QA Automation - Web (m/f/d)

Showcify, Inc.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Halian Group is seeking an experienced QA Automation Engineer - Web to design, build, and maintain scalable test automation frameworks in a modern technology-driven environment. The role emphasizes automation, API testing, and continuous testing within CI/CD pipelines, collaborating with Product, Engineering, and DevOps teams.

The ideal candidate has strong expertise in QA Automation, Playwright, TypeScript, API Testing, CI/CD, and Test Framework Development, with a track record of delivering

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in Quality Assurance with a strong focus on web automation testing.
• Proven expertise in: QA Automation, Web Application Testing, API Testing, Test Framework Development, Defect Management.
• Strong hands-on experience with: Playwright, TypeScript, JavaScript.
• Experience building automation frameworks from scratch.
• Strong understanding of Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC).
• Experience in test planning, test case design, and defect lifecycle management.
• Hands-on experience with REST API testing and automation.
• Familiarity with API testing tools and frameworks such as Postman, Rest Assured, Playwright API Testing.
• Strong understanding of automation design patterns including Page Object Model (POM).
• Experience integrating automated testing into CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage deliverables with minimal supervision.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience collaborating within cross-functional Agile teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable web automation frameworks using Playwright and TypeScript.
• Create and execute comprehensive test plans, test cases, and automated test scripts.
• Build and maintain API automation solutions for functional, integration, and regression testing.
• Take end-to-end ownership of test automation activities for assigned products and features.
• Collaborate with Product Owners, Developers, DevOps Engineers, and business stakeholders to define quality strategies and acceptance criteria.
• Partner with UAT teams to support test planning, execution, and validation activities.
• Integrate automation suites into CI/CD pipelines to enable continuous testing and faster release cycles.
• Identify, document, prioritize, and track defects throughout the defect lifecycle.
• Perform root cause analysis and work closely with development teams to resolve quality issues.
• Generate test execution reports, dashboards, and quality metrics for stakeholder visibility.
• Ensure adherence to QA standards, testing methodologies, and best practices.
• Continuously improve automation frameworks, test coverage, and quality processes.
• Support quality engineering initiatives and contribute to testing strategy discussions.

Skills

QA Automation

Playwright

TypeScript

API Testing

CI/CD

Test Framework Development

Web Application Testing

Rest API Testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related

Master's degree advantageous

Tools

GitHub Actions

Jenkins

Azure DevOps

Postman

REST Assured

K6

Job description

QA Automation Engineer - Web

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced QA Automation Engineer - Web to support the delivery of high-quality, secure, and scalable digital solutions within a modern technology-driven environment.

This role will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining robust test automation frameworks while ensuring comprehensive quality assurance practices across the software development lifecycle. The successful candidate will play a key role in enhancing software quality through automation, API testing, defect management, and continuous testing within CI/CD pipelines.

The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in QA Automation, Playwright, TypeScript, API Testing, CI/CD, and Test Framework Development, with experience working closely with Product, Engineering, DevOps, and business stakeholders to deliver reliable digital experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable web automation frameworks using Playwright and TypeScript.
• Create and execute comprehensive test plans, test cases, and automated test scripts.
• Build and maintain API automation solutions for functional, integration, and regression testing.
• Take end-to-end ownership of test automation activities for assigned products and features.
• Collaborate with Product Owners, Developers, DevOps Engineers, and business stakeholders to define quality strategies and acceptance criteria.
• Partner with UAT teams to support test planning, execution, and validation activities.
• Integrate automation suites into CI/CD pipelines to enable continuous testing and faster release cycles.
• Identify, document, prioritize, and track defects throughout the defect lifecycle.
• Perform root cause analysis and work closely with development teams to resolve quality issues.
• Generate test execution reports, dashboards, and quality metrics for stakeholder visibility.
• Ensure adherence to QA standards, testing methodologies, and best practices.
• Continuously improve automation frameworks, test coverage, and quality processes.
• Support quality engineering initiatives and contribute to testing strategy discussions.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in Quality Assurance with a strong focus on web automation testing.

• Proven expertise in:

  • QA Automation
  • Web Application Testing
  • API Testing
  • Test Framework Development
  • Defect Management

• Strong hands-on experience with:

  • Playwright
  • TypeScript
  • JavaScript

• Experience building automation frameworks from scratch.

• Strong understanding of Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC).

• Experience in test planning, test case design, and defect lifecycle management.

• Hands-on experience with REST API testing and automation.

• Familiarity with API testing tools and frameworks such as:

  • Postman
  • Rest Assured
  • Playwright API Testing

• Strong understanding of automation design patterns including Page Object Model (POM).

• Experience integrating automated testing into CI/CD pipelines.

• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage deliverables with minimal supervision.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Experience collaborating within cross-functional Agile teams.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Experience with CI/CD platforms such as:

  • GitHub Actions
  • Jenkins
  • Azure DevOps

• Exposure to performance testing tools including:

  • K6
  • JMeter
  • Gatling

• Experience within Banking, FinTech, or Digital Transformation environments.

• Knowledge of modern software delivery and DevOps practices.

• Experience working within Agile and Scrum teams.

• Familiarity with cloud-based application testing environments.

• Strong focus on quality engineering and continuous improvement.

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
• Master's degree is advantageous.
• Relevant certifications in Software Testing, Automation Testing, Agile, or Cloud Technologies are considered a plus.

Halian Group

With over 28 years of experience, we have come to understand that innovation is the only way to provide agile, practical solutions that transform businesses and careers. Our resourcing and smart services help you to realise tomorrow's potential. Discover the amazing things possible when you bring the right people and the right technologies together.

At Halian, we recognise that diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are essential to building high-performing teams for our clients. We are committed to connecting organisations with top talent from all backgrounds, ensuring that every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives.

We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, or any other characteristic that makes them unique.