QA & Automation Engineer

This role is hybrid with 3 days in the office weekly (Cracow, Fabryczna).

The Basics Tanium QA Engineers test products built on the Tanium platform, working with developers and product managers to construct and execute test plans, build automation frameworks, and file detailed bug reports that keep quality high across every release.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test suites across UI, API, and integration layers using Python/pytest, Playwright, and REST API testing tools
• Champion a shift-left, automation-first approach , embed in engineering squads, write in-sprint automation, and ensure test coverage keeps pace with feature development
• Build and maintain automated regression pipelines in CI/CD environments , monitoring pipeline health, resolving flaky tests, and ensuring reliable signal to engineering teams
• Author and execute test plans and test cases covering functional, regression, integration, performance, and basic security testing scenarios
• Identify, document, and track defects using established defect management procedures , providing clear, reproducible bug reports and validating fixes with engineering
• Collaborate with software engineers and product managers throughout the development lifecycle , participating in design reviews, sprint planning, and code reviews to surface quality risks early
• Create and maintain QA documentation including test plans, test summary reports, and deployment checklists aligned with the team's QA strategy
• Share knowledge and best practices within the Krakow QA team, contributing to a culture of continuous quality improvement

Requirements

• Education - Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, IT or other relevant degree or equivalent experience
• Experience - 3–5 years of QA engineering experience with a strong focus on test automation in a B2B software or SaaS environment
• Proficiency in Python/Pytest for automation, or experience with any other programming languages
• Solid experience with REST API testing and integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or GitLab CI)
• Knowledge of testing best practices including the test automation pyramid, Page Object Model, Agile/Scrum development, and defect management tools (Jira, TestRail)
• Familiarity with non-functional testing (load, stress, performance) and basic security testing concepts (OWASP); ISTQB CTFL certification preferred
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills , able to write clear bug reports and collaborate effectively with global engineering teams

Nice to Have

• Experience with Playwright or Selenium for UI testing; familiarity with TypeScript or JavaScript is a plus
• Understanding of operating systems (Linux & Windows preferred); how they are installed and configured
• Experience with virtualization - VMware, Hyper-V, UTM, and similar
• Proficient with scripting languages - shell, Python, PowerShell, etc., and familiar with their use for streamlining day to day tasks
• Experience in using packet capture tools (Wireshark, tcpdump, etc)

Benefits

• Attractive remuneration and comprehensive benefits
• All full-time employees are eligible to receive restricted stock units
• A value-based, transparent culture that fosters collaboration and innovation
• Ability to work on complex and strategic global projects and initiatives
• Career development opportunities
• Health, vision and basic dental coverage
• Tanium paying 100% of the premium
• Life & Disability + Critical Illness benefits
• Tanium paying 100% of the premium
• Free food in the office (via Wolt application)
• Multisport & MyBenefit platform