Sr. QA Engineer (Manual + Automation)

Penbrothers is an HR & remote talent management partner and one of the fastest-growing companies in the Philippines. We provide talented Filipinos with global opportunities in high-growth startups and dynamic companies, from the comfort of their own homes.

About the Client

Our client is a premier digital agency specializing in creating high-impact digital solutions for businesses. They leverage cutting-edge technology, strategic insights, and creative expertise to drive digital transformation for our clients. Their goal is to be the go-to digital partner for all needs, now and in the future.

About the Role

What You'll Do

• Test completed work on staging for defects, inconsistencies, and usability issues


• Log bugs in Jira with clear reproduction steps and evidence


• Flag related side issues, not just task-specific defects


• Cross-browser and cross-device testing


• Re-verify fixes before client delivery

• Build and maintain E2E test suites in Playwright (TypeScript/JavaScript) — greenfield, built from scratch


• Automate regression tests for critical flows (booking, checkout, sign-in, forms)


• Integrate tests into CI/CD (GitHub Actions)


• Smoke tests for production releases; visual regression over time

• Send QA'd tickets to clients for testing with clear steps


• Clarify requirements via Jira ticket comments where needed

• Work in Jira within bi-weekly sprints


• Keep test plans and QA documentation up to date


• Collaborate with developers, designers, and project manager

What You Bring

• At least 4 years QA experience with strong manual testing of web applications


• Hands-on Playwright E2E automation experience (or strong Cypress/Selenium)


• Proficient in TypeScript or JavaScript for test scripts


• CI/CD test integration experience (GitHub Actions or similar)


• Clear written English for client-facing testing instructions


• Self-directed — able to establish processes, not just follow them

• Experience with Booking / e-commerce / payment flow testing


• API testing (Postman or automated)


• Visual regression tools


• Mobile app testing (React Native)


• Accessibility testing

Our Hiring Process

We utilize AI tools to enhance hiring efficiency and ensure a fair evaluation. Consequently, candidates will engage with an AI Interviewer, supervised by Human Talent Acquisition Experts who will support your entire application journey.

Our AI Expectations: While we encourage you to use AI for CV refinement and research, we require that all interviews and assessments be completed through your own authentic effort. The use of real-time AI assistance during interviews or to complete skills tests is strictly prohibited to ensure a fair and genuine evaluation of your capabilities.

What You’ll Get

At Penbrothers, we are obsessed with creating positive employee experiences. Here you’ll find an environment that nurtures learning and provides opportunities for growth. You’ll have the opportunity to make an impact on fast-growing startups and dynamic companies. 

·   Meaningful work & Growth: We take every opportunity to stretch ourselves and deliver an excellent client experience. 

·   Employee as our biggest asset: We are genuinely invested in our people’s career and welfare.

·   Global reach & local impact: Get to work with high-growth startups and dynamic companies from the comfort of your own home. 

·   Powering global startups: We’ve created 1,400 Filipino jobs that empower global start-ups to focus on growth.