QA Automation Engineer

QA Automation Engineer – Intrepid

Job Overview

Intrepid Travel is seeking a talented QA Automation Engineer to join its Global Technology team in Colombo, Sri Lanka. This full-time permanent role focuses on ensuring the reliability, performance, and scalability of Intrepid’s API platform through automated testing, performance testing, and continuous quality improvements.

Position Details

Job Title: QA Automation Engineer
Company: Intrepid Travel
Employment Type: Permanent | Full-Time
Work Location: Colombo, Sri Lanka (Hybrid)
Job Category: Software Engineering, Quality Assurance, Test Automation

About Intrepid Travel

Intrepid Travel is one of the world’s leading adventure travel companies, operating in over 100 countries for more than 35 years. As a certified B Corporation, Intrepid is committed to creating meaningful travel experiences while maintaining high standards of sustainability, diversity, and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute automated API test suites.
• Ensure the reliability, performance, and scalability of the API platform.
• Identify, investigate, and resolve software defects.
• Develop and maintain automated test scripts.
• Perform performance and load testing.
• Support release readiness with comprehensive testing insights.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve software quality.
• Contribute to continuous improvements in automation frameworks and testing processes.

Candidate Requirements

Applicants should possess:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in software test automation.
• Hands-on experience with automation tools such as:
  • Selenium WebDriver
  • Cypress
  • Playwright
  • TestNG
• Experience with performance testing tools such as:
  • JMeter
  • K6
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools, including:
  • Azure DevOps
  • GitHub Actions
• Experience with test management platforms such as Jira.
• Knowledge of API testing (preferred).
• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with global teams across multiple time zones.

Required Skills

• Test Automation
• API Testing
• Selenium WebDriver
• Cypress
• Playwright
• TestNG
• JMeter
• K6
• CI/CD Pipelines
• Azure DevOps
• GitHub Actions
• Jira
• Software Testing
• Performance Testing
• Defect Management
• Agile Development

Benefits

• Hybrid working environment.
• Flexible work-from-home options.
• Work from anywhere for up to 4 weeks per year.
• One free Intrepid trip every year plus additional leave.
• Professional development and e-learning opportunities.
• Global career advancement opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (24/7 support).
• 20 hours of paid volunteer leave annually.
• Inclusive and diverse workplace recognized as a Great Place to Work.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted through the Intrepid Travel careers website.

Important Notes

• This is a hybrid, full-time permanent position based in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
• Experience in API automation and performance testing is highly desirable.
• Candidates with strong automation and CI/CD experience will have an advantage.
• Only applications submitted through the official careers portal will be considered.