QA Automation Engineer

As a QA Automation Engineer at XBorg, your key responsibilities will include designing comprehensive End-to-End testing strategies for backend systems, developing reusable test automation frameworks, reviewing pull requests for testing quality, and maintaining clear documentation for testing processes. You'll also be expected to identify opportunities for improving test coverage and efficiency, ensuring that our products meet the high standards our users expect.

To qualify for the QA Automation Engineer position at XBorg, you should have at least 3 years of experience in QA automation, particularly with backend testing methodologies. Proficiency in at least one testing language or framework and an understanding of CI/CD pipelines are essential. Familiarity with tools and technologies such as Nest.js, PostgreSQL, and Docker is highly desirable.

At XBorg, you'll have the opportunity to work with a variety of exciting technologies relevant to the gaming industry. Familiarity with Nest.js, PostgreSQL, AWS, Docker, and TypeScript will be beneficial. Additionally, experience with blockchain technology could further enhance your contributions, as we're at the forefront of integrating innovative solutions in gaming.

The culture at XBorg is vibrant and collaborative, with an emphasis on innovation and team engagement. As a QA Automation Engineer, you’ll be part of a close-knit team where weekly gaming sessions and bi-yearly retreats foster camaraderie. We value flexibility and teamwork, ensuring that every contribution is recognized and celebrated.

At XBorg, we prioritize the growth of our team members. As a QA Automation Engineer, you’ll not only play a pivotal role in shaping our testing practices but also have access to financial support for attending conferences and events of interest. Additionally, the fast-paced nature of our startup provides numerous opportunities to take on new challenges and advance your career in the gaming and esports industries.

In your answer, highlight specific examples of backend testing you've performed, particularly with API testing. Discuss the methodologies you employed and the impact they had on product quality. Providing metrics or outcomes can showcase your effectiveness in this area.

Enumerate the steps you take when developing test automation frameworks. Discuss the technologies you use, how you ensure reusability, and your strategies for integrating them into CI/CD pipelines. Highlight any challenges and how you overcame them to demonstrate your problem-solving skills.

Explain your approach to creating clear and accessible documentation. Discuss templates or formats you’ve used in the past and how good documentation aids in onboarding and maintaining quality standards in the testing process.

Discuss your analytical skills and any tools or techniques you use to assess test coverage. Highlight a past situation where you successfully identified a gap in coverage and how your recommendations improved the testing process.

Share your understanding of CI/CD processes and describe your direct experience with integrating automated tests into these pipelines. Discuss the tools you’ve utilized and the impact on development velocity and product reliability.

Choose a specific instance where you found a complex bug that required deep exploration. Discuss your investigative process, the tools you used, and how you communicated the findings to your team, emphasizing the importance of collaboration.

Discuss your approach to reviewing pull requests, focusing on how you ensure thorough testing practices are considered. Share any checklists or criteria you employ for effective reviews to underline your attention to detail.

Describe your understanding of teamwork in a QA capacity. Share examples of how you’ve fostered collaboration, your approach to sharing knowledge, and how that has improved the overall efficiency of your team.

Share your experience with various test automation tools and frameworks. Discuss why you prefer certain tools based on specific situations or projects, encapsulating the benefits they brought to your testing processes.

Share your insights into emerging trends in QA automation, especially within the gaming domain. Discuss how technology advancements might impact testing methodologies and the importance of adapting to ensure high-quality releases.