Automation Testing Engineer - Python

Qcentrio; Mysuru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Qcentrio in India is seeking an experienced QA Automation Engineer to automate end-to-end UI tests for web and mobile applications using Playwright and Python.

You will actively gather and relay customer feedback post-launch, drive test plans, and ensure cross-browser consistency while collaborating with QA, Apollo, and DevX teams to achieve release goals. A background in CS or equivalent hands-on automation is essential.

Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years of testing experience automating end-to-end UI tests for web and mobile apps.
• Proficient with Playwright and Python.
• Experience gathering customer feedback post-launch and relaying insights to teams.
• Background in CS or Engineering or equivalent hands-on automation training.
• Strong focus on product quality and usability across web and mobile apps.
• Familiarity with Jira and bug tracking tools.
• Maintain and enhance Playwright automation frameworks and regression tests.
• Collaborate with QA, DevX and related teams to align testing with releases.

Responsibilities

• Automate end-to-end UI tests for web and mobile apps using Playwright and Python.
• Design effective test plans and write clear bug reports in Jira.
• Champion customer feedback post-launch and relay insights to development teams.
• Ensure cross-browser consistency and improve test framework reliability.
• Maintain regression suites and add new automated tests for coverage.
• Collaborate with QA, Apollo and DevX teams to meet release goals.

Skills

Automation testing

UI testing

End-to-end testing

QA collaboration

CI with Jenkins

Bug tracking with Jira

Tools

Playwright

Python

Selenium

JavaScript

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