Specialist Software Engineer -Test Automation Expert -Playwright

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using Playwright.
  
• Build and enhance automation frameworks using JavaScript or TypeScript.
  
• Automate functional, regression, smoke, and end -to -end test scenarios.
  
• Collaborate with developers, business analysts, and QA teams to understand requirements and define test strategies.
  
• Integrate automated test suites into CI/CD pipelines.
  
• Execute automated test suites, analyze results, and report defects.
  
• Debug test failures and work with development teams to resolve issues.
  
• Participate in sprint planning, requirement reviews, and test planning activities.
  
• Create and maintain test documentation, automation reports, and best practices.
  
• Continuously improve test coverage and automation efficiency.
  

Required Skills

• 3+ years of experience in software testing with strong automation expertise.
  
• Hands -on experience with Playwright for web application automation.
  
• Proficiency in JavaScript or TypeScript.
  
• Strong understanding of test automation frameworks and design patterns.
  
• Experience with API testing using Playwright or tools such as Postman.
  
• Knowledge of Git version control.
  
• Experience integrating automation with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or Azure DevOps.
  
• Good understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies.
  
• Strong analytical, debugging, and problem -solving skills.
  

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Page Object Model (POM) and data -driven testing.
  
• Knowledge of cross -browser and cross -platform testing.
  
• Familiarity with Docker and containerized test execution.
  
• Experience with SQL and database validation.
  
• Exposure to performance or accessibility testing is an advantage.
  
• Experience working with cloud -based testing platforms.
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  
• Relevant testing certifications (ISTQB or equivalent) are preferred.
  

Key Competencies

• Strong attention to detail.
  
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
  
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
  
• Strong ownership and commitment to quality.
  
• Continuous learning mindset and adaptability to new technologies.
  

Nice to Have

• Experience with BDD frameworks such as Cucumber.
  
• Knowledge of REST API automation.
  
• Experience testing microservices -based applications.
  
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
  
• Basic knowledge of performance testing tools such as JMeter.
  

This JD is suitable for a Mid -Level Automation Test Engineer (3–6 years) and can be adjusted for junior or senior roles by changing the experience level and technical expectations.