Senior QA Automation Engineer (m/f/d)
We’re looking for a Senior QA Engineer who lives and breathes automation, with strong hands-on experience in Playwright. In this role, you’ll take ownership of building and scaling automated test frameworks across the stack - from frontend component libraries to backend services and APIs. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you’ll ensure quality is embedded end-to-end, driving reliable UI and API testing, safeguarding integrations, and enabling fast, confident releases through robust automation.
At SkyCell, we're on a mission to change the world by revolutionizing the global supply chain. Our cutting-edge temperature-controlled container solutions are designed to ensure the safe and secure delivery of life-saving pharmaceuticals, with sustainability at the core of everything we do.
We’re a fast-growing, purpose-driven scale-up where you’ll make an impact, feel empowered, and thrive in a diverse, innovative environment.
Why SkyCell?
· 🌱 Purpose-Driven Work: Make a real difference by contributing to a more sustainable future in global logistics and healthcare.
· 🚀 Innovation at Heart: Work with cutting-edge technology and be at the forefront of supply chain innovation.
· 🌎 Stronger together: Join a supportive team of talented individuals from over 40 countries, where we work together every step of the way.
· 💡 Growth Opportunities: We believe in investing in our people – continuous learning and development are key pillars of SkyCell.
· 🏆 Award-Winning Culture: Join a workplace recognized for its commitment to excellence with a ‘Great Place to work’ award, as well as a Platinum Ecovadis rating highlighting our sustainability and employee well-being.
What You'll Do:
- Develop and maintain automated test scripts and shared libraries using Playwright
- Design, implement, and maintain test automation frameworks
- Write and review integration test scenarios using Gherkin syntax
- Create, maintain, and execute manual test cases; report and support resolution of defects
- Define and execute regression testing to ensure stability of existing functionality
- Monitor automated test runs and investigate failures
- Perform functional testing and root cause analysis of issues
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define test strategies and acceptance criteria
- Maintain and manage test data, including generation utilities (JavaScript / Node.js)
- Maintain and update test documentation, including test cases, results, and defects
- Support and execute non-functional testing (e.g., performance, security, availability)
- Design and execute API tests (functional, contract, and performance) across services
- Ensure quality and reliability of UI components, including cross-browser, accessibility, and visual regression testing
- Define and track QA metrics (e.g., test coverage, defect rates, system performance)
- Promote QA best practices, support continuous improvement, and mentor team members
Requirements
What You'll Bring:
- Graduate in technical fields
- Extensive knowledge of quality assurance and test automation
- Solid experience in establishing and maintaining automated testing for projects using PlayWright
- Knowledge of a programming or scripting language (e.g. JavaScript, Java)
- Experience with API testing tools (e.g., Postman, REST Assured, Supertest, or similar)
- Familiarity with component-level testing frameworks (Testing Library, Storybook, Vitest/Jest)
- Understanding of REST API design principles, HTTP protocols, and common authentication mechanisms (OAuth, JWT)
- Experience with contract testing concepts and tools is a plus
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and how component library publishing and API deployments are validated within them
- Basic understanding of database querying (SQL) for test verification
Benefits
What's In It For You?
· ⚡ Flexibility & Balance: Flexible working hours and work-life balance allow you to tailor work to fit your life.
· 🌟 Recognition & Growth: Opportunities for career advancement in a company that values your contributions.
· 💼 Hybrid Workplace: Modern workspaces (in Zurich, Zug and Hyderabad as well as our Skyhub in Basel) and a remote-friendly culture to inspire collaboration amongst a globally diverse team.
· 🎉 Company-wide Events: Join us for company events to celebrate successes, build teams, and share our vision. Plus, new joiners experience SkyWeek, our immersive onboarding program.
· 👶 Generous Maternity & Paternity Leave: Support for new parents with competitive maternity and paternity leave.
· 🏖️ Annual Leave & Bank Holidays: Enjoy a generous annual leave package, plus local bank holidays to recharge and unwind.
Ready to Make an Impact?
We’re not just offering a job; we’re offering a chance to be part of something bigger. At SkyCell, you’ll help build a future where pharmaceutical delivery is efficient, sustainable, and transformative.
Stay Connected with SkyCell
Visit http://www.skycell.ch and explore #WeAreSkyCell on LinkedIn
How to Apply
Simply click ‘apply for this job’ below! We can’t wait to meet you and discuss how you can contribute to our mission! Please note, we are unable to consider applications sent to us via email.
If you have any questions, you can contact our Talent Team (talent@skycell.ch).
SkyCell AG is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.
For this position, if you are not located in, or able to relocate (without sponsorship) to India, your application cannot be considered.