Autodesk
Design and make software for architecture, engineering, construction, and entertainment industries.
Principal Software QA Engineer(Cypress, Playwright)
Lead QA for cloud-native apps, build automation frameworks, mentor team
Job Highlights
About the Role
The engineer will lead end‑to‑end quality assurance for cloud‑native applications, design and maintain scalable test automation frameworks for APIs, UI, and integration testing, and champion an automation‑first culture to accelerate reliable releases. They will work closely with cross‑functional global teams—including product, development, DevOps, and Customer Support—to ensure high‑quality deliverables, establish and evolve QA processes, and own test planning, execution, defect tracking, and reporting. Mentoring QA engineers, integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines, staying current with testing tools, and participating in design and code reviews are also key duties. • Lead end-to-end QA for cloud-native applications. • Design, implement, and maintain scalable test automation frameworks for APIs, UI, and integration testing. • Drive an automation-first testing culture to enable faster, reliable releases. • Collaborate with cross-functional global teams (product, development, DevOps, Customer Support) to ensure high-quality deliverables. • Establish and evolve QA processes and best practices for a high-performing engineering culture. • Own test planning, execution, defect tracking, and reporting metrics to stakeholders. • Mentor and guide QA engineers in automation and quality strategy. • Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines across environments. • Stay updated on latest testing tools and technologies and introduce appropriate solutions. • Participate in design and code reviews to ensure testability.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸test automation
- ▸ci/cd integration
- ▸qa leadership
- ▸defect tracking
- ▸process improvement
- ▸team collaboration
What You Bring
Candidates must have at least 9 years of QA experience, with 3 years in a leadership role, and strong expertise in test automation using Cypress, Playwright, or PyTest. Proficiency in Java, JavaScript, or Python, along with solid knowledge of microservices, RESTful APIs, and cloud‑native architectures such as Kubernetes and Docker, is required. Experience testing on AWS, Azure, or GCP, familiarity with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions), and exposure to Agile/Scrum environments and globally distributed teams are essential. Excellent problem‑solving, analytical, and communication skills, plus the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities, are also expected. • 9+ years of QA experience, including 3+ years in a lead role. • Strong test automation experience with Cypress, Playwright, or PyTest. • Proficiency in Java, JavaScript, or Python. • Solid understanding of microservices, RESTful APIs, and cloud-native architecture (Kubernetes, Docker). • Experience testing on AWS, Azure, or GCP. • Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, and GitHub Actions. • Experience in Agile/Scrum environments and globally distributed teams. • Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills. • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
Requirements
- ▸test automation
- ▸javascript
- ▸kubernetes
- ▸aws
- ▸ci/cd
- ▸qa lead
Benefits
Compensation includes a competitive base salary with potential annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package. Offers are tailored to the candidate’s experience and geographic location, reflecting Autodesk’s commitment to transparency.
Work Environment
Hybrid