Sr QA Automation Engineer

Callaway - Carlsbad, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Carlsbad, CA

Miscellaneous Manufacturing

About the position

The Senior QA Automation Engineer will lead the software quality function for Callaway Golf's direct-to-consumer e-commerce sites across multiple brands and regions. This role requires deep expertise in software testing and advanced knowledge of modern test automation frameworks. The ideal candidate will manage offshore teams, collaborate with developers and product teams, and continuously improve software quality processes and outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain automation test frameworks for web applications, focusing on e-commerce platforms.
• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert in manual and automated testing strategies.
• Lead the creation and execution of test cases for functional, regression, integration, and performance testing.
• Collaborate with development and product teams to understand project requirements and ensure effective test strategies are in place.
• Ensure the automation test suite's adherence to coding standards, including version control and code review processes.
• Optimize test frameworks for reusability, maintainability, and speed to provide rapid feedback on application quality.
• Lead and mentor offshore QA teams to promote effective collaboration and high-quality deliverables.
• Oversee comprehensive testing for new features and bug fixes, ensuring efficient and timely test execution.
• Develop and maintain API test automation as part of the overall QA strategy for e-commerce workflows.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to automated tests and testing environments.
• Stay updated on emerging QA tools, technologies, and best practices and advocate for their adoption within the team.
• Conduct root cause analysis for critical defects and collaborate with the development team to implement practical solutions.
• Participate in performance and security testing to validate the application's robustness under high traffic and adverse conditions.
• Foster team collaboration and ensure effective QA, development, and product management communication.
• Document and maintain test artifacts, including test plans, cases, and results.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 6-8 years of experience in Manual and Automation Testing of web applications, particularly in e-commerce.
• 5+ years of experience with TypeScript/JavaScript for automation testing.
• 5+ years of experience managing repositories using GitHub.
• 3+ years of experience leading offshore QA teams to ensure quality in a global environment.
• 5+ years of experience working with automation frameworks and tools like Cypress, Selenium, or Playwright.
• Proven experience in creating, optimizing, and maintaining automated test scripts.

Nice-to-haves

• Hands-on experience with Next.js, React, and Vercel deployment is a plus.
• Proficiency in using test management tools like JIRA, Confluence, and defect tracking systems.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $102,200.00 - $153,200.00 USD annually.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth within the company.