Quality Engineer Automation Architect - Retail Media Network
Quality Engineer Automation Architect - Retail Media Network The QE Automation Architect for Retail Media Network (RMN) will lead the design and implementation of scalable, intelligent test automation frameworks across Best Buy's retail media platforms. This role will focus on enabling high-quality, high-velocity software delivery through modern automation tools, service virtualization, and seamless integration with DevOps pipelines. This role is hybrid, which means you will work some days at our corporate office in Richfield, Minnesota, and some days virtually from home or another non-Best Buy location. The specific work arrangements vary by role and team. The recruiter or hiring manager will provide more details during the hiring process. What You'll Do • Architect and implement robust test automation frameworks using Selenium, Cypress, and Tosca to support UI, API, and end-to-end testing across RMN platforms • Drive intelligent automation strategies that integrate with CI/CD pipelines and support shift-left testing • Leverage service virtualization tools (e.g., Tricentis Virtualize, WireMock, Parasoft) to simulate complex third-party and internal system dependencies • Collaborate with engineering, product, and DevOps teams to embed quality engineering practices throughout the SDLC • Define and enforce test automation standards, reusable libraries, and best practices across squads • Integrate automated tests into DevOps pipelines using tools like GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or Azure DevOps to enable continuous testing and faster feedback loops • Mentor QE engineers and enable automation maturity across distributed teams Basic Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related technical field • 5 years of experience in test automation or quality engineering • 3 years of hands on experience with Selenium, Cypress, and/or Tosca for test automation • 2 years of experience with service virtualization tools and techniques • 2 years of experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps • 1 year of experience with cloud platforms (AWS and/or GCP) and containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes) • Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and test lifecycle management Preferred Qualifications • 7+ years of experience in quality engineering or test automation • 1 year of experience working in Retail Media Networks, AdTech, or MarTech platforms (preferred but not required) • 1 year of experience with campaign execution, audience segmentation, ad serving, or attribution systems • 1 year of experience with test data management, synthetic monitoring, and test environment orchestration • Proven ability to lead quality transformation initiatives across distributed teams What's In It For You We're committed to helping our people thrive at work and at home. We offer generous benefits that address your total well-being and provide support as you need it, especially during key moments in your life. Our benefits include: • Competitive pay • Generous employee discount • Physical and mental well-being support About Us As part of the Best Buy team, you'll help us fulfill our purpose to enrich lives through technology. We bring that to life every day by humanizing and personalizing tech solutions for every stage of lifein our stores, online, and in customers' homes. Our culture is built on deeply supporting and valuing our amazing employees who make it all possible. We're committed to being a great place to work, where you can unlock unique career possibilities. Above all, we aim to provide a place where you can bring your full, authentic self to work now and into the future. Tomorrow works here. Best Buy is an equal opportunity employer. Apply tot his job