QA Automation Engineer
Overview:
In this role, you will design and maintain scalable automation frameworks using Playwright with Java to enable robust web testing. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to define test strategies and drive quality across the product lifecycle. You will integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines and mentor others to raise automation maturity. This position offers remote flexibility and a chance to influence testing practices at scale. You will work in a fast-paced environment to deliver reliable, end-to-end automated verification and reporting. Compensation / Benefitsremote workequal opportunity employer
Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable automation frameworks using Playwright with JavaCreate, execute, and maintain automated test scripts for functional, regression, integration, and end-to-end testing of web applications
- Collaborate with developers, product owners, business analysts, and QA teams to define test strategies
- Develop reusable automation components and utilities to improve testing efficiency and coverage
- Integrate automated test suites into CI/CD pipelines and ensure seamless automated execution
- Perform API testing and validation using industry-standard tools and frameworks
- Review requirements and technical specs to identify test scenarios and automation opportunities
- Analyze test results, identify defects, and drive issue resolution with development teams
- Conduct code reviews and enforce automation best practices, coding standards, and quality processes
- Monitor automation execution, generate test reports, and provide status updates to stakeholders
- Mentor junior automation engineers and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
- Stay current with emerging automation technologies, testing trends, and industry best practices
Key requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field
- Strong hands-on experience in Java programming
- Extensive experience in test automation using Playwright with Java
- Experience designing and developing automation frameworks from scratch
- Understanding of software testing methodologies and QA principles
- Experience with API testing tools such as Postman, REST Assured, or similar
- Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or GitLab CIStrong knowledge of version control systems such as GitExperience working in Agile/Scrum environments
- Excellent analytical, debugging, and troubleshooting skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholderscollaborationanalytical thinkingcommunication
- Playwright with JavaJava programmingAPI testing (Postman, REST Assured)