Automation Engineer, CX (Playwright)

Overview

Automation Engineer responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of web applications through manual and automated end-to-end testing, including designing and maintaining scalable automation test suites.

What you'll do

• Conduct comprehensive end-to-end testing of web applications using both manual techniques and automated tools.
• Develop, enhance, and maintain automation frameworks using industry-standard tools and libraries.
• Integrate automated accessibility checks into CI/CD pipelines to enforce shift-left accessibility practices.
• Document findings with clear, actionable defect descriptions and supporting screenshots in the team's test management system (e.g., JIRA).
• Analyze information, troubleshoot issues, and reach sound conclusions within own area of technical expertise.
• Create and execute automated E2E test cases for web applications, including test data generation.
• Maintain and support automation infrastructure.
• Own and deliver tasks of low to medium complexity independently.
• Participate in training to continuously build technical and non-technical knowledge.
• Adhere to defined SDLC processes and QA best practices.

What you'll need

• B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science, Industrial Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in IT as an Automation QA Engineer.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience in UI automation testing.
• Proficiency with Playwright or equivalent UI testing tools.
• Strong programming skills in TypeScript, Java, or JavaScript.
• Experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins.
• Experience with defect management and tracking tools, preferably JIRA.
• Experience working in Agile development environments.
• Exposure to AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot, Claude Code, or equivalent.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong English proficiency.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of API validation using Postman or REST APIs.
• Familiarity with cloud services such as AWS.
• ISTQB Certified or equivalent certification.

Details

• Location: Pune, India.
• Work mode: NICE-FLEX hybrid model, 2 days working from the office and 3 days remote each week.
• Reporting into: Tech Manager, Engineering, CX.
• Role type: Individual Contributor.
• Requisition ID: 11946.