QA Automation Engineer

QA Automation Engineer Build quality into delivery and help Parim release with greater speed and confidence. About the role Parim is looking for a senior, hands-on QA Engineer to help us lead the next stage of our automation approach and make automated checks a practical part of every new development. You will combine thoughtful manual testing with dependable automation, choosing the right approach based on risk and value. Working in a two-person QA team alongside Engineering and Product, you will help surface risks earlier, make product quality visible and improve how we test and release software. This is an individual-contributor role with real scope to shape our quality practices without people-management responsibilities. If you are interested in helping teams identify risk earlier, make quality visible and shorten release cycles without compromising reliability, then please continue reading. What success looks like Release cycles become faster and more predictable because quality risks are surfaced earlier. Test results, product health and delivery risks are visible and useful to Engineering and Product. Recurring defects lead to improvements in code, process or infrastructure - not only another test case. What you will be doing Take hands-on ownership of testing across new and existing product areas. Not all our testing is automated, so you will perform manual and exploratory testing when needed to support smooth delivery and give the team confidence in each release. You will continually consider where automation could provide faster, more reliable feedback while recognising when manual testing remains the better approach. You will also help improve our tools, standards and ways of working, keeping them practical for a growing company. Automation and technical quality Build dependable automation . Build and maintain reliable automated tests Strengthen technical feedback. Continuously improve and optimise the quality checks already integrated into our development and CI/CD workflows, helping teams receive fast, reliable and useful feedback Hands-on product testing Choose the right testing approach. Plan and perform manual, exploratory, functional, integration, API, end-to-end and regression testing based on the risks and needs of each product change. Build quality in early. Partner with engineers and product managers to define acceptance criteria, identify risks and decide what should be tested at each layer. Communicate openly about risk, trade-offs and readiness while raising concerns early and help the team find a path forward. Quality insight and improvement Make quality visible . Use test results and delivery data to help Engineering and Product understand product health, release confidence and emerging risks—not only the number of bugs found. Improve the system behind the issue . Look for patterns in recurring defects, flaky tests and environment-related failures, then help improve the underlying code, infrastructure, tools or ways of working. What makes you a great fit Hands-on commercial experience across both manual testing and test automation. Practical understanding of test design, test architecture, debugging and maintaining reliable test suites. Strong experience designing API test automation for REST and/or GraphQL services. Experience with modern browser or end-to-end automation tools; Playwright experience is especially relevant to our current direction. Good working knowledge of TypeScript or strong experience in a comparable language with the ability to transition. Experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines. Experience with performance and load testing, including choosing meaningful scenarios and interpreting results. The judgment to decide what should be automated, what is better tested manually and where testing effort will create the most value. The initiative and judgment to own a domain, prioritise work and improve an approach that is still developing. Clear, transparent communication and the confidence to influence across Engineering and Product. A startup mindset: curious, hands-on and willing to solve the problem behind the problem. It would make you stand out Experience helping a small QA function mature without adding unnecessary processes Experience with DevOps, observability or infrastructure health We work with Playwright · Allure ·TypeScript · REST · GraphQL About the team You will join a two-person QA team within Parim's product and engineering organisation. The role has no direct reports, but it carries real leadership: you will own the automation domain, shape standards and help colleagues make good quality decisions. Expect close collaboration, direct communication and room to influence how work gets done. Join our mission If you enjoy building systems that help teams move faster - and believe quality is something we design into delivery, not inspected in the end - we would like to hear from you. Recruitment process overview Introductory conversation — A discussion about your experience, motivations and what you are looking for next, alongside an introduction to Parim and the role. Technical Assessment & Peer interview — A practical opportunity to demonstrate how you think, solve relevant problems and apply your technical expertise. You will also meet future colleagues, learn how the team works and explore how you collaborate, communicate and approach day-to-day challenges. Hiring Manager — A deeper conversation about the role’s priorities, expectations and impact, giving both sides the opportunity to confirm the fit. Offer - If we both feel the match is right, we will discuss the full offer, answer any remaining questions and agree on the next steps. Department Engineering Role QA Engineering Locations Tallinn Remote status Hybrid Monthly salary €3,500 - €5,000 Employment type Full-time What's in it for you? Compensation We like to get the basics right - your compensation will be fair and motivating. You will also be included in Parim's employee stock option programme . Employee Wellbeing We care about your wellbeing. You will have 3 wellbeing days annually and receive a quarterly allowance that you can spend towards boosting your health and fitness. Flexibility We focus on outcome and collaboration, so we made our working model flexible and don't micromanage. As long as company and team agreements are held and you : Want to work from the comfort of your home? Not a problem. Prefer to join other PARiMs in one of our modern and vibrant office locations? Not a problem. Hate waking up in the crack of dawn? Not a problem. You are a night owl? Not a problem. Want to work under a palm tree during cold winter months? Not a problem Quality Time with Team We really enjoy connecting with the global team in person in our annual company-wide gatherings and various local team events throughout the year. Equipment Suited to Your Needs As a tech company, we will provide you with modern tools and equipment based on your needs and preference. This includes AI-enabled tools. Free Parking We know commuting to work can be a hassle, especially when it comes to driving a car. If you are working in our Tallinn office, we have a parking spot waiting for you. Most Importantly The chance to develop your skills and knowledge in a growing, dynamic global company where your opinion matters and voice is heard Encouraging and Engaging Workplace At Parim Software , we are pioneers in delivering top-tier Software as a Service (SaaS) solution that revolutionises how businesses operate. With a global presence and a culture of innovation, we empower our clients to automate their operations, streamline staff communication, enhance productivity, achieve efficiency, and optimise and scale their businesses . 🤝 PEOPLE-FIRST : Our foundation is built on strong relationships and a sense of belonging. Together, we uplift, inspire, and drive each other towards greatness. 🚀 INNOVATION UNLEASHED : We're not content with the status quo – we're pioneers of progress! Our hunger for INNOVATION fuels our relentless pursuit of cutting-edge solutions. We turn challenges into opportunities, forever curious and eager to redefine what's possible. 🌍 ADVENTURE AWAITS : Life's too short for ordinary. Our passion for ADVENTURE runs deep, pushing us to embrace the unknown, explore new horizons, and embrace the excitement of pushing boundaries. From the meeting room to the great outdoors and race tracks, we're fearless explorers and thrillseekers, eager to create unforgettable stories. 🌅 MEANINGFUL CREATIONS: Our product is more than just a product – it's a testament to our dedication to making a MEANINGFUL impact. We pour our hearts into every detail, knowing that what we create has the power to reshape how businesses operate and manage their workforce. Join us in a culture that celebrates PEOPLE , fosters INNOVATION , seeks ADVENTURE, and crafts MEANINGFUL , PIONEERING PRODUCTS together! 💪🔥 About Parim Workforce Software We have put together a team with expertise in staff management , latest technological advancements and have created the leading workforce management solution for hourly workers used by more than 350,000+ professionals. Our long-term strategy is to constantly strive to be at the forefront of technological progress and to use this knowledge to creatively automate the mundane and repetitive tasks to help businesses become more efficient at the same time as offering the most reliable and secure service possible. Thanks to open communication with and insights from our clients, as well as our in-house knowledge we can provide relevant industry-specific solutions . Each and every button, option and process is fully driven by customer feedback, ideas and needs.