Automation QA Engineer

Join us and build a streaming platform used by millions.

At Sky Czech Republic, we're building the tech backbone that powers some of the world's biggest streaming services. Ever heard of Peacock in the U.S., Showmax in Africa, or Sky Showtime in the Czech Republic? They all run on our global streaming platform—a kind of technological skeleton where each service plugs in its own content and branding. Our platform serves millions of users worldwide. Just to give you an idea—Peacock alone has 36 million users in the U.S.

Thousands of engineers globally are shaping this platform, and our Prague tech hub is a key part of that effort. But we don't just keep the engine running—we push the tech boundaries of what's possible, alongside teams from Lisbon, London, and New York. Here in Prague, we have teams specializing in frontend development (including mobile, TV, and web), backend development (Java), DevOps & Platform Engineering, AWS, and data science.

What is the plot?

As part of the QA team, you won't just validate critical components powering streaming for millions users - you'll help shape a robust, innovative testing framework that leaves no room for issues to slip through. Quality is deeply embedded in our culture, and your voice matters. You'll be fully integrated into the development lifecycle, driving excellence from day one.

What role will you play?

As a Automation QA Engineer, you'll ensure product quality by analyzing requirements, executing test phases, and reporting results. You'll contribute to both manual and automated testing across various types, collaborate with stakeholders, and represent QA in project meetings. Your proactive mindset and expertise will help drive improvements and evolve our testing practices.

Your daily tasks:

• Static analysis of user stories and requirements, and communicate any ambiguities and anomalies to the stakeholders.

• Create test documentation artifacts and conduct test phases according to the plan.

• Clear, accurate and timely reporting of test results.

• Collaborative communication with project stakeholders.

• Be proactive and willing to take on responsibility.

• Represent the QA team in project, progress, status meetings.

• Estimate testing efforts with reasonable accuracy, including contingency.

• Be a subject matter expert on the project and share knowledge throughout the team.

• Active contribution to automation and manual testing in various testing types - Component, Functional, Usability, Exploratory, Sanity, Regression, Integration and End to End Testing.

• Drive improvements throughout the team.

• Research test tools, methodologies, and trends as necessary to contribute to the evolution of existing practices and processes.

What skills do you need to play your role well?

• Industry experience and a successful track record in software testing.

• Attention to detail, an analytical mind and problem-solving aptitude.

• Strong understanding of testing methodologies, test practice and terminology and ability to apply them independently and collaboratively.

• Comfortable with practices like pair programming and code reviews.

• Understanding of Software Engineering practices (including SOLID principles, design patterns, TDD/BDD).

• Proficiency in Version Control (preferably with Git/Github), PR standards, best practices in maintaining code quality for automation scripts.

• Familiarity with CI/CD tools – and knowledge of best practices in configuration of builds for integration/execution.

• Intermediate knowledge in at least one third-generation programming language (such as Java/C#) AND/OR scripting language (such as JavaScript, Python).

• Intermediate knowledge in Test frameworks and runners JUnit, TestNG, Cucumber, Gherkin, Selenium/Appium or Cypress for automation testing.

• Knowledge of API testing, and an understanding of underpinning technologies (XML/JSON/REST/SOAP).

• Experience using Test management and issues logging tools such as JIRA, GitHub, QMetry or similar.

• Strong knowledge of Charles/Fiddler or other proxy tools.

• Excellent troubleshooting skills with the ability to analyze application and network logs.

• Understanding of Media Streaming Technologies is an advantage.:

• Including major Streaming Protocols (e.g. DASH/HLS),

• Digital Rights Management (DRM) solutions, such as WideVine, FairPlay.

• Experience working with Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.

• Experience in cloud computing solutions (preferably AWS) is a plus.

What can you expect in return?

• Global Impact: Work in an international environment on cutting-edge technology that scales globally.

• People-First Culture: We care about our people just as much as we care about the stability of our platform.

• Performance Bonuses: Earn an annual bonus based on your performance.

• Hybrid Work: Enjoy the best of both worlds with a mix of office and home working.

• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working hours to help you balance work and life.

• 25 days of holidays.

• 5 days of on-demand leave (sick days).

• 2 days of paid community volunteering leave.

• 1 day of paid leave for moving house.

• Wellbeing Allowance: 18,000 CZK per year to invest in your personal wellbeing.

• Fitness Perks: Get a fully covered Multisport card or a 950 CZK monthly contribution to a Benefit Card.

• Meal Allowance: 225 CZK per day to keep you fueled.

• Premium Life Insurance: Enjoy peace of mind with our premium life insurance scheme.

• Fun Perks: Free tickets to Universal Theme Parks.