Automation QA Engineer

Whalo Games is a mobile gaming company based in Tel Aviv. We develop top of the line mobile games that our players will enjoy for years.We combine creativity, data, and technology to build social gaming experiences that millions of players love. This is a great opportunity to play a key role in scaling Fish of Fortune!We move fast, think big, and care deeply about the people who build our products. Our teams thrive on curiosity, collaboration, and the excitement of turning great ideas into real impact.Job ResponsibilitiesBuild and maintain automated testing frameworks and pipelines for Node.js backend services, fully integrated into CI/CD and release processes.Lead the transition from manual to automated testing, writing and maintaining API, integration, regression, and end-to-end tests with high coverage and reliability.Work closely with Backend, Product teams to define test strategies, quality standards, and ensure system testability.Own backend quality by tracking defects, maintaining test environments and data, monitoring test results, and continuously improving testing tools and processes.Required Qualifications3+ years of experience in the field of Automation Backend EngineerStrong experience with backend test automation, preferably for Node.js–based services.Hands-on experience writing automated tests for RESTful APIs (integration, regression, and end-to-end).Strong background in Manual Backend Testing (2+ years) prior to transitioning to Automation. Deep understanding of STLC, STP/STD creation, and edge-case analysis.Proficiency with JavaScript / TypeScript.Experience working with test automation frameworks and tools (e.g., Jest, Mocha, Chai, Playwright, Cypress, or similar).Experience with frameworks such as Playwright or similarFamiliarity with CI/CD pipelines and integrating automated tests into build and deployment workflows.Solid understanding of backend architectures, microservices, and distributed systems.Experience with databases (SQL and/or NoSQL) and validating data integrity.Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team.High attention to detail with a strong sense of ownership and quality responsibility.Why WhaloImpact: You’ll shape the technology that powers experiences enjoyed by millions of players.Innovation: Join a company that encourages experimentation and creative problem solving.People-first culture: We believe the best products are built by teams that love working together.