QA / Test Automation Engineer
About The Company
Stark Pharma Solutions Inc. is a global consulting and staffing partner established in 2014, serving the Pharmaceutical, Medical Device, Biotech, and IT industries across the USA, Canada, and India. We provide specialized consulting and staffing solutions across Quality & Validation, Regulatory Affairs, R&D, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Project Management, and IT, with a focus on delivering tailored solutions that drive growth, operational excellence, and long-term client success.
Job Overview
We are seeking a QA/Test Automation Engineer to support test automation, manual testing, and quality assurance activities on a fast-paced technology engagement. The role will focus on Robot Framework-based automation, database and API testing, defect management, and direct client/stakeholder communication.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, build, and maintain automated test scripts using Robot Framework and Python
- Perform Database (DB) and API testing across application layers
- Leverage AI-powered testing tools and AI assistants (e.g., Claude) to accelerate automation workflows
- Manage defect tracking, test management, and documentation in JIRA and Confluence
- Design and execute detailed manual test cases where automation isn't yet in place
- Independently manage client and stakeholder communication throughout the testing lifecycle
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering and QA teams
- Report testing progress, defects, and risks clearly to stakeholders
Required Qualifications
- Hands-on experience in test automation using Robot Framework and Python
- Proficient in Database (DB) and API testing
- Familiarity with AI-powered testing tools, including practical experience using AI assistants (e.g., Claude)
- Working knowledge of JIRA and Confluence
- Strong background in Manual Testing, with the ability to design and execute detailed test cases
- Proven client-handling skills, with the ability to independently manage stakeholder communication
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Good to Have
- Domain knowledge in Healthcare or Life Sciences
- Familiarity with LIMS (Laboratory Information Management Systems)