Lead Automation Engineer

Company Overview

At Bridgenext, we engineer Growth Operating Systems. Most enterprises have spent millions on their revenue stack and still aren't seeing the growth they expected.They have tools that function, but no system that wins. We help growth-hungry companies close that gap by turning fragmented platforms, siloed teams, and disconnected data into one integrated Growth OS. More than a technology company or marketing agency, we're a global digital consultancy with experts in engineering, data, AI, creative and more.

Our teams are made up of experts who believe in engineering impact, starting with putting people at the center of everything we do. Every team member directly shapes our work, culture, and values. Nothing matters more to us than a kind, respectful, fulfilling environment that supports everyone. Our flexible, inclusive culture gives you the autonomy, resources, and opportunities to thrive.

Position Description

We are seeing a Lead Automation Engineer with deep IT experience in test automation and QA leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Work as an embedded QA within the development team from early design through release
• Identify, log, and track defects clearly and precisely
• Develop and manage test data for a wide range of scenarios
• Perform both manual and automated testing to maintain product reliability and performance
• Collaborate closely with developers and stakeholders for early issue detection and resolution
• Coach team members on quality best practices
• Stay responsive and adaptable to changing project needs and timelines
• Drive continuous improvements in testing processes and product quality

Workplace: This is an onsite role in Green Bay, WI

Must Have Skills

• 10+ years of overall IT experience
• Coding experience in Java or Python
• Highly experienced with automation of API and web/mobile apps across platforms
• Web service automation experience
• Excellent handle on UI automation using Page Objects & Domain Driven design
• Relational database experience and NoSQL DB exposure
• Continuous integration experience with systems like Jenkins, Circle CI or Gitlab pipelines
• Good understanding of the latest trends in Automation and Continuous testing
• Experience with ticket tracking systems, Agile workflows and testing systems such as Jira
• Extensive knowledge in creating test plans for complex software and integration projects
• Familiar with the testing pyramid and how to achieve an ideal mix of testing granularity
• Review, Analyze & Document bugs/issues accurately and clearly

Preferred Skills

• Exposure to Transportation Management Systems (TMS) or logistics domain
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps QA integration
• Experience with incorporating Gherkin language and BDD into manifold automation framework
• Exposure to Springboot web services and basic understanding of Kubernetes
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology or related field

Professional Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Ability to identify and prioritize risk areas and focus on testing those areas
• Highly organized and detail-oriented team player that works well in collaborative situations
• Experience and desire to work in a Global Delivery Model
• Have a product development spirit while being resourceful, proactive and aggressive
• Lead the team and collaborate with development teams to advocate the test patterns and guide them
• Should be able to communicate & challenge status quo to help align client to test automation goals

Bridgenext is an Equal Opportunity Employer

US citizens and those authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply