Principal QA Engineer - Workplace
Full TimeJob Overview
Shape the Future of Work with Eptura
At Eptura, we're not just another tech company—we're a global leader transforming the way people, workplaces, and assets connect. Our innovative worktech solutions empower over 25 million users across 115 countries to thrive in a digitally connected world. Trusted by 45% of Fortune 500 companies, we're redefining workplace innovation and driving success for organizations around the globe.
Job Description
Eptura is seeking a visionary Principal QA Engineer to serve as the ultimate technical authority for quality engineering across our global product suite. This role goes beyond traditional testing—you will architect enterprise-grade automation frameworks, integrate cutting-edge technologies like Generative AI into our QA lifecycle, and champion a “quality-first” culture throughout the organization. As a strategic leader, you will influence system design, mentor engineering teams, and ensure our platforms deliver exceptional performance, security, and scalability for millions of users worldwide.
Job Description
Eptura is seeking a visionary Principal QA Engineer to serve as the ultimate technical authority for quality engineering across our global product suite. This role goes beyond traditional testing—you will architect enterprise-grade automation frameworks, integrate cutting-edge technologies like Generative AI into our QA lifecycle, and champion a “quality-first” culture throughout the organization. As a strategic leader, you will influence system design, mentor engineering teams, and ensure our platforms deliver exceptional performance, security, and scalability for millions of users worldwide.
Responsibilities
Strategic Technical Leadership
- Architect and govern scalable automation frameworks for API and UI testing across all product squads.
- Lead API testing strategy using Java, REST-assured, and TestNG, implementing advanced patterns for data-driven testing and encryption.
- Define UI automation standards for Selenium-based frameworks, ensuring stability and cross-browser reliability for React frontends.
- Drive adoption of Generative AI tools for test data generation, script maintenance, and predictive bug analysis.
Operational & Engineering Excellence
- Partner with DevOps to optimize CI/CD pipelines (Azure/Codefresh) for rapid, high-confidence feedback loops.
- Define global quality metrics and dashboards using TestRail and Allure Reports for executive visibility.
- Develop strategies for performance, load, and stress testing to support 16+ million users.
- Integrate security scanning and vulnerability testing into automated quality gates.
Mentorship & Influence
- Coach Senior SDETs and Developers to elevate technical standards across the organization.
- Collaborate with Principal Developers and Product VPs to embed quality into system design.
- Lead internal guilds and hackathons focused on automation innovation and quality engineering.
About You
- 8+ years in Software Development or SDET roles with experience leading large-scale automation projects.
- Expert-level proficiency in Java and advanced testing frameworks (TestNG, REST-assured).
- Mastery of Selenium and modern UI testing patterns (Page Object Model, Screenplay).
- Experience managing test frameworks at scale using TestRail and reporting via Allure.
- Strong knowledge of cloud-native architectures (preferably Azure) and CI/CD tooling.
- Experience with Event-Driven Architectures and testing complex data flows (Kafka/Event Hubs).
- Strong background in database technologies (MongoDB, SQL) and performance profiling.
- Proven track record of integrating Generative AI tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, LLM APIs) into SDLC.
- Relevant certifications (ISTQB Advanced Level or equivalent).
- Experience in a fast-paced, high-growth global SaaS environment.