Software Developer Engineer for Automation

Octal Philippines Inc. is seeking a Software Developer Engineer for Automation to join our dynamic team. This role focuses on developing and enhancing automation frameworks and infrastructure that support scalable and maintainable testing solutions. The position is software-development-centric, emphasizing creating robust automation tools rather than traditional manual testing.

In this role, you will collaborate closely with QA, DevOps, and development teams to design and implement automation solutions that improve efficiency and quality across our platforms. You will be responsible for building reusable libraries, integrating automation into CI/CD pipelines, and ensuring automation frameworks are modern and robust.

This is an exciting opportunity for experienced software engineers who want to pivot into automation development, apply best coding practices, and contribute to improving software quality delivery.

• Minimum 6 years of experience in software development
• Strong programming experience in Python, Java, or JavaScript
• Hands-on experience with test automation frameworks (e.g., UI, API, or performance testing)
• Solid understanding of software testing principles, including test design, test strategies, and quality practices
• Experience integrating automation into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI)
• Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, or cloud platforms is a plus
• Experience in building or maintaining automation frameworks is highly preferred
• Background in eCommerce or large-scale systems is a plus