Test Automation Engineer – Playwright & ReadyAPI

Pauwels Consulting; Brussel; Hybrid; EUR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Pauwels Consulting in Brussels is seeking an experienced Test Automation Engineer to support their digital transformation. You will verify software functionality at UI and API levels, and work closely with delivery teams.

The role requires 7+ years in software testing with UI and API automation, strong hands-on experience with Playwright, Groovy, TypeScript, ReadyAPI, and RESTful services. Agile mindset and fluent English, with Dutch or French as a plus, are essential.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of software testing experience focusing on UI and API automation.
• Strong hands-on experience with Playwright, Groovy, TypeScript, and ReadyAPI.
• Proficiency testing Java services, web services, REST APIs, and proxy services.

Responsibilities

• Review acceptance criteria to ensure testability of requirements.
• Set up and maintain automation frameworks using Playwright.
• Develop and execute automated test scripts for UI and API layers.
• Monitor bug tracking, follow-up issues, and deliver comprehensive test reports.
• Define test estimates and project plans in collaboration with the lead test manager.
• Contribute to continuous enhancement of testing methodologies and deliverables.

Skills

UI automation

API automation

Playwright

Groovy

TypeScript

REST APIs

Git

Agile

Communication

English

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Xray

ReadyAPI

Job description

Our client, a leading organization in the legal and professional services sector, is looking for a Test Automation Engineer to support their digital transformation. The role involves verifying software functionality on technical and functional levels while collaborating closely with delivery teams.

• Review acceptance criteria to ensure the testability of requirements.


• Set up and maintain automation frameworks using tools such as Playwright.


• Develop and execute automated test scripts for both UI and API layers.


• Monitor bug tracking, perform issue follow-up, and deliver comprehensive test reports.


• Define test estimates and project plans in collaboration with the lead test manager.


• Contribute to the continuous enhancement of testing methodologies and deliverables.

• You have 7+ years of experience in software testing with a focus on UI and API automation.


• You bring technical experience with Playwright, Groovy, TypeScript, and ReadyAPI.


• You possess proficiency in testing Java services, web services, REST APIs, and proxy services.


• You have knowledge of Git for version control.


• You're experienced in working within Agile environments.


• You're a proactive team player with strong analytical and communication skills.


• You are fluent in English with native-level proficiency in Dutch or French and a good understanding of the other (French or Dutch).

Nice to Haves

• Knowledge of Atlassian tools such as Jira, Confluence, and Xray.


• Familiarity with AI prompting in a quality assurance context.

• Start date: ASAP


• Duration: Until 31/12/2027


• Work regime: Full-time


• Location: Brussels


• Working model: Hybrid (2 days per week onsite, Friday mandatory)


• Contract: open to both permanent employees and freelancers