Senior Software Engineer in Test

MentorMate

Sofia, Bulgaria

Job Description

We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer in Test with a strong software development background to join an innovative healthcare project for one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in the world.

In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain scalable automated testing solutions and robust test frameworks integrated into our CI/CD workflows, while also performing targeted manual testing when needed. You will collaborate closely with the Test Manager, other Test Automation Engineers, and product teams, contributing to a culture focused on quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain automated tests aligned with the overall test strategy
Convert manual test cases into maintainable automated scripts using Playwright or similar frameworks
Build and enhance the test automation framework to improve reliability, scalability, and maintainability
Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines to ensure continuous execution
Perform targeted manual testing, including system, end-to-end, regression, and exploratory testing
Identify, document, and track defects, maintaining traceability between requirements, test cases, and results
Actively participate in Agile ceremonies and collaborate closely with engineers to ensure quality throughout the development lifecycle
Provide clear and actionable test reports to stakeholders
Share insights, best practices, and lessons learned within the team and the broader testing community

Required Experience & Qualifications

Strong software development background with experience writing maintainable test automation code
Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in test automation engineering
Proficient in programming with JavaScript or TypeScript
Experience building and maintaining automation frameworks for web applications
Hands-on experience with UI and API automation testing
Solid understanding of system, end-to-end, and regression testing strategies
Experience working in Agile environments with CI/CD integration
Familiarity with Jira, XRay, and Confluence for test management and traceability
Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
Experience working as a software developer, software engineer in test, or test automation engineer
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Excellent spoken and written English language skills