Automation Test Engineer JavaScript or TypeScript & Playwright

Epam Systems; Hyderabad; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Epam Systems in Hyderabad, India seeks an experienced Automation Test Engineer to design, develop, and maintain scalable automation frameworks for UI and API testing. You will work with JavaScript, TypeScript, Playwright, and Node.js to deliver high-quality software.

The role emphasizes building robust automation strategies, implementing BDD with CucumberJS/MochaJS, and integrating tests into CI/CD pipelines while maintaining clean, reusable code.

Qualifications

• Proficient in JavaScript/TypeScript and Playwright.
• Experience building scalable automation frameworks.
• REST API automation using Node.js libraries (Axios/Supertest).

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain UI automation scripts with Playwright/Cypress/WebdriverIO.
• Build and enhance automation frameworks using JavaScript/TypeScript and Node.js.
• Automate REST APIs using Axios or Supertest.
• Apply design patterns and automation best practices.
• Implement BDD with CucumberJS or MochaJS.
• Manage parallel test execution and CI/CD integration.
• Review code and maintain clean, reusable automation scripts.

Skills

JavaScript ES6+

TypeScript

Data structures

OOP & design patterns

Tools

Playwright

Cypress

WebdriverIO

Axios

Supertest

CucumberJS

MochaJS

Job description

Job Title: Automation Test Engineer
Experience: 7-15
Required Skills: JavaScript, TypeScript, Playwright, Node.js, REST API Automation

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Automation Test Engineer with strong hands-on expertise in JavaScript, TypeScript, Playwright, and Node.js. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable automation frameworks for UI and API testing, ensuring high-quality software delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain UI automation scripts using Playwright, Cypress, or WebdriverIO.
• Build and enhance automation frameworks using JavaScript, TypeScript, and Node.js.
• Perform REST API automation using Axios, Supertest, or similar libraries.
• Apply object-oriented programming (OOP), design patterns, and automation best practices.
• Implement BDD-based automation using CucumberJS, MochaJS, or similar frameworks.
• Manage parallel test execution, test suites, and execution reports.
• Integrate automated test suites into CI/CD pipelines.
• Perform code reviews and maintain clean, reusable, and maintainable code.
• Use linters and source code management tools to maintain code quality.
• Define and implement effective test strategies and automation approaches.

Mandatory Skills

• Strong programming experience in JavaScript (ES6+) and TypeScript.
• Hands-on experience with Playwright for UI automation testing.
• Experience in REST API automation using Node.js libraries such as Axios or Supertest.
• Strong knowledge of data structures, including strings, arrays, and JavaScript objects.
• Experience designing and developing scalable automation frameworks.

Technical Skills

• Programming: JavaScript ES6+, TypeScript, Node.js
• UI Automation: Playwright, Cypress, WebdriverIO
• API Automation: REST APIs, Axios, Supertest
• BDD/Test Frameworks: CucumberJS, MochaJS
• Design Patterns: Singleton, Factory, Builder, Decorator, Composite
• Code Quality: Code reviews, clean code, linters
• CI/CD: Continuous integration and automated test execution
• Test Execution: Parallel execution and test suite management

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of software testing methodologies and automation best practices.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with development, QA, and DevOps teams.