QA Automation Engineer - 7746

Employment type: Permanent

Location: Makati City, Metro Manila

Work setup: Hybrid (open to 2x a week in the office)

Work schedule: Monday to Friday, 10AM to 6PM Manila time

Pay range: Php 62,000 to Php 84,000

We value transparency and want to ensure a good fit for both parties. We encourage applicants who are comfortable with this salary range to apply.

Discover a world of endless possibilities with Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a distinguished global academic publisher and assessment organisation proudly affiliated with the prestigious University of Cambridge.

We are looking for a QA Automation Engineer to join our Web Solutions team. As a key member of our team, your goal is to ensure the quality and reliability of our web platforms through effective test automation and performance testing. This role is hands-on and focused on building maintainable automated tests, supporting Drupal-based CMS applications, and contributing to both functional and non-functional test coverage within a fast-paced Agile environment.

Why Cambridge?

At Cambridge, our unwavering commitment is to excel in education, learning, and research on a global scale. With a presence in over 170 countries, we empower millions of individuals, unlocking their potential and enabling their success. From dedicated teachers shaping young minds to visionary researchers pushing the boundaries of knowledge, we embody a relentless pursuit of enlightenment, curiosity, and understanding.

We embrace change as an opportunity for growth and progress, constantly adapting to meet the evolving needs of our customers. Collaboration and attentive listening are at the heart of our journey, as we work hand in hand with our customers and each other to innovate and discover more effective ways to achieve our goals. We believe people thrive in an environment where Trust and Empowerment are at the forefront, which is why all our new team members are provided regularisation on their first day so they can start #PursuingPotential from day one.

Joining Cambridge means becoming a part of an extraordinary institution renowned worldwide. Beyond that, you'll become a part of a vibrant and forward-thinking community that transcends tradition, fostering a culture of continuous growth and personal development. Here, we provide the right environment for you to thrive, supporting your professional journey and empowering you to reach your highest potential, that is why our pay philosophy is intricately tied to your skills and competencies, ensuring that your compensation aligns with the unique value you bring to the role you are applying for.

What can you get from Cambridge?

In this role, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues from diverse branches, expanding your horizons and enriching your understanding of different cultures. We value your wellbeing and offer stability, fostering your professional and personal growth through internal and external activities and training sessions to help enrich your skillset.

Enjoy work-life balance flexibility through our range of options, including flexible schedules, hybrid work arrangements, and generous paid leave. As a regular employee on Day One, you'll have access to comprehensive healthcare benefits, ensuring your peace of mind with coverage for dependents, group life insurance, and robust well-being programs.

What will you do as a QA Automation Engineer?

The QA Automation Engineer plays a key role in developing and maintaining robust automated testing solutions across our product suite. This hands-on role is responsible for scripting, executing, and maintaining automated tests that are reliable, maintainable, and tightly integrated with our CI/CD workflows. The scope of work includes both functional and non-functional testing—covering performance, reliability, and scalability.

We are specifically looking for someone with experience testing CMS platforms such as Drupal, who can bring domain knowledge to ensure optimal quality and coverage across content-heavy systems.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts for web, API, and backend systems, focusing on both functional and non-functional areas.
• Enhance and maintain test automation frameworks to support scalability, modularity, and long-term maintainability.
• Execute and analyze load and performance tests to assess system stability under various conditions.
• Collaborate with developers, QA engineers, and product teams to identify automation needs and integrate test solutions into Agile workflows.
• Ensure test suites are fully integrated into CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or Azure DevOps.
• Investigate, log, and escalate defects and performance bottlenecks with detailed analysis and documentation.
• Contribute to test planning, including estimation, coverage, and risk-based testing strategies.
• Participate in peer reviews of test code and provide mentorship to junior team members when required.
• Stay up to date with emerging testing tools and best practices to continuously improve test automation processes.
  
  

Please review the attached job description for further details on the role.

What makes you the ideal candidate for this role?

The following will help you be an ideal candidate for this post:

• Over 3 years of proven experience in end-to-end test automation across web platforms.
• Hands-on expertise in writing automated tests using Python with Selenium and/or TypeScript with Playwright.
• Strong knowledge of integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines for efficient and reliable delivery.
• Practical understanding of non-functional testing domains such as performance and security.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, Agile, and delivery-focused environment.
• Willingness to collaborate with and mentor manual QA engineers, helping them transition into automation practices and fostering a culture of quality.
  
  

Are you driven by desire to be part of a globally renowned institution that celebrates innovation, embraces inclusion, and empowers learners? Then, we invite you to Pursue your Potential with us.

Applications received through the system will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The vacancy may close once sufficient applications are received. Therefore, if you are interested, tailor-fit your CV (advantageous if you submit one with a Cover Letter) and submit as early as possible.

#PursuingPotential #CambridgeManila

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