QA Automation Engineer

Disclaimer: Working at Ampa is a rare chance to help transform global mental health and save millions of lives — a level of impact that demands deep commitment. Our team puts in 60–80 hours per week because the Mission calls for it, and we relish the chance to do work this meaningful. It's not for most people :)

Role Overview: We're seeking a QA Automation Engineer to lead and scale test automation for our clinical software platform, which spans Android, web, and backend systems. You'll develop robust automated test suites that ensure our medical devices, mobile apps, and data systems are safe, stable, and ready for deployment in clinical environments. Your work will directly impact patient safety and clinician trust — and will help us scale faster with confidence. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, loves catching edge cases before they happen, and takes pride in building systems that elevate engineering quality across the team. Tech Stack Platforms: Android (React Native), Web (React), Backend (Python)

Tools: Appium, Selenium, Detox, Jest, Postman, Pytest, Playwright CI/CD: GitHub Actions Cloud: AWS Test Management: TestRail, Jira Key Responsibilities Automation Development: Build and maintain end-to-end test suites for mobile and web apps using tools like Appium, Selenium, or Detox Regression & Smoke Testing: Implement automated regression tests that run pre-release and post-deployCI/CD Integration: Ensure tests are seamlessly integrated into GitHub Actions or Bitrise pipelines Test Strategy: Define test coverage goals, write test plans, and ensure traceability to requirements Device Testing: Validate hardware/software integration in real-world tablet + stimulator test environments Collaboration: Work closely with engineers and product managers to clarify expected behavior and catch issues early Manual QA Support: Occasionally perform targeted manual testing to validate edge cases or hard-to-automate flows What We're Looking For Mission Obsessed: Passionate about eradicating depression. Driven: Highly motivated and resilient. Effective: Learns fast, adapts quickly, and consistently delivers results. Automation Experience: 3–5+ years in QA automation with a strong focus on mobile (preferably Android) and web applications Tool Proficiency: Comfortable with frameworks like Appium, Selenium, Detox, or equivalent Process-Oriented: You think in terms of test plans, coverage, and reproducibility Why Join Ampa? Impact: Lead the development of transformative mental health technologies. Growth: Thrive in a startup environment with rapid innovation. Stability: Enjoy startup benefits with a secure product line. Ownership: Receive substantial equity as an early team member. Logistics Work Mode: In-person Locations: Bay Area Compensation: $100K – $160K 0.2% – 0.8%Equity Employment: Permanent Visa Sponsorship: Will sponsor TN visa or equivalent. No H1B.