Middle/Senior Automation QA (Python) Engineer

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Automation QA Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring software quality by developing and maintaining test automation frameworks, leading backend testing strategies, and enhancing CI/CD pipelines. Collaborating closely with data engineers and frontend engineers, you will focus on regression testing, API validation, and automation script development within the Palantir Foundry ecosystem. The ideal candidate has a strong background in test automation, API testing, and backend validation, with a passion for enhancing test automation in data-driven environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform functional, integration, and regression testing to ensure software quality.
• Develop, execute, and maintain automated test scripts using Python, PySpark, and TypeScript.
• Utilize pytest, Jest, or similar frameworks for test automation.
• Design and implement API testing strategies.
• Work with Palantir Foundry, including Contour, Workbook, Ontology Manager, Slate, and Workshop.
• Collaborate with a team of data engineers, frontend engineers and business analysts.
• Analyze project complexity and proactively identify automation opportunities.
• Continuously learn and adapt to evolving technologies.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience as an Automation QA Engineer
• Strong expertise in functional, integration, and regression testing methodologies.
• Hands-on experience in API testing, Python, and TypeScript.
• Proficiency in test automation frameworks such as pytest and Jest (or equivalent).
• Ability to design, develop, and implement automated test solutions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated with a passion for continuous learning.
• English Upper Intermediate +

• Experience with Palantir Foundry (Contour, Workbook, Ontology Manager, Slate, and Workshop) is a plus.
• Experience with data projects is a plus.
• Experience with PySpark is a plus.