Senior AQA Engineer (Python)

Ixilix is seeking a Senior AQA Engineer with Python expertise to lead automation strategy and mentor engineers. This role offers the opportunity to work with modern tech stack, take on technical leadership, and build scalable test automation architectures.

• Lead the design and evolution of test automation architecture for scalability and reliability
• Design, develop, and maintain automated tests using Python and Pytest for API and UI testing with Playwright
• Develop and run complex load test scenarios using Locust
• Develop and maintain automation tools using FastAPI, React, Docker, and other technologies
• Develop scripts, tools, and apps for other teams
• Mentor team members and foster technical excellence culture
• Conduct code reviews and enforce high coding standards
• Continuously audit and improve AQA processes
• Collaborate with AQA, MQA, BE, and FE engineers
• Participate in feature development meetings and sprint demos

• 5+ years of experience as an AQA Engineer
• 3+ years of strong Python and Pytest experience
• Experience leading technical initiatives and mentoring AQA engineers
• Proven experience designing test automation frameworks and architectural patterns
• Deep knowledge of OOP, design patterns, and engineering best practices (SOLID, DRY, KISS)
• Strong experience in API and UI testing
• English level B1+; Ukrainian C1
• Nice to have: Kubernetes experience, React/NextJS knowledge, Locust load testing experience

Schedule & Location: Remote work from EU, flexible 8-hour workday (typically 9:00-18:00 CET), Monday-Friday with public holidays observed. Business trips to Bratislava every 3-6 months (company covers expenses).

Benefits: Quarterly bonus system, team buildings, paid annual leave (24 working days), unlimited sick leave, mental health support, holiday helper service, annual learning budget, English language courses, laptop provided after probation.