Job Title: Founding Test Automation Engineer
📍 Location: Remote (India-based preferred)
💼 Department: Engineering – Quality & Automation
🕒 Employment Type: Full-time
Job Overview
Velt is transforming how users collaborate online by powering shared experiences across world-class platforms like Pendo, Heygen, Runway, and Lambdatest. We're now seeking a Founding Test Automation Engineer who thrives in fast-paced environments and is passionate about delivering top-tier product quality with speed. As one of the first 10 team members, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our engineering culture, automation strategy, and overall product success.
This is not a typical 9–5 job. It’s a high-impact, high-ownership role for someone who’s hungry to build and grow alongside a startup aiming to define the future of the collaborative web.
What You'll Do
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Design, develop, and maintain automated test suites using Playwright for our web applications
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Implement robust E2E, API, UI, and unit tests across front-end and back-end systems
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Build and execute evaluation suites for AI-driven features to validate accuracy and performance
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Integrate automated tests into the CI/CD pipeline for continuous, real-time feedback
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Explore and leverage AI tools to auto-generate tests, expand coverage, and optimize workflows
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Collaborate closely with engineers and product teams to debug, fix, and prevent issues
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Proactively refine our test automation framework and develop testing best practices
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Clearly document and communicate test outcomes and bug reports across teams
What We’re Looking For
Startup Stage Fit
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Comfortable working independently with limited guidance
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Thrive in ambiguity and fast-evolving startup environments
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Bias for action, results, and constant improvement
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Motivated to become the best in your field
Problem Fit
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Passionate about quality, automation, and breaking things for the better
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Driven to build intelligent testing solutions and explore AI-enhanced QA methods
Experience Fit
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3+ years of frontend or QA engineering experience with direct customer-facing exposure
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2+ years tenure at a single company demonstrating depth and ownership
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Strong experience with Playwright for web automation (must-have)
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Proven capability in complex API testing and E2E test automation
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Exposure to or strong curiosity about applying AI tools in test automation
Culture Fit
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Prioritize speed over perfection with attention to detail
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Communicate clearly and simply—even with complex concepts
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Navigate disagreements with empathy and maturity
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Constant learner with high personal drive and humility
Why Join Velt
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Be among the first 10 employees, helping shape engineering, product, and culture
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Work on cutting-edge products with real user impact from day one
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Contribute directly to the core testing architecture of high-velocity product releases
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Collaborate with a top-tier team that’s building the future of shared experiences on the web
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Receive equity and grow with the company as a key early team member
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Learn, build, and grow faster than you ever have before
How to Apply
When applying, please include:
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Why you're looking for a change right now
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What excites you about this problem space, and your perspective on it
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Why you believe you’re the right fit for this role
About Velt
Velt provides a powerful JS SDK that enables teams to integrate collaborative features into web products with speed and ease. From real-time collaboration to shared user experiences, Velt helps platforms scale collaborative interactions without complex infrastructure. Backed by a bold mission and trusted by leading brands, we’re creating the future of how people work and connect online.
🚀 Ready to build world-class experiences and automation at the edge of collaboration and AI? Apply now and join us on this journey.
📧 For questions, reach out via careers@velt.dev
- Company Name: Velt
- Average Salary Offered (for Current Role):6-15 LPA
- Must-have skills (in bullet points):
- Proven experience as a Test Automation Engineer or a similar role
- Strong hands-on experience with Playwright for web automation
- Deep understanding of different testing types: E2E, API, UI, and unit testing principles
- Solid knowledge of web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, REST APIs)
- Experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines
- Excellent problem-solving skills and a keen eye for detail
- Strong interest or experience in using AI tools for software testing
- Good communication skills for effective collaboration
- How to prepare for the Interview?
- Review your experience with Playwright and be prepared to discuss your approach to web automation testing
- Brush up on your knowledge of different testing types (E2E, API, UI, unit) and testing principles
- Familiarize yourself with web technologies like HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and REST APIs
- Be ready to discuss your experience with integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines
- Prepare examples that showcase your problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Research AI tools for software testing and be ready to discuss their potential applications
- Practice communicating technical concepts clearly and concisely
- How to prepare the resume for this job description?
- Highlight your experience as a Test Automation Engineer or in a similar role
- Emphasize your hands-on experience with Playwright and other web automation tools
- Showcase your understanding of different testing types and principles
- Demonstrate your knowledge of web technologies like HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and REST APIs
- Mention your experience with integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines
- Provide examples that illustrate your problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Highlight any experience or interest in using AI tools for software testing
- Emphasize your strong communication and collaboration skills
- Links to prepare for the interview:
Remember, preparation is key to a successful interview. Familiarize yourself with the company, the role, and the required skills, and be ready to showcase your expertise and passion for the position.