Associate QA Automation Engineer

About Us

At Cast & Crew, we’ve empowered creativity and supported the global entertainment industry for decades. Together with our family of brands - Backstage, CAPS, Checks & Balances, Final Draft, Media Services, Sargent-Disc, and The TEAM Companies – we operate as a combined entertainment technology and services provider offering industry standard screenwriting accounting software, digital payroll products, data & reporting, and a host of creative tools. The industry continues to move faster than ever, and the need for our expertise, our technology, and our people has never been greater. We are a production’s best ally every step of the way. #OneCastOneCrew

Position Summary

We are seeking a QA Automation Engineer to join our quality engineering team and contribute to building robust automated testing solutions. In this role, you will collaborate with developers and QA professionals to ensure the quality and reliability of our software products through automation and best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain automated test scripts for web applications and APIs.
• Execute automated test suites and analyze results.
• Document test cases and maintain test documentation.
• Participate in requirement reviews and design discussions.
• Perform manual testing when needed to validate user flows.
• Report and track defects using bug tracking systems.
• Collaborate with developers to understand features and acceptance criteria.
• Stay current on QA and automation best practices.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Basic programming knowledge in at least one language (Java, Python, JavaScript, or C#).
• Understanding of web technologies (HTML, CSS, HTTP) and testing concepts.
• Familiarity with version control systems (Git).
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with automation tools (Selenium, Cypress, Playwright).
• Knowledge of API testing tools (Postman or similar).
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and CI/CD concepts.
• Exposure to SQL basics and QA certifications (ISTQB is a plus).
  
  

What We Provide

• Training: Comprehensive onboarding and training program with access to learning resources and online courses
• Mentorship: Guidance from experienced SDET and QA engineers
• Experience: Utilize industry-standard tools and specialize in areas like performance testing, security testing, or mobile automation
• Growth Opportunities: Advance to mid-level SDET within 2-3 years
  
  

Special Work Conditions

• Sedentary – Involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Some positions may entail exerting up to 15 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force to lift, carry, push, or pull.
  
  

Benefits

Cast & Crew provides a comprehensive package of employee benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, health and wellness programs, employee discounts, and more! Note: Cast & Crew benefits are subject to eligibility requirements.

Cast & Crew is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals based on job-related qualifications and ability to perform a job, without regard to age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship or marital status, and to maintain a non-discriminatory environment free from intimidation, harassment or bias based upon these grounds.

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Compensation is commensurate with various factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, qualifications, skills, training, licensure, certifications, geographic cost of labor, and other business and organizational needs. Compensation range for candidates in other locations may differ based on the cost of labor in that location. The compensation range for this position is: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year.