[Remote] AI Testing & Delivery Automation Engineer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Branch is a leading provider of engagement and performance mobile SaaS solutions. They are seeking a senior AI Testing & Delivery Automation Engineer to define and scale testing practices across the organization, focusing on integrating testing into CI/CD and enabling engineering teams to own testing responsibilities.ResponsibilitiesOwn, design, and drive how testing is implemented across the system, including standards, coverage, and guardrails: what gets tested, where (API, service, UI), and how it is executedShape and evolve the testing stack end-to-end (Playwright, Karate, Pact, Postman, etc.), selecting and adapting tools based on what works best for our systemDefine the approach for creating, reviewing, executing, and maintaining test cases and test scripts, working closely with Engineering and ProductDrive adoption of AI-assisted testing (Claude Code, Windsurf, Copilot), using AI to generate test cases and scripts, support debugging and maintenance, and reduce manual effort at scaleWork hands-on with teams to get them started, helping define test cases, write initial tests, and ensure teams can continue independentlyBuild and own a scalable regression and smoke testing approach, including test library, reliability, and ongoing maintenanceOwn the integration of testing into CI/CD pipelines, defining guardrails for execution and deployment gatingWork with Engineering and Infrastructure teams to define, establish, and improve test environments, data, and stabilityContinuously improve test reliability, reduce flakiness, and drive clear processes for test results, debugging, and evolutionDefine and drive testing metrics (coverage, reliability, execution, failures) to measure quality and guide improvementsDrive adoption of testing standards across Engineering and Product, acting as the central point of coordination and champion for quality practices across teamsSkills7+ years of experience in software engineering, test automation, or quality engineeringStrong hands-on experience with test automation across multiple layers (API, service, UI)Experience building and scaling test frameworks and automation practices, not just writing testsStrong understanding of modern testing tools and approaches (Playwright, Karate, API/contract testing, etc.)Experience evaluating and adopting modern tools and frameworks based on system needsExperience integrating testing into CI/CD pipelines and working with modern development workflowsAbility to design testing strategies, define coverage, and establish standards across teamsHands-on coding experience and ability to write and review test code as neededExperience working closely with Engineering and Product teams in a cross-functional environmentStrong communication skills with the ability to drive alignment and adoption across teamsExperience improving test reliability, reducing flakiness, and maintaining long-term test qualityExperience adopting AI into QA practices, including using tools like Claude Code, Cursor, Windsurf, or Copilot to improve test creation, debugging, and maintenanceComfortable working in fast-moving environments and building processes from scratchBenefits10% annual bonus tied to company goalsPotential equity, which is available for qualifying positionsComprehensive benefits packageHealth and wellness programsPaid time offRetirement planning optionsBenefits for qualified employeesCompany OverviewBranch helps companies drive seamless mobile experiences through its linking infrastructure powering thousands of today's top brands. It was founded in 2014, and is headquartered in Palo Alto, California, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is https://branch.io.