Senior Automation Testing Engineer

Who Are We❓
We Are Foodics! a leading restaurant management ecosystem and payment tech provider. Founded in 2014 with headquarter in Riyadh and offices across 5 countries, including UAE, Egypt, Jordan and Kuwait. We are currently serving customers and partners in over 35 different countries worldwide. Our innovative products have successfully processed over 6 billion (yes, billion with a B) orders so far! making Foodics one of the most rapidly evolving SaaS companies to ever emerge from the MENA region. Also Foodics has achieved three rounds of funding, with the latest raising $170 million in the largest SaaS funding round in MENA, boosting its innovation capabilities to better serve business owners.

The Job in a Nutshell💡

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Automation Testing Engineer to thoroughly inspect our product updates prior to their launch. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the quality assurance process, working closely with development teams throughout the product development lifecycle. Your responsibilities will include defining tests for functionality and performance, developing test frameworks, and ensuring that our products meet the highest quality standards.

What Will You Do❓

• Test Automation: Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts and frameworks for both UI and API testing. Utilize tools such as Selenium, Rest Assured, or similar.
• AI-Assisted Automation: Leverage AI agents and developer productivity tools such as Cursor, Claude, and Replit to accelerate test automation development, reduce scripting time, and optimize testing workflows.
• Manual Testing: Perform thorough manual testing to complement automated tests and address areas that require in-depth examination.
• Test Planning: Collaborate with development teams to define testing requirements, create detailed test plans, and develop test cases based on product specifications.
• Execution and Reporting: Execute test cases, document results, and report defects using bug-tracking tools such as JIRA or TFS. Ensure issues are addressed and resolved effectively.
• Continuous Improvement: Analyze testing processes and results to propose and implement improvements. Stay updated with the latest industry trends and testing methodologies.
• Performance and Compatibility Testing: Conduct performance and compatibility testing across various platforms (web and mobile) to ensure consistent quality and user experience.
• Mentoring and Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of junior testers, providing guidance and support in their professional development.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, product managers, and project support teams, to ensure alignment on quality goals and deliverables.
• Documentation: Prepare and present comprehensive test reports and metrics to stakeholders, providing insights and recommendations for product improvements.

What Are We Looking For❓

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Product Management, or a related field.
• Experience: 4+ years of relevant experience in software testing.

• AI-Assisted Development: Hands-on experience using AI agents and coding assistants (e.g., Cursor, Claude, Replit, or similar) to accelerate automation development, reduce scripting time, and improve testing productivity.
• Testing Experience: Proven experience in both manual and automation testing for UI and APIs. Proficiency with automation tools such as Selenium, Rest Assured, or similar tools.
• Bug-Tracking Tools: Experience with bug-tracking tools such as JIRA, TFS, or equivalent.
• Agile Methodologies: Experience working within Agile teams and familiarity with Agile Scrum processes.
• Technical Skills: Deep understanding of APIs, Web Services, and HTTP protocols. 
• Leadership: Ability to supervise, mentor, and manage junior software testing engineers effectively.
• Communication Skills: Excellent command of the English language with strong written and verbal communication skills.

Who Will Excel❓

• Early adoption of AI tools and automation best practices to continuously optimize testing speed, coverage, and efficiency.
• Experience in performance testing and security testing is a plus.
• Familiarity with the Restaurant Management Systems domain is advantageous.

What We Offer You❗
We believe you will love working at Foodics!

• We offer highly competitive compensation packages, including bonuses and the potential for shares.
• We prioritize personal development and offer regular training and an annual learning stipend to tackle new challenges and grow your career in a hyper-growth environment.
• Join a talented team of over 30 nationalities working in 14 countries, and gain valuable experience in an exciting industry.
• We offer autonomy, mentoring, and challenging goals that create incredible opportunities for both you and the company.