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# Quality Automation Engineer

- **Company:** Tripadvisor
- **Location:** Barcelona, Spain (Remote available)
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Automation of Tests, Computer Programming, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Node.Js, SonarQube, Software Testing Automation Framework, Data Streaming, Test Data, TypeScript, Data Processing, Large Language Models, Containerization, Playwright, Graphql, Data Management, Dynamic Data, Api Management, Docker, SDET, Jenkins
- **Published:** July 31, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.buscojobs.com.es/quality-automation-engineer-en-barcelona-ID-364355130

## About the Role

Strong experience as an SDET / Quality Engineer with a focus on frameworks and tooling, not just test implementationExcellent programming skills in TypeScript / JavaScriptProven experience designing and maintaining test frameworks at scaleHands?on experience with modern automation tools (Playwright preferred)Strong understanding of test architecture patterns (test pyramid, separation of concerns, isolation strategies)Experience enabling teams through libraries, SDKs, or shared toolingSolid experience with CI/CD systems (e.g., Jenkins), including pipeline optimization and debuggingExperience with API testing (REST/GraphQL) and designing reusable testing layersStrong problem?solving skills focused on root cause analysis and systemic improvementsComfortable working cross?team and acting as a technical reference for qualityFluent in English (written and spoken)
You Can Impress With These Additions
Experience building internal developer platforms or test platformsDeep expertise in Playwright ecosystem (custom reporters, fixtures, plugins, parallelization strategies)Experience with GraphQL testing tooling and schema?driven validationFamiliarity with quality gate systems (e.g., SonarQube / SonarCloud) and defining engineering?wide standardsExperience with test data platforms (dynamic data generation, seeding, environment control)Exposure to AI?assisted testing / LLM?based toolingBackend development experience (Node.js preferred)Experience with containerization (Docker) and ephemerark environmentsStrong understanding of observability (logs, metrics, tracing) applied to test systemsExperience in organizations where testing is decentralized but governed centrally

## Description

At TheFork we believe that the best things in life happen around the table.As the leading restaurant booking platform in Europe, we connect the broadest community of loyal diners with the world's favorite restaurants.Powered by innovation and a deep passion for the restaurant industry, we create unique dining experiences across 11 countries.We're part of the TripAdvisor Group and proud to be building a diverse, people?first culture where respect, ownership, growth and better?together values thrive.If you're passionate about food, technology, and making a real impact, your seat at the table is ready.What You Will DoDesign, build, and evolve test automation frameworks and internal tooling (Playwright + TypeScript as primary stack)Act as owner of the test ecosystem, including repositories, architecture, and long?term maintainabilityDefine and enforce testing standards, guidelines, and best practices across engineering teamsEnable developers to write effective tests by providing abstractions, utilities, and reusable componentsDrive test architecture decisions (structure, layering, fixtures, data handling, isolation strategies)Collaborate with teams to improve testability of systems (APIs, front?end, data flows) without directly owning feature testsOwn and optimize CI/CD test pipelines (e.g., Jenkins), focusing on speed, reliability, and scalabilityIdentify systemic issues (flakiness, instability, slow feedback loops) and implement structural solutions, not patchesDesign and maintain test data management and environment orchestration strategiesDefine, implement, and evolve quality gates and metrics (coverage, reliability, execution time, signal quality)Support teams in debugging complex failures by providing observability and diagnostic toolingExplore and integrate AI?driven testing capabilities to improve productivity and test robustnessMentor engineers and promote a quality engineering mindset across the organizationWho You AreYou Must Meet These Critical QualificationsStrong experience as an SDET / Quality Engineer with a focus on frameworks and tooling, not just test implementationExcellent programming skills in TypeScript / JavaScriptProven experience designing and maintaining test frameworks at scaleHands?on experience with modern automation tools (Playwright preferred)Strong understanding of test architecture patterns (test pyramid, separation of concerns, isolation strategies)Experience enabling teams through libraries, SDKs, or shared toolingSolid experience with CI/CD systems (e.g., Jenkins), including pipeline optimization and debuggingExperience with API testing (REST/GraphQL) and designing reusable testing layersStrong problem?solving skills focused on root cause analysis and systemic improvementsComfortable working cross?team and acting as a technical reference for qualityFluent in English (written and spoken)You Can Impress With These AdditionsExperience building internal developer platforms or test platformsDeep expertise in Playwright ecosystem (custom reporters, fixtures, plugins, parallelization strategies)Experience with GraphQL testing tooling and schema?driven validationFamiliarity with quality gate systems (e.g., SonarQube / SonarCloud) and defining engineering?wide standardsExperience with test data platforms (dynamic data generation, seeding, environment control)Exposure to AI?assisted testing / LLM?based toolingBackend development experience (Node.js preferred)Experience with containerization (Docker) and ephemerark environmentsStrong understanding of observability (logs, metrics, tracing) applied to test systemsExperience in organizations where testing is decentralized but governed centrallyWhat We Offer YouAn awesome teamA permanent contract (that can be useful in life)Flexible working environment (2 days home office per week + up to 4 total weeks additional flexibility during the summer period and in December to work fully remotely)Competitive fixed salary and bonusLunch vouchers available for each working day (because yes, we like to try our best restaurants)International teams and a multicultural environment spanning 10 offices across EuropeHighly inclusive working environmentLifestyle benefits that can be used to reimburse expenses related to physical and leisure activities, family support, travel etcContinuous learning and development programsFree access to the Calm app to help you build resilience wherever you are in your mental health journeyDedicated parental leave and caregiver leave policies (12 weeks fully paid)Health insurance covered by the companyFinancial support for birth, adoption, civil partnerships, or marriageTransport allowanceLife & Disability Insurance at no cost to the employeeAmazing offices with dining, coffee points and leisure areaTeam building eventsWe believe that we are better together, and we welcome you for who you are.We endeavor to ensure that everyone-regardless of ability, age, socio?economic & cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender expression, gender identity, ideology, national origin, race, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law-has the opportunity to reach their full potential.At TheFork, we want you to bring us your unique perspectives and experiences, so we can collectively continue disrupting the restaurant industry and go from good to great.TheFork is committed to a fair recruitment process.If you have special needs and require reasonable support during your application, interview, or participation in the selection process due to health conditions or disability, please direct your inquiries to our HR team.Our HR team will review the request and respond accordingly.#J-*****-Ljbffr


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