Senior Quality Engineer (Playwright) – Bangalore, Pune, Hyderabad, Chennai

Experience: 5+ Years (with 3+ Years Relevant in Playwright and Automation Testing)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: Bangalore, Pune, Hyderabad, or Chennai, India

About the Role:
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Quality Engineer with deep expertise in Playwright and quality assurance practices to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in automation testing, end-to-end application testing, and quality strategy execution in agile environments at scale. If you are passionate about delivering high-quality digital products, driving continuous improvement, and collaborating with cross-functional teams, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact!

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using Playwright for end-to-end testing of web applications and RESTful services.
• Define and execute comprehensive automation test strategies, focusing on functional, integration, contract, performance, and load testing.
• Implement and maintain test automation frameworks using Playwright, TypeScript, and the PageObject pattern.
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines, preferably using GitLab CI.
• Perform API testing using Playwright’s API testing capabilities and implement request interception for mocking and stubbing.
• Monitor code quality using tools like SonarQube and ensure adherence to security best practices.
• Collaborate with development, DevOps, and architecture teams to ensure scalable and reliable software systems.
• Conduct performance testing using Gatling Cloud to identify and resolve bottlenecks.
• Promote software engineering practices such as Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) and Test-Driven Development (TDD).
• Mentor team members, provide coaching, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and quality.
• Document test strategies, processes, and results using Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence).
• Stay updated with the latest trends in quality assurance, automation tools, and cloud technologies.

Required Technical Skills:

• 5+ years of experience in quality engineering, with 3+ years of hands-on experience in Playwright and automation testing.
• Programming Languages: TypeScript and JavaScript.
• Test Automation Framework: Playwright (including built-in assertions and API testing).
• Framework Design: Proficiency in PageObject pattern.
• Tools and Technologies:
  • Package Manager: npm
  • Version Control: Git
  • Linting: ESLint
  • Test Runner: Playwright Test Runner
  • Code Security: SonarQube
• Experience with performance testing in Gatling Cloud.
• Strong expertise in end-to-end application testing (RESTful services, front-end applications, and automation).
• Deep understanding of automation test strategies, limitations, and testing lifecycle.
• Practical experience with cloud technologies, preferably AWS.
• Proficiency with Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence) and integrations.
• Strong knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, preferably GitLab CI.
• Familiarity with software engineering practices like BDD and TDD.
• Excellent problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills.
• Understanding of social and ethical implications of software engineering (e.g., ACM Code of Ethics).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with additional cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, GCP).
• Familiarity with other testing frameworks (e.g., Cypress, Selenium) or performance testing tools.
• Knowledge of advanced monitoring and observability tools (e.g., Datadog, New Relic).
• Experience with contract testing or service virtualization.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., ISTQB, AWS Certified Developer, or equivalent).
• Proven ability to coach and train teams in quality assurance and automation practices.

Comments:

• Immediate joiners preferred.
• Please include a link to your portfolio or GitHub profile showcasing relevant Playwright automation or testing projects.
• Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a technical assessment.

How to Apply:
Interested candidates are requested to submit their updated resume through the application form on our website, including the following details:

• Current CTC
• Expected CTC
• Notice Period
• Links to relevant projects or portfolio

Join our team and contribute to building high-quality, scalable digital products that delight our customers!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.