Automation Testing Engineer - Python

Qcentrio; Kanpur; On-site; INR 1,400,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Qcentrio in Kanpur, India, seeks an experienced QA Automation Engineer to drive end-to-end UI testing for web and mobile apps using Playwright and Python. You will design robust test plans, maintain Playwright-based frameworks, and ensure cross-browser reliability.

Collaborate with QA, DevX, and product teams to relay actionable insights, write clear bug reports in Jira, and elevate product quality and user experience. Immediate, full-time role.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of testing experience automating end-to-end UI tests for web and mobile apps with Playwright & Python.
• Gather and relay customer feedback post-launch to development teams.
• Background in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent hands-on automation experience.
• Tests consumer-centric web and mobile apps with emphasis on quality and usability.
• Ensure cross-browser consistency using Playwright.
• Design effective test plans and write clear bug reports in Jira.
• Maintain and enhance Playwright automation frameworks and fix flaky tests.
• Add regression tests in Playwright for continuous coverage.
• Collaborate with QA, Apollo, and DevX teams to align with release goals.
• Improve test framework reliability and execution speed.
• Regularly report progress and risks to the QE Manager.

Responsibilities

• Automate end-to-end UI tests for web and mobile apps using Playwright & Python.
• Design, implement, and maintain automated test suites and frameworks.
• Report defects clearly in Jira and track resolutions.
• Collaborate with QA, DevX, and product teams to ensure quality.
• Continuously improve test coverage and execution efficiency.

Skills

Playwright

Python

UI testing

Automation framework

Cross-browser testing

Selenium

Jira

CI/CD

Regression tests

Education

CS/Engineering background

Tools

Playwright

Jira

Jenkins

Job description

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