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By integrating cutting-edge AI tools like Claude Code and Devin, we’ve already boosted our test design efficiency by 30% and significantly reduced reliance on single individuals. Now, we’re ready to accelerate even further by building an end-to-end (E2E) automated testing framework using Playwright.\nWe are looking for a Lead QA Engineer to steer this exciting kickoff phase. In this role, you’ll not only shape our QA strategy from the ground up, but you'll also have the opportunity to drive technical quality across our entire engineering organization!\nAbout the QA Team\nLocation: Niigata Branch (Engineering Department)\nTeam Structure: 1 Engineering Manager + 2 Members (as of April 2026)\nWork Environment: Based out of our Niigata office, we work closely every day with our Tokyo engineering team (~20 members) via Slack and Google Meet. 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