Senior Automation Engineer - SDK Development

<div class="content-intro"><p>Arkose Labs is on a mission to create an online environment where all consumers are protected from spam and abuse. As a Fast Company 2025 Best Workplace for Innovators, we provide a proactive fraud deterrence platform, Arkose Titan, designed to neutralize modern attacks powered by Agentic AI and LLMs. By combining proprietary intelligence with dynamic friction, we undermine attacker ROI to protect global giants like Microsoft, Meta, and Roblox. Headquartered in San Mateo, CA, we maintain a global presence across APAC, Central and South America, and EMEA.</p></div><h2><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>What makes our team special</strong></span></h2> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">We develop native Mobile SDKs that allow developers to integrate sophisticated security measures with simple function calls. Our solutions leverage platform-specific capabilities to enhance fraud detection while maintaining a smooth user experience. Our SDKs serve over 1 million daily active users (DAU) across various B2C applications, and we maintain feature parity across platforms while optimizing for platform-specific advantages on iOS (including macOS and VisionOS), Android, React Native, and FireOS.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">As a small, highly-skilled team distributed across Pune, India and Brisbane, Australia, each team member has a significant impact on our product quality and the opportunity to drive innovation in mobile SDK testing and quality assurance. We're looking for an experienced Senior QA engineer who is passionate about ensuring the reliability, performance, and security of mobile solutions at scale.</span></p> <h2><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Role Overview</strong></span></h2> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">As a Senior QA Engineer, you will be the quality guardian for our multi-platform Mobile SDK suite. You'll design and implement comprehensive test automation strategies, balance manual and automated testing approaches, and ensure our SDKs meet the highest standards of quality before reaching over 1 million daily active users. This role requires deep understanding of mobile testing, SDK integration patterns, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with engineering teams across multiple time zones.</span></p> <h2><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></span></h2> <ul> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Design, develop, and maintain Appium-based test automation frameworks for iOS, Android, and React Native platforms</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Perform manual testing of Mobile SDK features across different integration scenarios, device configurations, and OS versions</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Integrate Mobile SDKs into sample iOS (Swift) and Android (Kotlin) applications to validate functionality and identify integration issues</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Build and maintain automated test suites for backend APIs</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Create and execute comprehensive test plans covering functional, regression, smoke, integration, performance, and load testing</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Develop structured test documentation demonstrating test coverage, approach, and results across all testing types</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Own QA sign-off process and coordinate release testing activities for all SDK releases across platforms</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Integrate test automation with GitHub CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions and runners</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Work closely with internal Customer Success teams and directly with end customers to investigate, reproduce, and resolve Mobile SDK integration issues, providing clear technical communication and timely resolutions.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Work closely with distributed engineering teams globally throughout the development lifecycle.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Drive continuous improvement in test coverage, automation efficiency, and overall SDK quality</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Establish and maintain quality metrics and testing best practices</span></li> </ul> <h2><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Qualifications</strong></span></h2> <h3><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Required</strong></span></h3> <ul> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">5+ years of experience in software quality assurance with balanced expertise in both test automation and manual testing</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Extensive hands-on experience with Appium for cross-platform mobile test automation</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Proficiency in at least one programming language for test automation</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Strong understanding of mobile application testing concepts, including device fragmentation, OS version compatibility, and platform-specific behaviors</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Experience with integrating test automation with CI/CD pipelines&nbsp;</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Experience with basic SQL queries</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Experience with mobile device farms and cloud-based testing platforms (BrowserStack, AWS Device Farm)</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Experience with TestRail or similar test management tools</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Experience with API testing and familiarity with RESTful API testing tools and frameworks</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Demonstrated ability to create structured test documentation with clear evidence of test coverage and results</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Understanding of mobile security concepts and testing approaches</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Strong analytical and debugging skills with attention to detail</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration with engineering teams and direct customer interaction</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Experience collaborating with Customer Success or Support teams on technical issue triage and resolution</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Experience working with distributed teams across different time zones</span></li> </ul> <h3><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Preferred</strong></span></h3> <ul> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Direct experience testing mobile SDKs or frameworks</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Experience with managing SDK releases</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Familiarity with multiple performance and load testing tools</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Knowledge of security testing principles and tools relevant to mobile applications</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Background in building testing frameworks from scratch</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Experience with automated reporting and quality metrics dashboards</span></li> </ul> <h4><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Why Arkose Labs?</strong></span></h4> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">At Arkose Labs, our technology-driven approach enables us to make a substantial impact in the industry, supported by a robust customer base consisting of global enterprise giants such as Microsoft, Roblox, and more. We’re not just a company; we’re a collaborative ecosystem where you will actively partner with these influential brands, tackling the most demanding technical challenges to safeguard hundreds of millions of users across the globe.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Why do top tech professionals choose Arkose Labs?</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Cutting-Edge Technology: Our high-efficacy solutions, backed by solid warranties, attract leading, global enterprise clients.Innovation and Excellence: We foster a culture that emphasizes technological innovation and the pursuit of excellence, ensuring a balanced and thriving work environment.Experienced Leadership: Guided by seasoned executives with deep tech expertise and a history of successful growth and equity events.Ideal Size: We’re structured to be agile and adaptable, large enough to provide stability, yet small enough to value your voice and ideas.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Join us in shaping the future of technology. At Arkose Labs, you’re not just an employee; you’re part of a visionary team driving global change</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">The most recognizable brands in the world select Arkose Labs, including Roblox, Microsoft, Adobe, Expedia, Snap and Meta.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">We value your unique contributions, perspectives, and experiences. Be part of a diverse and high-performing environment that prioritizes collaboration, excellence, and inclusion. We hire the best, focus on their professional development, and offer support for continuing education.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>We value:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>People:</strong> first and foremost they are our most valuable resource. Our people are independent thinkers who make data driven decisions and take ownership and accountability in all the things they do.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Team Work.</strong> We demonstrate respect, trust, integrity, and communicate openly with a positive can do attitude and constructively challenge one another</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Customer Focus</strong>. We empathize with our customers and obsess about solving their problems</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Execution </strong>with precision, professionalism and urgency</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Security</strong>. It’s the lens through which we implement our processes, procedures, and programs</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Benefits:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]" style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Compensation &amp; Financial</strong></span> <ul> <li class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]" style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Competitive salary &amp; equity</span></li> <li class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]" style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Provident Fund</span></li> <li class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]" style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Accidental insurance</span></li> </ul> </li> <li class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]" style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Health &amp; Wellness</strong></span> <ul> <li class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]" style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Family health insurance</span></li> <li class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]" style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Annual medical check-ups</span></li> <li class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]" style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Gym &amp; sports membership allowance</span></li> </ul> </li> <li class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]" style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Work-Life Balance</strong></span> <ul> <li class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]" style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Flexible working hours</span></li> <li class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]" style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Hybrid work (3 days in office, Pune)</span></li> <li class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]" style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Generous casual and earned leave, with rollover options</span></li> <li class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]" style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Compensatory days off when weekend or holiday work is required</span></li> </ul> </li> <li class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]" style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Family &amp; Life Events</strong></span> <ul> <li class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]" style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Generous paid maternity and paternity leave </span></li> <li class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]" style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Adoption leave</span></li> </ul> </li> <li class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]" style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Culture &amp; Office</strong></span> <ul> <li class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]" style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Beautiful office space with in-house pool &amp; TT tables</span></li> <li class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]" style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Office snacks</span></li> <li class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]" style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Frequent team outings &amp; potlucks</span></li> <li class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]" style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Sports &amp; fitness events</span></li> <li class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]" style="font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Hackathons</span></li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Arkose Labs is an Equal Opportunity Employer that makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, citizenship, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. In addition, Arkose Labs will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.</span></p>