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# Senior Software Quality Assurance Specialist (Automation Testing) - Barcelona

- **Company:** PPG Industries
- **Location:** Barcelona, Spain
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Web Accessibility, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Scrum Methodology, Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Quality Assurance (SQA), SQL Databases, Data Streaming, Systems Integration, Test Case, Test Management, Gherkin, Api Management
- **Published:** September 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.buscojobs.com.es/senior-software-quality-assurance-specialist-automation-testing-m-f-d-barcelona-en-barcelona-ID-372161076

## About the Role

Requisitos principales7+ years hands-on software quality assurance and testing experience
Solid SDLC and QA lifecycle understanding
Strong experience in Agile/Scrum environments
Proven ability to design and execute complex manual and automated test cases
Solid understanding of test automation concepts and practices
Experience testing integrations, APIs, and data flows
Mandatory experience with AI-assisted QA tools
Strong knowledge of accessibility principles and validating public-facing apps
Experience using Azure DevOps (or equivalent ALM tools) for test management and traceability
Strong analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills
Excellent verbal and written communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders
Ability to work independently and manage priorities in a remote, distributed environment
Proven adaptability to changes in tools, processes, and methodologies
collaborative
communication
problem-solving
AI-assisted QA tools
API testing
SQL queries

## Description

OverviewIn this Senior QA role, you will safeguard the quality of global public-facing digital applications, including e-commerce sites and branding websites, across the full software delivery lifecycle.You work as an experienced contributor within distributed Agile teams to implement solid QA processes, accessibility compliance, and continuous improvement.You will collaborate with stakeholders across technical and non-technical areas and influence quality from design through release.This opportunity blends hands-on testing with AI-assisted approaches to drive reliable, accessible software at scale.ResponsabilidadesVerify compliance with business, functional, non-functional, and accessibility requirements for public-facing appsDesign, maintain, and execute manual and automated test cases from user stories and acceptance criteria (Gherkin)Develop test cases validating integrations, APIs, and data flows; perform API validations and SQL checksExecute testing activities, log defects, coordinate with developers for fixes, and re-testMaintain and update test suites and evidence in Azure DevOps; ensure traceabilityAnalyze results to identify recurring issues and quality risks; drive defect preventionSupport release activities with smoke/sanity testing and provide quality statusTriage production defects and verify fixes; contribute to root-cause analysisParticipate in Agile ceremonies and ensure DoR/DoD adherenceWrite and maintain QA documentation and accessibility evidencePlan and monitor testing to meet sprint and release timelinesCollaborate with QA peers to align testing approaches; share best practicesContribute to QA CoP by knowledge sharing and applying standardsProvide guidance to junior QA members without formal management dutiesComplete required training per development planRequisitos principales7+ years hands-on software quality assurance and testing experienceSolid SDLC and QA lifecycle understandingStrong experience in Agile/Scrum environmentsProven ability to design and execute complex manual and automated test casesSolid understanding of test automation concepts and practicesExperience testing integrations, APIs, and data flowsMandatory experience with AI-assisted QA toolsStrong knowledge of accessibility principles and validating public-facing appsExperience using Azure DevOps (or equivalent ALM tools) for test management and traceabilityStrong analytical, technical, and problem-solving skillsExcellent verbal and written communication with technical and non-technical stakeholdersAbility to work independently and manage priorities in a remote, distributed environmentProven adaptability to changes in tools, processes, and methodologiescollaborativecommunicationproblem-solvingAI-assisted QA toolsAPI testingSQL queries