SWQA Test Automation – Hybrid (Sant Cugat-Barcelona)

At Nuvolar, we build tailor‑made solutions for highly regulated and complex sectors, combining modern technology with a people-first mindset. With 100+ team members and over 14 years of experience, we foster a collaborative culture that encourages professional growth and personal well-being.

Join us as a SWQA Test Automation Engineer to work on a real laboratory testing environment, contributing to the automation backbone of a complete and interconnected ecosystem of products in the pharmaceutical industry.

About the Role

We are looking for a technical QA engineer specializing in test automation. In this role, you will design and maintain automation frameworks, build reusable libraries, integrate reporting, and support CI/CD pipelines. You will also work closely with product and DevOps teams to maintain reliable test environments using Docker/Kubernetes and CI/CD pipelines.

This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy hands-on QA automation, integrating technical solutions, and ensuring robust, scalable, and maintainable test frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain scalable test automation frameworks (UI, API, end-to-end).
• Build reusable libraries and integrate reporting for automated test results.
• Collaborate closely with DevOps and development teams to integrate automation with CI/CD pipelines.
• Execute automated test cases and contribute to technical QA planning.
• Assess and improve pipeline reliability, test coverage, and observability.
• Ensure high-quality standards across multiple products and environments.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of QA experience, strong in real automation (not just record/playback).
• Solid programming skills: Java, JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, or similar.
• Expertise with automation frameworks: Playwright, Selenium, Cypress, REST-assured, etc.
• Practical experience with CI/CD tools: GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, Jenkins.
• Familiarity with containers (Docker/Kubernetes) is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills and engineering mindset from a QA perspective.
• Good communication skills in English and experience working in Agile environments.

What to expect from us?

• Flexible Work & Work-Life Balance: enjoy options to balance work and personal life, including every other Friday off.
• Hybrid Work Mode: for this specific project, onsite presence is required 2 days per week. While the days are not strictly fixed, they are usually Tuesday and Thursday. The rest of the week can be remote.
• Seniority Program: additional benefits and privileges as you grow with the company.
• Social & Team Budget:  even though we primarily work remotely, we encourage team gatherings and activities, with a dedicated budget.
• Continuous Learning: training, mentorship, and professional development opportunities.
• Growth Opportunities: participate in challenging projects with modern frameworks and influence QA strategy.

Our hiring process

1️⃣ HR Interview – Cultural fit interview to get to know each other.
2️⃣ Technical Test – A coding challenge to assess your skills.
3️⃣ Technical Interview – A deep dive into your technical abilities and thought process.

Join us in a role that offers not only exciting challenges but also the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the technology and pharmaceutical industries.

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Equal Opportunity Statement
Nuvolar Works is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We do not discriminate based on age, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, family or marital status, disability, national origin, race, ethnicity, religion, or any other protected characteristic. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply, and we are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.