Automation Testing Engineer - Python

Qcentrio; Ernakulam; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Qcentrio in India is seeking a QA Automation Engineer with 4+ years of experience in Python automation to drive end-to-end UI testing for web and mobile apps using Playwright and Python.

You will design robust automation frameworks, champion customer feedback, and collaborate with QA, Apollo and DevX teams to ensure high test quality and timely releases.

Qualifications

• 4+ yrs experience in Python Automation
• Experience with Playwright and Python
• Design automation frameworks from scratch or work on existing ones
• Understanding of Sprint ceremonies
• Experience with CI (Jenkins) is a plus
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

• Automate end-to-end UI tests for web and mobile apps using Playwright and Python.
• Gather customer feedback post-launch and relay insights to development teams.
• Maintain and enhance Playwright-based automation frameworks and regression tests.
• Collaborate with QA, Apollo, and DevX teams to ensure release quality.
• Improve test framework for speed, reliability, and reporting.
• Report progress and risks to QE Manager.

Skills

Python

Automation testing

JavaScript

Tools

Playwright

Selenium

Jenkins

Job description

Experience : 4+ yrs experience in Python Automation

Notice Period : Immediate - 15 days

Technical Skill : Python Automation, Javascript, Selenium, Playwright

Role and Responsibilities

• 5 to 7 years of testing experience automating end-to-end UI tests for web and mobile applications using Playwright & Python.
• Actively gather and champion customer feedback post-launch and relay actionable insights to development teams.
• Background in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent hands-on training/work experience in automation.
• Proficient in testing consumer-centric web and mobile apps with a keen sense of product quality and usability.
• Ensure consistent user experience across platforms by leveraging Playwright's cross-browser capabilities.
• Skilled in designing effective test plans and writing clear, informative bug reports using tools like Jira.
• Self-motivated to enhance app performance and user experience beyond the scope of the original specification.
• Familiarity with Jira and similar bug tracking/reporting tools for managing QA workflows.
• Maintain and enhance performance Testing-based Playwright automation frameworks; fix failing, flaky, or disabled tests.
• Add and maintain new automated regression tests in the Playwright suite for continuous test coverage.
• Collaborate with QA, Apollo, and DevX teams to ensure high test quality and alignment with release goals.
• Continuously improve the test automation framework for increased reliability, execution speed, and clear reporting.
• Maintain and execute automated beta test regression suites; review and update failing test cases.
• Regularly report feature and test progress to the QE Manager, highlighting risks and areas of improvement.

Required Skills

• Strong experience in automation testing using Playwright along with Python.
• Strong experience in Playwright is must.
• Hands-on experience in designing automation frameworks from scratch or working on an existing one.
• Thorough understanding of Sprint Planning, Sprint Execution, Sprint Review, and Sprint Retro.
• Should be responsible to drive sprints or release to closure.
• Experience in continuous integration (CI) with Jenkins would be a huge advantage.
• Good communication, interpersonal, presentation, and problem-solving skills.