Lead I - Software Testing- Automation, Api, Playwright, Typescript

UST; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

UST is seeking a skilled QA Automation Engineer based in Hyderabad, India, with over 7 years of experience. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in API validation and Playwright automation using TypeScript.

The role involves collaborating with development and quality assurance teams, building and maintaining API validations, and ensuring successful deployments. Key skills include hands-on experience with REST APIs, JSON, and familiarity with agile methodologies.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in QA Automation or Software Engineering.
• Strong hands-on experience with Playwright and TypeScript.
• Experience with REST APIs and JSON protocols.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain API validations using TypeScript and Playwright.
• Validate API behavior and perform parity testing.
• Collaborate with Dev and QA teams for defect resolution.

Skills

API validation

Playwright

TypeScript

REST APIs

Agile/Scrum

Tools

webMethods

MuleSoft

Job description

Job Description

QA Automation Engineer API, Playwright, TypeScript

Experience Required: 7+ Years

Role Overview

We are looking for a skilled QA Automation Engineer with strong expertise in API validation and Playwright-based automation using TypeScript.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain TypeScript-based API validations using Playwright
• Validate API request/response behavior, headers, routing, and error handling
• Perform parity testing to ensure API outcomes align with workflow expectations
• Identify integration gaps, edge cases, and dependency issues
• Collaborate with Dev and QA teams for defect triage and resolution
• Work with DevOps teams for environment readiness and deployment validation
• Support UAT cycles, release readiness, and milestone validations

Required Skills Experience

• 7+ years of experience in QA Automation or Software Engineering
• Strong hands‑on experience in Playwright TypeScript
• Solid experience with REST APIs, JSON, and HTTP protocols
• Understanding of API‑led/middleware architectures
• Familiarity with webMethods, MuleSoft, or similar platforms
• Experience in Agile/Scrum environments
• Strong analytical, debugging, and communication skills
• Experience in API validation, testing support, and basic performance checks