Job Summary: We are looking for a QA Automation Engineer passionate about software quality and continuous improvement of testing processes to design and maintain test automation frameworks. Key Highlights: 1. Be part of a Great Place To Work organization focused on people 2. Participate in diverse technological and agile transformation projects 3. Work in an environment of open, transparent, and trusting culture DESCRIPTION **JOIN THE TEAM AS A QA ENGINEER!** Do you want to be part of an organization that invests in caring for people and their personal and professional growth? Are you passionate about development and eager to take on new challenges? Join Kairós! **Who Are We?** We have been certified as a **Great Place To Work** company since 2019 — for the fifth consecutive year — and ranked **5th in 2024**, thanks to our values, our culture, and the internal benefits and initiatives we launch, all centered on people. We support our clients in technological and agile transformation projects. **We work in discipline-based teams and multidisciplinary squads across highly diverse projects** (retail, healthcare research, banking, security, mobility, etc.). Although we have grown significantly over the past year, we do not want to lose sight of our essence: **always people-centered**. We provide constant personalized follow-up with our technical and Talent teams. Moreover, we consistently champion transparency and clarity. We operate in **Spain, Mexico, and Peru**. At Kairós, you’ll find projects where you can work remotely — without losing closeness with the rest of the team! **What Are We Looking For?** **At Kairós**, we are seeking a **QA Automation Engineer** with solid experience in test automation, oriented toward software quality and continuous improvement of testing processes. The candidate will work on designing, developing, and maintaining automation frameworks for web applications, APIs, and distributed systems. The candidate will join our Tech discipline, led by **Carlos Cañado and Reinaldo Aguilera**. **Responsibilities** * Design, develop, and maintain test automation frameworks. * Automate functional and regression tests using Cypress and JavaScript. * Automate REST and SOA API tests using Rest Assured and/or Java. * Maintain and evolve existing REST service testing frameworks. * Design and execute tests on queue-based systems (Kafka). * Participate in automation and validation of Kafka-based messaging flows. * Execute and analyze performance tests (ideal). * Collaborate with development and product teams to ensure quality from early stages. * Report and track defects, proposing improvements to quality processes. **Requirements** * Proven experience as a QA Automation Engineer. * Solid knowledge of JavaScript. * Experience with Cypress as an automation framework. * Experience automating REST APIs using Rest Assured and/or Java. * Knowledge of REST and SOA architectures. * Experience working with Apache Kafka (queues, topics, producers/consumers). * Knowledge of test automation for event-driven/messaging-based systems. * Experience in performance testing (desirable). * Good understanding of testing processes and the software development lifecycle. **Desirable** * Experience with performance tools (JMeter, Gatling, or others). * Experience with CI/CD. * Knowledge of cloud-based testing environments. * Good version control practices (Git). At Kairós, **you’ll find**: * Free English classes in small groups. * 23 vacation days, December 24 and 31 off, 1 day for events, and 3 flexible work–life balance days! * Enjoy summer with our reduced working hours in August and year-round intensive Friday schedules. * Flexible compensation via Cobee, usable for dining, public transportation, training, and childcare vouchers. * Health insurance with Cigna or Sanitas: we care about your physical and mental well-being. * Ongoing personal support through our Wellness 3.0 program and consistent technical mentoring. * Opportunities to strengthen your personal brand at internal and external events. * Membership in a strong community, supported by exceptional professionals and industry leaders. * But above all… being part of a company where you’re heard, cared for, and where we strive to meet your needs and expectations. **You’ll Fit In Perfectly If** you enjoy **learning, sharing your knowledge, and treating people with respect and kindness**. If you’re someone interested in contributing to an **open, transparent, and trusting culture**, and if you also possess **organizational skills, responsibility, and commitment**. **\#TRY \#THINK \#FEEL \#ENJOY** At Kairós, we firmly believe in the importance of equality and diversity in the workplace. We are committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment where all employees feel valued and have the opportunity to reach their full potential — regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.