IT automation has become a cornerstone of many industries because it streamlines customer service processes, eliminates any errors or defects a product may have. Therefore, high-quality products contain fewer errors and are delivered faster. A QA automation engineer designs automated tests to check the functionality of web and mobile applications, writes scripts, installs testing protocols, and provides effective test automation solutions.

Depending on the team size, its structure, clients’ needs, and objectives set, a QA automation engineer may have different roles. Below we will highlight the main ones.