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Head of QA & Test Automation Location: Remote Headquarters: Switzerland Type: Full-Time (Hourly Contract) Focus Areas: QA Strategy · Test Automation · CI/CD (GitHub Actions) · AI-Powered QA Development · European Quality Standards About Us We are a growing international software company headquartered in Switzerland, building scalable, AI-driven solutions for global markets. Quality, innovation, and compliance are at the heart of our work. We value ownership, speed, and smart collaboration over bureaucracy. We’re hiring a Head of QA & Test Automation to establish and lead our QA function from the ground up — including strategy, tools, team building, and execution. A key focus of this role is leveraging AI to accelerate test automation. What You’ll Do Automation Built to Scale Build modern, scalable automation frameworks for web and mobile apps (Laravel, MERN, Flutter) Integrate automated tests into GitHub Actions for fast, reliable CI/CD Use AI tools and techniques to speed up test creation and reduce manual effort Quality by Design Define QA processes aligned with European compliance and security standards Lead performance, load, and security testing (e.g., JMeter, OWASP ZAP, Lighthouse) Ensure all releases meet GDPR, ISO 27001, and secure SDLC practices Leadership Without Limits Build and lead the QA team — defining roles, tools, and workflows Mentor QA engineers and promote an automation-first culture Collaborate closely with engineering, DevOps, and product teams to integrate QA throughout delivery Who You Are 5+ years in QA, including 3+ years in a technical leadership role Hands-on with Playwright, Cypress, Selenium across web and mobile Skilled in GitHub Actions, CI/CD, and cloud-based testing Experienced with PHPUnit, PestPHP, Jest, and Testing Library Comfortable using AI tools to accelerate test development Strong background in performance/security testing (JMeter, ZAP, Lighthouse) Familiar with Jira and European QA/compliance standards Compensation & Benefits Hourly-based contract with globally competitive rates (reviewed annually) Work schedule: Monday–Friday, aligned to CET (Central European Time) hours Remote-first work culture with full trust and ownership BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) — work with your preferred tools Attractive additional perks such as bonuses and team events Why This Role Matters You won’t just be running tests — you’ll be building the entire QA foundation. You’ll set the standards. Build the systems. Lead the people. Shape the culture. If you’re ready to lead, build, and scale quality across global software products — apply now.
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Hello, I have +7 years of experience dealing with AI Projects and worked on multiple projects in this field, I am expert in GitHub Actions, CI/CD, and cloud-based testing Please contact me to discuss more. Have a nice day
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With 8 years of experience in QA and Test Automation, I am the best fit to lead and establish the QA function for your growing international software company. I have the relevant skills and have worked on similar solutions in the past. How I will be completing this project: - Building modern, scalable automation frameworks for web and mobile apps - Integrating automated tests into GitHub Actions for fast, reliable CI/CD - Using AI tools to accelerate test creation and reduce manual effort - Defining QA processes aligned with European compliance and security standards - Leading performance, load, and security testing - Building and leading the QA team, defining roles, tools, and workflows What tech stack I will be following: - Playwright, Cypress, Selenium - GitHub Actions, CI/CD tools - PHPUnit, PestPHP, Jest, Testing Library - JMeter, ZAP, Lighthouse - Jira, European QA/compliance standards I have successfully mentored QA engineers and promoted an automation-first culture in my previous roles. My experience with AI tools and techniques will help accelerate test development for your projects. I am familiar with European QA/compliance standards and can ensure all releases meet GDPR, ISO 27001, and secure SDLC practices. I am excited about the opportunity to lead, build, and scale quality across your global software products. Let's work together to establish a strong QA foundation and shape the culture.
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Hi, I am Haresh, having 14+ years of experience in Software Testing Industry. - Having unique blend of knowledge in Quality Product Delivery, Processes Management, Functional testing, Integration and regression testing, load and Perfromance Testing which help me to take the Quality of the software to the next level. - Hands on experience on testing Desktop, Web Based, Mobile application and ERP based application. - Hands on experience on automation testing tools on selenium webdriver, jmeter, katalon studio, Appium, cypress, selenium with TestNG freamwork etc.. - Thorough understanding of Product Delivery Life Cycle, Software Testing Life Cycle and Software Development Life Cycle. - Experience in Well conversant with writing Test plan,Test Cases,Bug report, Release Note and Product Health Report. - Worked in various domains like Finance, Retail, Web Portals, Healthcare, ecommnerce, CMS, Eduction Portal, Life Insurance, ERP system etc. - I do have require mobile devices to test mobile view or applications like android and iOS applications. - I have hands on experience with Git, postman, MSSQL Server. Kindly review my profile and let me know you view over the same. Thanks, Haresh
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Hello, I reviewed your project and can establish and lead the QA function with a strong focus on automation and CI/CD using GitHub Actions. I have 5+ years of QA experience, including leading automation strategies for web and mobile with Playwright, Cypress, Selenium, and PHPUnit. I have set up scalable automation frameworks, integrated them into GitHub Actions pipelines, and applied AI tools to accelerate test creation. I am also experienced in performance and security testing with JMeter, ZAP, and Lighthouse, while ensuring compliance with GDPR and ISO 27001. I can share examples of past QA automation setups I have built and am ready to start immediately. Thank you,
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Hi, Are you looking for someone to establish a robust QA strategy from the ground up? I have over 5 years in QA, with 3+ years in technical leadership roles. I specialize in automation frameworks and integrating CI/CD using GitHub Actions. I can build scalable automation solutions for web and mobile apps using tools like Playwright and Cypress. My experience with AI can help accelerate test creation, while my expertise in performance and security testing ensures releases meet European compliance standards. I’m excited about creating a strong QA culture and collaborating closely with engineers and product teams. Let’s connect to discuss how I can lead your QA initiatives! Best Regards, Moosa
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Nice to meet you Unternehmensberater, My name is Anthony Muñoz, I express my interest in working on your project after carefully reading the requirements and concluding that they match my area of knowledge and skills. I am currently the lead engineer for the IT agency DSPro and I have more than 10 years of experience in the field. I have successfully completed a large number of similar jobs and I consider your project to be a challenge in which I would like to work and be able to make it a reality. Please feel free to contact me, it will be my pleasure to help you. I greatly appreciate the time provided and I remain attentive to any questions or concerns. Greetings
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Hello I am an experienced QA leader with over 5 years in software quality engineering, including 3+ years in technical leadership roles. I specialize in building automation-first QA strategies for web and mobile applications, integrating CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions, and ensuring compliance with European quality and security standards. I have hands-on expertise with Playwright, Cypress, Selenium, and frameworks like PHPUnit, PestPHP, and Jest. My background includes performance and security testing using JMeter, OWASP ZAP, and Lighthouse, as well as applying AI-powered approaches to accelerate test creation and reduce manual overhead. I’ve successfully built and mentored QA teams, established scalable frameworks, and driven quality by design across global software products. I would be glad to help establish your QA function from the ground up, ensuring your releases are secure, compliant, and automation-driven. Let’s connect to discuss how I can support your vision. Best regards,
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Hello, I have over 4 years of experience in reporting, automation, and data analysis, with strong expertise in building frameworks, dashboards, and scalable automation solutions. I bring the same discipline and precision into QA and test automation — establishing structured processes, designing scalable solutions, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. i am student at national university of computer and emerging sciences , Pakistan one of the top ranked institution, I am doing bachelors in Computer sciences final year, i can also work as an intern in your company at very cheap rates. My Certifications: Python for Data Science, AI & Development – IBM Python Project for Data Science – IBM Databases and SQL for Data Science with Python – IBM Introduction to Data Analytics – IBM Excel Basics for Data Analysis – IBM Data Visualization and Dashboards with Excel and Cognos – IBM Data Visualization and Dashboards with Power BI – IBM Business Intelligence Essentials – Coursera Python for Everybody Specialization – University of Michigan Git and GitHub Essentials – Coursera Build a Full Website Using WordPress – Coursera Project Network Introduction to HTML, CSS, & JavaScript – IBM Compare Stock Returns with Google Sheets – Coursera Project Network Design Patterns – University of Alberta Introduction to Relational Databases (RDBMS) – IBM Best regards, Talha Almas Reporting, Data Analytics & Automation EXCEL | VBA | POWER BI | SQL | OCR | Google Sheets | Python
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I am a results-driven QA Automation Engineer with 7+ years of experience in designing and implementing scalable test automation solutions across web, mobile, and API platforms. My expertise spans Selenium, Playwright, Cypress, JMeter, and REST API automation, combined with hands-on experience in cloud testing (AWS, GCP) and CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions). I have successfully built AI-powered, data-driven automation frameworks that accelerate test coverage and reduce manual effort — a direct match to your focus on leveraging AI for QA. My experience leading QA initiatives in product-based organizations has honed my ability to establish QA strategies, ensure GDPR/ISO compliance, and integrate performance/security testing practices (JMeter, OWASP ZAP, Lighthouse). In addition, I bring strong integration experience with platforms like Salesforce and ServiceNow, aligning well with your goal of secure and scalable enterprise-grade QA. I am passionate about building and mentoring QA teams, driving an automation-first culture, and embedding “quality by design” into every stage of delivery. This role excites me because it’s not just about executing tests — it’s about building the QA foundation, leading the vision, and shaping a culture of quality across global products.
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Salutations! You’re building an international software company where quality, automation, and compliance are mission-critical, and now you need a Head of QA & Test Automation to set the foundation. This role will define QA strategy, build automation frameworks for Laravel/MERN/Flutter, integrate GitHub Actions for CI/CD, and apply AI-driven testing to reduce manual effort and accelerate coverage. Beyond automation, it’s about embedding European quality and security standards (GDPR, ISO 27001, secure SDLC) into every release while scaling performance, load, and security testing with JMeter, ZAP, and Lighthouse. With 5+ years in QA leadership, hands-on expertise in Playwright, Cypress, Selenium, PHPUnit, Jest, CI/CD pipelines, and AI tooling, plus experience mentoring teams and shaping automation-first cultures, I can help you build QA as a scalable discipline. You’ll gain a strategy + execution partner who ensures software quality is not just tested, but designed into your systems from the start. Regards, Hardik
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Hi there! I am Mohammad Moiz ul Haque with 4+ years of experience in building robust and scalable test automation frameworks. I’ve led QA/automation in product teams where speed and reliability matter, standing up frameworks, mentoring engineers, and wiring tests into GitHub Actions for fast CI/CD. Recently, > I Implemented Playwright E2E for critical user flows and reduced regression effort by 30%. > Built JMeter performance suites (1,000+ concurrent users) and integrated them into CI pipelines. > Served as the sole Lead Automation QA, mentoring engineers and enforcing shift-left quality. > Drove mobile QA across iOS/Android and reported via Jira with clear, actionable quality signals. How I’ll deliver for you: --------------------------------------- > Toolchain: Playwright/Cypress (web), Appium (mobile), GitHub Actions CI, JMeter (perf), plus OWASP ZAP & Lighthouse for security/quality gates; TestRail & Jira for coverage/traceability. > Compliance & SDLC: Map QA processes to GDPR/ISO 27001 controls and secure SDLC defect prevention, data handling, audit trails, and release sign-offs. > AI-powered acceleration: Use GenAI to generate test cases, scaffolds, and data sets; auto-triage flaky tests; and summarize test evidence for release notes. I am available in CET-aligned hours, Mon–Fri. Thanks for considering my bid, excited to help you set the standard and scale quality across your products. Senior SQA Engineer
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Hello, I would be excited to take on the role of Head of QA & Test Automation and build your QA function from the ground up. With over 7 years of hands-on QA experience (3+ years in leadership), I’ve designed and led automation-first strategies across web, mobile, and backend systems while ensuring compliance with European standards (GDPR, ISO 27001, secure SDLC). I specialize in creating scalable test automation frameworks using Playwright, Cypress, Selenium, PHPUnit, PestPHP, Jest, and Testing Library — seamlessly integrating them into GitHub Actions CI/CD pipelines. I also bring experience in AI-powered QA, leveraging AI tools to accelerate test coverage and reduce manual effort, while maintaining reliability and compliance. My expertise also covers performance, load, and security testing with JMeter, OWASP ZAP, and Lighthouse. Beyond the technical scope, I have built and mentored QA teams, defining workflows, tools, and culture to ensure high-impact collaboration with engineering, DevOps, and product teams. As a first step, I propose creating a detailed QA strategy document outlining how I’ll complete each task in your project scope — including timelines, third-party integrations, and cost breakdowns. This ensures full alignment before execution. I look forward to helping you establish a robust QA foundation that scales globally while ensuring speed, compliance, and innovation.
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With over 5 years of experience in QA, including more than 3 years in a technical leadership role, I understand the significant role that effective automation and QA strategy plays in building cutting-edge software. I have hands-on experience with Playwright, Cypress, Selenium - essential tools for developing scalable, AI-driven solutions - as well as GitHub Actions. My skillset extends to Laravel, MERN and Flutter, aligning with your requirement for modern and scalable automation frameworks. I am also comfortable and experienced in leveraging artificial intelligence to speed up test creation and reduce manual effort - a key focus of this position. Equally important is my proficiency in performance/security testing (JMeter, ZAP, Lighthouse), ensuring compliance with the necessary European regulations like GDPR and ISO 27001. Additionally, I have comprehensive knowledge of essential tools like PHPUnit, PestPHP, Jest and Testing Library for efficient and seamless CI/CD integration.
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Regarding your search for a Head of QA & Test Automation, I understand you need to establish a robust QA function leveraging AI for accelerated test automation and ensuring European compliance. My approach will focus on building scalable automation frameworks for your web and mobile apps (Laravel, MERN, Flutter) integrated into GitHub Actions, ensuring fast, reliable CI/CD and meeting GDPR and ISO 27001 standards. My extensive experience with Playwright, Cypress, and AI-powered testing tools, combined with my leadership skills in building high-performing QA teams, will deliver a superior solution. I'd love to discuss this further and show you how I can help build your QA foundation from the ground up, Best regards,
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Hi there, I can establish and scale a robust QA function tailored to your AI-driven, compliance-focused software. With extensive experience in automation, CI/CD, and performance/security testing, I will build frameworks and processes that ensure reliable, high-quality releases. With 8+ years in QA and test automation, including leadership of cross-functional teams: How I Can Deliver Value: - Automation at Scale: Design and implement scalable test frameworks for Laravel, MERN, and Flutter apps using Playwright, Cypress, Selenium, PHPUnit, PestPHP, and Jest. - CI/CD Integration: Integrate automated tests seamlessly into GitHub Actions for rapid, reliable delivery. AI-Enhanced QA: Leverage AI tools to accelerate test creation, reduce manual effort, and maintain high test coverage. - Compliance & Security: Ensure QA processes meet GDPR, ISO 27001, and secure SDLC standards; perform performance, load, and security testing using JMeter, OWASP ZAP, and Lighthouse. - Leadership & Mentorship: Build and lead a QA team, define roles and workflows, and promote an automation-first culture across engineering and product teams. If you could open the chat window to continue the conversation, that would be great for me. Warm regards Idefco
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Hello there, I was immediately drawn to your QA automation project that requires CI/CD expertise with GitHub Actions. While my background primarily focuses on AI system development and full-stack engineering, I have extensive experience building automated testing frameworks that integrate seamlessly with deployment pipelines. In my recent work developing AI-powered evaluation systems, I implemented comprehensive testing strategies that achieved 95% precision rates through automated validation processes. I built custom testing frameworks that integrated with cloud deployment pipelines, ensuring every code change underwent rigorous automated testing before production deployment. This approach reduced manual testing time by 4:1 while maintaining exceptional quality standards. For your project, I would leverage my experience with Python testing frameworks and cloud infrastructure to create a robust automation solution that integrates perfectly with GitHub Actions. I understand the importance of creating tests that are maintainable, scalable, and provide meaningful feedback throughout your development lifecycle. I am particularly interested in helping you establish a testing strategy that grows with your codebase while providing immediate value through automated regression testing and continuous integration. My approach focuses on building sustainable solutions rather than quick fixes that become technical debt. I would be happy to discuss your specific testing requirements and how we can structure this project to deliver maximum value within your timeline and budget constraints. Best regards, Aaron Thomas
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With 6+ years in QA and 3+ as QA Lead, I’ve built scalable automation frameworks, led CI/CD integrations, and managed QA teams. Skilled in Playwright, Selenium, GitHub Actions, I can establish strategy, tools, and culture to meet global and European standards
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I am excited to apply for the Head of QA & Test Automation position .With over 10 years of QA experience, including 5+ years in technical leadership roles, I bring a unique combination of hands-on test automation expertise, AI-driven innovation, and strong adherence to European quality standards. Why I am a strong fit for this role: • Proven Automation Expertise: I have extensive experience building scalable automation frameworks for web and mobile applications using Playwright, Cypress, and Selenium. I have successfully integrated automated tests into CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions, ensuring faster and more reliable releases. • AI-Powered QA: I am comfortable leveraging AI tools to accelerate test development, reduce manual effort, and increase overall test coverage. • European Compliance & Security: I am well-versed in GDPR, ISO 27001, secure SDLC practices, and performance/security testing tools like JMeter, OWASP ZAP, and Lighthouse. • Leadership & Team Building: I have built and led QA teams from scratch, defining workflows, mentoring engineers, and promoting an automation-first culture. I thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with engineering, DevOps, and product. I would welcome the opportunity to discuss how I can contribute to mission of delivering high-quality, scalable software solutions. Thank you for your consideration.
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Dear Hiring Team, I am excited to apply for the Head of QA & Test Automation role at your Switzerland-based organization. With 13+ years in QA and Test Automation — leading global teams, building scalable frameworks, and ensuring compliance — I am confident in my ability to establish and scale your QA function from the ground up. I have engineered automation frameworks using Selenium, Cypress, TestNG, and Cucumber, reducing manual testing by 50% and boosting coverage by 40%. By integrating automated suites into GitHub Actions, Jenkins, and Azure DevOps, I accelerated deployment cycles by 30%. I also spearheaded performance, load, and security testing with JMeter, OWASP ZAP, and Lighthouse, ensuring GDPR and ISO 27001 compliance while embedding quality into every release. As a leader, I have directed QA teams of 10–15 engineers, promoting an automation-first culture and achieving 98% adherence to QA standards. I am also leveraging AI-powered QA techniques to speed test creation, enhance regression coverage, and reduce repetitive effort — accelerating time-to-market. My key achievements include improving test speed by 35%, cutting post-release defects by 20%, streamlining cross-team collaboration across 4+ global teams, and setting up standardized QA processes with JIRA + Zephyr. I look forward to contributing my expertise in automation, compliance, and AI-driven QA to help your company deliver high-quality, scalable, and secure solutions worldwide. Thanks, Nasim Akhter
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I have 8 years of hands-on experience in designing, developing, and maintaining robust Selenium automation frameworks. - Proficient in creating scalable, reusable, and maintainable test scripts for web applications. TestNG & Cucumber: - Expertise in using TestNG for test execution, parallel testing, and generating detailed test reports. - Skilled in BDD (Behavior-Driven Development) using Cucumber to write feature files and step definitions for seamless collaboration between technical and non-technical stakeholders. API Testing: - Experienced in testing RESTful APIs using tools like Postman and RestAssured to validate endpoints, status codes, and response payloads. - Proficient in automating API test cases and integrating them into CI/CD pipelines. Problem-Solving & Analytical Skills: - Proven ability to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve complex issues in both manual and automated testing environments. - Strong analytical mindset to ensure comprehensive test coverage and high-quality deliverables. Client-Centric Approach: - Dedicated to delivering high-quality results that align with client requirements and project goals. - Excellent communication skills to ensure transparency and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.
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Hello, I HAVE HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE WITH PROJECT HAVING SIMILAR FEATURES, including building scalable QA automation frameworks for web and mobile apps, integrating CI/CD pipelines via GitHub Actions, and leveraging AI tools to accelerate test creation. I can establish QA processes aligned with European compliance standards, lead performance, security, and functional testing, and mentor teams to foster an automation-first culture. My approach ensures efficiency, reliability, and full integration of QA across development and release cycles. ⏩ Key Features & Approach -->> Scalable automation frameworks (Playwright, Cypress, Selenium) -->> CI/CD integration with GitHub Actions -->> AI-assisted test creation and optimization -->> Performance, load, and security testing (JMeter, OWASP ZAP, Lighthouse) -->> European QA/compliance standards adherence -->> Team mentoring and QA strategy implementation -->>WHAT I AM OFFERING ->>100% DELIVERY OF WORK ->>HIGH-QUALITY, BUG-FREE CODE ->>DAILY PROGRESS UPDATES WITH NO COMMUNICATION DELAYS ->>2 YEAR POST-DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT TO ENSURE YOUR APP RUNS SMOOTHLY, FREE OF COST Let’s discuss in chat as I have some queries to proceed further. Jitendra
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