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About The Company
Kake is a forward-thinking, remote-first technology company committed to delivering innovative solutions in the media and streaming industry. With a diverse global community, Kake prides itself on fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous growth. The company provides top-tier engineering teams to some of the world's most innovative organizations, emphasizing a flexible work environment where talent and dedication are valued above location. At Kake, we believe that what you bring to the table is what truly matters, and we are dedicated to supporting our employees' personal and professional development through various initiatives and benefits. Our mission is to be more than just a stepping stone in your career—we aim to be your ultimate destination for growth and success in the tech industry.
About The Role
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior QA Automation Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will play a critical part in scaling and enhancing the quality of high-impact media and streaming platforms. The ideal candidate is passionate about developing automation frameworks from scratch, refining QA processes, and collaborating closely with engineering teams in a fast-paced environment. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining robust test automation frameworks, driving QA strategies, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality web and API releases. Your expertise will directly contribute to the stability and performance of our media workflows, including playback, ads, content delivery, and user flows. This role offers an exciting opportunity to influence the quality assurance landscape within a cutting-edge streaming platform, working remotely with a talented and driven team.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will bring over five years of experience in QA Automation or SDET roles, with a proven track record of building and maintaining automation frameworks. Strong proficiency with tools such as Cypress, Playwright, Selenium, or similar is essential. Candidates should possess extensive experience with API testing, including RESTful services and authentication mechanisms. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines using tools like GitHub Actions or Jenkins is required, along with a solid understanding of test architecture and best practices. Experience working within monorepo environments is a plus. Excellent communication skills, a strong ownership mindset, and the ability to work collaboratively across teams are critical for success. Candidates with prior experience in media and streaming platforms—particularly in areas like video playback (HLS, DASH), DRM content, ad insertion, and testing connected TV or mobile streaming apps—will have a distinct advantage.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain comprehensive test automation frameworks utilizing tools such as Cypress, Playwright, or similar technologies.
- Lead the development and implementation of QA strategies and best practices across multiple teams to ensure consistent quality standards.
- Expand and improve test coverage for web applications and API services, ensuring robust validation of functionalities.
- Collaborate closely with engineering and product teams to facilitate high-quality releases and rapid feedback cycles.
- Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines to automate testing processes, supporting continuous integration and deployment workflows.
- Contribute to comprehensive documentation of QA processes, test cases, and automation frameworks to promote transparency and knowledge sharing.
- Mentor and guide junior QA engineers, fostering a culture of quality and continuous improvement.
- Test and validate complex media workflows, including video playback, ad insertion, content delivery, and user interactions.
- Stay current with industry trends and incorporate new testing methodologies and tools to enhance testing effectiveness.
Benefits
Kake offers a competitive compensation package paid in USD, reflecting our global approach to talent acquisition. As a fully remote organization, we trust our employees to manage their work environments and schedules effectively. We believe in investing in our team members' growth, which is why we provide the Better Me Fund to support your personal development and passions. Our community values compassion and social good, fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace culture. Additional benefits include flexible work arrangements, opportunities for professional advancement, and the chance to work on innovative projects within the media and streaming industry. At Kake, you will find a workplace that encourages learning, collaboration, and the pursuit of excellence.
Equal Opportunity
Kake is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or background. We believe that diverse perspectives and experiences drive innovation and excellence, and we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed.
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