Senior Automation Engineer

Careers at realfast.At realfast.ai, we deliver superhuman quality at superhuman speed. We're building the first truly AI-native Salesforce implementation partner - not by replacing humans, but by amplifying what makes them exceptional.Our Exo platform automates tedious work like unit testing and configuration management, giving developers 15-20 hours back per week for high-value work. We only hire the best: developers who can leverage AI to focus on architecture, strategy, and complex problem-solving while shipping production-grade solutions faster than traditional consulting firms.We're backed by PeakXV Partners (formerly Sequoia India & SEA) and RTP Global, and we're transforming how enterprise Salesforce implementations get built.Here's what we're looking forA quality-obsessed automation engineer who can build robust test automation like hell but also understands what makes businesses tick.You'll work directly with the founders and platform teams, building comprehensive QA automation across web, API, and AI systems while creating productivity tools that enable both our engineering and services teams. This isn't about writing test scripts in isolation it's about building automation platforms that ensure quality at scale and move the needle on metrics that customers actually care about.What you'll doBuild automation frameworks from the ground up for web, API, CLI, and AI system testingDesign and implement QA automation for our SaaS products (Exo Help, Exo Code) and platform infrastructureCreate AI testing infrastructure including eval suites, prompt testing scenarios, and non-deterministic system validationBuild QA productivity tools that help Salesforce QA teams work more efficiently within the Salesforce ecosystemWrite functional test suites covering API endpoints, web interfaces, and backend servicesPrototype and ideate automation solutions that enhance developer and QA productivityCollaborate across teams - you'll work closely with platform engineers, AI engineers, and services teamsChampion quality by establishing automation best practices and testing standardsHave the freedom to explore new automation technologies and AI testing patterns that might lead to our next breakthroughWhat you'll bring5-8 years of hands-on automation experience building and maintaining test automation frameworksWeb automation mastery - expert with Playwright, Selenium, Cypress, or similar modern frameworksAPI testing expertise - deep experience automating REST/GraphQL APIs and building comprehensive test suitesStrong programming skills (Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, or similar) - you write maintainable, production-quality test codeFramework architecture - you've built test automation frameworks from scratch, not just written scriptsCI/CD integration - experience integrating automation into deployment pipelines (GitHub Actions, Jenkins, CircleCI)AI system testing - experience or strong interest in testing AI/ML systems, writing eval suites, prompt testingMultiple test layers - experience across unit, integration, e2e, API, and web UI testingTest design patterns - solid understanding of testing pyramids, Page Object Model, and quality metricsSalesforce ecosystem familiarity - knowledge of Salesforce testing tools and QA workflows (good to have)Cross-functional collaboration - comfortable working with developers, AI engineers, and business stakeholdersQuality advocacy - can articulate the value of automation and testing to any audienceSelf-starter mentality - thrives in ambiguous environments without detailed specificationsPlatform thinking - natural inclination toward building reusable automation solutionsContinuous learner - avid reader who stays current with automation and AI testing trendsThis role is for you ifYou're a quality champion who loves building automation that catches bugs before customers see themYou're excited about AI testing challenges - evaluating prompts, testing non-deterministic systems, building eval infrastructureYou want to build automation platforms that enable teams to ship faster with confidenceYou're interested in the business impact of quality automation, not just test coverage numbersYou want to wear multiple hats - automation architect, framework builder, productivity tool creator, quality advocateYou thrive in 0-1 environments where you can build automation practices from the ground upYou can quickly prove value through automation that prevents production issuesYou're comfortable with rapid changes in technology stack and testing requirementsThis role is NOT for you ifYou want a strictly defined role with clear boundaries between QA, automation, and developmentYou need detailed test cases written for you before you can automateYou need extensive guidance and structure to identify what should be testedYou're looking for a purely manual testing position without building automationYou prefer to specialize deeply in one testing tool rather than being versatile across the stackYou're uncomfortable with rapid changes in direction and technology choicesYou prefer maintaining existing test suites over building new automation frameworks from scratchYou want to manage people (this is a senior IC role, we need your hands on the code)Recruitment process & guidelinesPlease follow the instructions carefully to increase your chances of successfully interviewing for this position. While we understand that its difficult for ones experience to match 100% of the role requirements, we want you to understand the role requirements well and apply only if you have a good chance of doing well on the job.Application: Read this JD well and fill your application here by explaining the following questionsPost screening there will be 2 rounds.Additional detailsWork mode: Hybrid, mostly remote with flexibility when requiredTravel: Nil to minimalKnow more about www.realfast.aiYourstory: How realfast.ai is helping IT services industry cut delivery timesaim: This AI Startup is an Iron Man Suit for the IT Guys