Senior QA Automation Engineer at Planet

Porto, Porto, Portugal

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Retail, Hospitality, Fintech, PaymentsIndustries

Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in test automation engineering
  • Relevant experience and enthusiasm for testing (breaking software)
  • Strong understanding of software testing methodologies and practices
  • Excellent communication skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
  • Extensive experience with modern test automation tools: UI testing (Playwright, Selenium WebDriver, etc.), API testing (REST Assured, Postman, TestNG/JUnit), Performance testing (JMeter, Gatling)
  • Proficient in version control systems such as Git, GitHub and CI/CD platforms such as Jenkins and GitHub Actions
  • Experience with test automation in Angular, React, etc
  • Strong understanding of API testing methodologies and RESTful web services

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop comprehensive automated test frameworks using Playwright and TypeScript testing tools
  • Create and maintain API automation suites using REST Assured and TestNG/JUnit for Java backend services
  • Implement end-to-end UI test automation using multiple frameworks: Playwright for modern, reliable web testing, Protractor/Selenium WebDriver for legacy test suites
  • Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated test execution within our development workflow
  • Create detailed technical documentation for automation frameworks and testing infrastructure
  • Mentor team members on automation best practices and provide technical guidance
  • Collaborate with developers to implement testing at the unit and integration levels
  • Participate in code reviews of automated test scripts and testing infrastructure
  • Monitor and analyze test results, identifying patterns and areas for improvement
  • Troubleshoot automation failures and maintain test stability
  • Identify, document, and track bugs and defects using Jira/Confluence
  • Collaborate with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and define test strategies
  • Automate regression tests to increase efficiency and coverage
  • Provide regular reports on testing activities, status, and results

Skills

Playwright
TypeScript
REST Assured
TestNG
JUnit
Selenium WebDriver
Protractor
Java
Angular
CI/CD
API testing
UI automation

Planet

High-resolution satellite imagery subscription service

About Planet

Planet captures high-resolution satellite images of the Earth using a fleet of small satellites called Doves. These satellites provide near-daily, detailed imagery across eight different bands, allowing clients to monitor environmental changes, manage resources, plan urban developments, and respond to disasters. The company operates on a subscription-based model, giving clients access to a vast library of images and data analytics tools. This approach ensures consistent revenue as clients require ongoing updates. Planet differentiates itself by offering customized solutions and educational resources through Planet School, helping users effectively utilize their platform. The goal of Planet is to be a leader in the geospatial intelligence market, providing valuable insights through frequent and detailed Earth observation.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2010Year Founded
$617.1MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, AerospaceIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Sabbatical Leave
Remote Work Options
Wellness Program
Mental Health Support
Home Office Stipend
Phone/Internet Stipend
Tuition Reimbursement
Equity
Commuter Benefits
Volunteering Paid Time Off
Parental Leave

Risks

Increased competition from companies like Antaris threatens market share.
Recent layoffs may impact operational efficiency and innovation.
Expansion of partnerships may stretch resources, reducing service quality.

Differentiation

Planet operates the largest fleet of Earth-imaging satellites globally.
Their subscription model ensures continuous revenue from diverse sectors.
Planet's AI-driven analytics enhance satellite imagery insights significantly.

Upsides

AI-driven analytics can expand into agriculture and urban planning sectors.
Partnerships with platforms like UP42 enhance data offerings and capabilities.
Smart city management using satellite data offers new revenue streams.

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