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Senior QA Engineer

Avast Software
Full-time
On-site
Prague, Czech Republic
Senior QA Engineer

We're more than just a company; we're a global leader in digital safety. With a strong commitment to ensuring that everyone can navigate the digital world securely, we unite the best minds and cutting-edge technology through our family of brands: Norton, Avast, MoneyLion, LifeLock, Avira, AVG, ReputationDefender, and CCleaner. Together, we protect over 500 million people worldwide. Our workplace is built on inclusivity, where your well-being is a top priority. We believe success comes from balance and authenticity. When you're thriving, you're unstoppable. So, bring your bold ideas and unstoppable drive, and join us in shaping the digital world. Ready to make an impact? Join #TeamGen.Β 

How We Work?Β 

Our hybrid work model (3 days in the office) gives us face-to-face time to have creative conversations, meaningful meetings, make quick decisions, and build relationships. At the same time, it offers flexibility you need to focus and do your best work.Β 

About the Browser TeamΒ 

We’re a diverse and innovative team, united by a shared passion for building a cutting-edge, AI-driven browser. Our backgrounds span from chefs and DJs to gamers and tech geeks, and many of us have been mastering the art of browser development for years. This blend of experience and creativity fuels our ability to move fast, stay nimble, and deliver professional-grade quality. We foster a strong team spirit and a high-performance culture. Collaboration, mutual respect, and shared goals drive us to consistently deliver our best while enjoying the journey together.Β 

Mission and GoalsΒ 

We’re looking for a Senior Software QA Engineer to contribute to the quality, reliability, and performance of our Web Browser on Windows and Mac. In this role, you’ll help shape testing strategies, support automation efforts, collaborate across teams, and promote a strong culture of quality throughout the organization.Β 

ObjectivesΒ 

  • Perform thorough manual testing to ensure product quality and support other testing efforts.Β 

  • Report, document, and clearly communicate findings and test results to the development team.Β 

  • Leverage AI-powered tools and techniques to enhance test coverage, detect anomalies, and optimize QA workflows.Β 

  • Provide a QA perspective early in the development lifecycle. Participate in product analysis and design discussions.Β 

  • Join planning and grooming meetings to align on priorities, clarify requirements, and estimate testing efforts.Β 

  • Identify opportunities for time-saving improvements in QA processes and contribute to their implementation.Β 

  • Execute automated test suites, analyze and report results, and ensure continuous feedback throughout the development process.Β 

  • Contribute to and maintain our Python-based test automation codebase and suggest potential areas for expanding automation coverage.Β 

  • Design and develop custom testing tools to support manual and automated testing efforts.Β 

  • Collaborate closely with international team members and cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality releases.Β 

  • Advocate for test automation best practices and help drive a culture of quality across the team.Β 

Skills Β 

  • Experience in QA area for at least 5 yearsΒ 

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skillsΒ 

  • Good knowledge of Python or another OOP language, ideally with experience in test automation frameworks (e.g. Python unittest, Selenium, Playwright)Β 

  • Proficiency in leveraging AI tools and automation to enhance testing efficiency and productivityΒ 

  • Experience in testing Windows apps and modern websitesΒ 

  • FamiliarityΒ with CI/CD tools (e.g. TeamCity, Jenkins) and Git version control systemΒ 

  • Solid understanding of various testing techniques (black box, white box, exploratory, regression, smoke, and integration testing)Β 

  • Strong knowledge of software development life cycleΒ 

  • Working knowledge of HTML, CSS, and browser developer toolsΒ 

  • Ability to work in an international teamΒ 

  • Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently; takes pride in delivering high-quality work and celebrates team successΒ 

  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal; active knowledge of English languageΒ 

What We Can OfferΒ 

  • Annual bonus schemeΒ 

  • Unlimited PTO (paid time off), flexible working hoursΒ 

  • The chance to join a major global tech company listed on the S&P 500Β 

  • Opportunity to learn and work with the best in the Digital Security industryΒ 

  • Cafeteria points are provided by Benefit Plus (meal plan, pension insurance, travel, free time activities, multisport card, and much more)Β 

  • Tuition reimbursement for job-related coursesΒ 

  • Learning & Development planΒ 

  • Sustainable home improvement bonusΒ 

  • Mac/Windows laptop and moreΒ 

Gen is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusivity. We base employment decisions on merit, experience, and business needs, without considering race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military or veteran status, or other unlawful factors. Gen prohibits discrimination based on these protected characteristics and recruits talented candidates from diverse backgrounds.

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We consider individuals with arrest and conviction records and do not discriminate against employees for discussing their own pay or that of other employees or applicants. Learn more about pay transparency.Β 

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To conform to U.S. export control regulations, applicant should be eligible for any required authorizations from the U.S. Government.