QA Engineer

Launchpad, a people-first technology company, is a leader in North America´s rapidly growing tech sector. Through two solutions, Launchpad supports its clients with digital transformation:

- PaasportTM, our iPaaS solution, streamlines software integration and automates workflows.
- Nearshore Staff Augmentation, our managed IT staffing service, connects top IT talent across various geographical regions, bringing industry expertise to leading clients.

Based in Vancouver, Canada, our operational footprint spans across North and South America, with a second headquarters in Santiago, Chile.

At Launchpad, we genuinely care about our people as individuals. If you are looking for a team that values growth, drive, and passion for your craft, if you’re seeking a place to achieve your goals and dreams with fairness and integrity, then we’d love to hear from you.

**QA Engineer - Automation & Angular Testing (Full-Time, Remote)**:
Are you passionate about testing, automation, and helping dev teams ship high-quality software faster? At Launchpad, we’re looking for a **QA Specialist** to join an agile product squad and take quality to the next level—one test case at a time.

This role is ideal for professionals who combine **solid manual testing experience**, **automation skills**, and a working knowledge of programming. You’ll work hand-in-hand with developers and product owners to deliver robust features with confidence.

**Start date**: June 2nd, 2025
**Type**: Full-time, long-term
**Location**: 100% remote | Agile environment

**What You’ll Be Doing**:

- Participate in sprint planning and daily stand-ups to align testing strategies with dev work
- Design and execute both **manual and automated** test cases across UI, backend, and APIs
- Collaborate with developers to identify and resolve bugs early in the sprint
- Create and maintain test scripts for **regression, integration, and smoke testing**
- Implement automated tests as part of CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins)
- Use tools like **Selenium**, **Cypress**, **Postman**, or **RestAssured**
- Document test results, track issues, and support UAT when needed
- Stay up to date on QA best practices and help improve internal testing workflows

**What You Need to Succeed**:
**Must-haves**:

- 3-5 years of experience in **manual + automated testing**
- Hands-on skills with **Selenium**, **Cypress**, or similar automation tools
- Familiarity with **API testing** using **Postman** or **RestAssured**
- Understanding of **CI/CD workflows**, Git, and version control
- Knowledge of at least one **programming language** (e.g., JavaScript, Java, Python)
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and debugging skills
- Agile mindset and prior experience working in sprint-based teams

**Nice-to-haves**:

- Exposure to tools like **Jira**, **Zephyr**, or similar QA platforms
- Scripting skills and basic knowledge of **DevOps** environments
- Familiarity with **Azure Cloud**

**Our Hiring Process**:
We’re agile, human-centered, and respectful of your time. Here’s what to expect:

- **Initial Interview** - 60 min with Talent Acquisition
- **Culture Fit Chat** - 30 min with our Team Engagement Manager
- **Technical Interview** - 60 min challenge + discussion with our Engineering team

**Why Join Launchpad?**:
At Launchpad, quality is a mindset, not a phase. When you join our team, you get:

- 100% remote work setup
- Competitive compensation in USD
- Training stipends and growth opportunities
- Collaboration with global teams and innovative brands
- PTO for rest, study, or life balance
- A people-first culture that values autonomy and impact

✨ Help us build better software—one automated test at a time.

At Launchpad, we genuinely care about our people as individuals. If you are looking for a team that values growth, drive, and passion for your craft, if you’re seeking a place to achieve your goals and dreams with fairness and integrity, then you are the future of Launchpad. Launchpad is committed to fostering a diverse and representative workforce and an inclusive work environment where all employees are respected and treated equally.

Are you ready to elevate your career at Launchpad? We want to hear your story Contact us today.