What Does a Test Automation Engineer Do?
A test automation engineer writes and maintains the automated tests that run on every code change — UI, API and integration suites wired into CI. They design what is worth automating, keep tests fast and non-flaky, and give teams the confidence to release often.
It is the higher-leverage end of QA, blending testing judgement with real coding skill, and it is a common fully remote hire.
Key skills
- Test frameworks (Cypress, Playwright, Selenium)
- A programming language
- API testing
- CI/CD integration
- Debugging flaky tests
- Test strategy
Remote Test Automation Engineer salary
A remote Test Automation Engineer typically earns $80k – $150k per year (USD base salary). The range runs roughly from junior to senior — where you land depends on experience, region, and whether the employer pays by location or uses global pay.
For how remote pay is actually set, and how to negotiate it, read our remote salary guide and offer-negotiation guide.
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