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Principal AI Automation Engineer

TalentAlly
Boston, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/3/2026
Key Responsibilities

AI-Powered Test Automation (Primary Focus):

  • Design, build, and train machine learning models specifically to minimize test maintenance requirements and adapt to frequent application changes
  • Develop AI systems that can automatically detect and repair broken tests when application interfaces change
  • Create self-healing test frameworks that reduce manual maintenance intervention
  • Implement models that learn from historical test maintenance patterns to predict and prevent future breakages

Full-Stack Development For Testing Solutions

  • Leverage full-stack development expertise to build end-to-end testing solutions that seamlessly integrate with application code
  • Develop backend services that support AI model training, deployment, and continuous improvement
  • Create frontend interfaces for monitoring test health, maintenance needs, and cross-team visibility
  • Implement API layers that connect testing intelligence with CI/CD pipelines and development workflows

Cross-Team Leadership & Communication

  • Serve as a technical bridge between development and QA teams, with the credibility of full-stack expertise
  • Establish shared metrics and visibility tools that help both teams understand test health and maintenance needs
  • Design communication frameworks that translate development changes into testing implications automatically
  • Lead initiatives to integrate testing considerations earlier in the design process through AI-assisted analysis
  • Facilitate design decision discussions with data-driven insights on testability and maintenance implications

Basic Qualifications

Technical Expertise:

  • 8 years software architecture experience with full-stack development capabilities
  • 4 years focused on AI/ML applications, particularly in automation contexts
  • Deep expertise in machine learning frameworks with emphasis on models that reduce maintenance overhead
  • Proven experience training and deploying ML models that improve automation resilience
  • Strong proficiency in Playwright and modern test automation frameworks with focus on maintainability

Advanced Programming Skills In Full-stack Technologies Including

  • Frontend: JavaScript/TypeScript, React/Angular/Vue
  • Backend: Node.js, Python, Java or similar
  • Database: SQL and NoSQL solutions
  • Experience with self-healing test frameworks and intelligent test object recognition

AI/ML Specialization

  • Experience with ML approaches for pattern recognition in changing application interfaces
  • Knowledge of techniques for automated test repair and maintenance
  • Familiarity with models that can detect semantic equivalence despite structural changes
  • Understanding of MLOps practices for continuous model improvement in maintenance-heavy environments

Domain Knowledge

  • Extensive background in test maintenance challenges and solutions
  • Experience with test automation in environments with frequent UI/API changes
  • Strong understanding of design patterns that improve test resilience
  • Knowledge of communication frameworks that bridge technical teams

Preferred Qualifications

  • Advanced degree in Computer Science, AI/ML, or related field
  • Experience facilitating technical discussions between development and QA teams
  • Knowledge of visual testing and UI comparison algorithms
  • Experience with change impact analysis and automated test updating
  • Background in technical communication and cross-functional leadership

The pay range for this full-time position is a salary 113,500.00 160,000.00 USD annual. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target for a new hire in this position. The pay offered to the successful candidate will take into account internal equity, work location, and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that base pay is only one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This range allows for the successful candidate to have an opportunity to progress within the position and develop at our company. This base pay range does not take into account bonuses, equity, or other benefits which may be applicable and are dependent on the level and position offered.

What do we offer?

We provide competitive and comprehensive benefits to our employees. Below are some highlights of our benefits:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • Paid Time-Off
  • Parental Benefits
  • Compassionate Care Leave
  • 401k with Company Match
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Learn more about Revvity's benefits by visiting our Bswift page. Log-In instructions are provided towards the bottom of the Bswift page.

For benefit-eligible roles only. Part-time and temporary roles may not be eligible for all benefits listed. Please reach out to your recruiter for more information.

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We request Priority Protected Veteran & Disabled Referrals for all of our locations within the state.

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