QA Automation Engineer - Playwright & AI

Persistent Systems Limited; Gurugram District; Hybrid; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Flexible work hours

Education sponsorship for higher ed /–

Long Service awards

Insurance coverage: group term life,个人

Job summary

Persistent Systems Limited is seeking an experienced QA Automation Engineer specializing in Playwright to drive automation across modern web applications and enterprise platforms. You will design scalable frameworks, validate UI and API functionality, and enhance test coverage in a collaborative, cross-functional environment.

You will work with developers, product teams, and stakeholders to deliver reliable, high-performing software through CI/CD integration and continual quality improvement.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years in Quality Assurance and Test Automation.
• Hands-on Playwright automation experience.
• UI automation and end-to-end test automation expertise.
• API testing, API automation, and service validation.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and test automation integration.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development methodologies.
• Experience using defect and test management tools; Git for version control.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust automation frameworks using Playwright.
• Create automated test scripts for UI, API, integration, regression, and E2E testing.
• Develop reusable test components and automation utilities to improve testing efficiency.
• Perform API testing, validation, and automation using appropriate tools.
• Integrate automation suites into CI/CD pipelines for continuous testing and faster releases.
• Execute functional, regression, smoke, sanity, and integration testing activities.
• Analyze results, identify defects, and work with dev teams to resolve issues.
• Participate in requirement reviews, sprint planning, and test strategy discussions.
• Ensure application quality through comprehensive test coverage and best practices.
• Collaborate with developers, architects, business analysts, and product owners to align on requirements and quality expectations.
• Monitor test execution reports and provide quality metrics to stakeholders.
• Support release validation, production readiness, and defect verification.
• Contribute to process improvements and automation innovation in quality engineering.

Skills

Playwright

UI automation

API testing

CI/CD

Agile / Scrum

Git

Debugging

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Testing framework design

Tools

Git

CI/CD tooling

Jira

Job description

Job Description

About Persistent

We are an AI-led, platform-driven Digital Engineering and Enterprise Modernization partner, combining deep technical expertise and industry experience to help our clients anticipate what's next. Our offerings and proven solutions create a unique competitive advantage for our clients by giving them the power to see beyond and rise above. We work with many industry-leading organizations across the world, including 20 Fortune 50 companies and 4 of the 5 top banks in both the US and India, and numerous innovators across the healthcare ecosystem.

We are looking for an experienced QA Automation Engineer ? Playwright to drive quality assurance and automation initiatives across modern web applications and enterprise platforms. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing scalable automation frameworks, validating UI and API functionality, improving test coverage, and ensuring high-quality software delivery. This role requires strong expertise in Playwright automation, API testing, quality engineering practices, and continuous integration environments. The candidate will work closely with developers, product teams, and stakeholders to deliver reliable, scalable, and high-performing applications.

• Location: Gurugram
• Experience: 5 to 8 Years
• Job Type: Full-Time Employment

What You'll Do:

• Design, develop, and maintain robust automation frameworks using Playwright.
• Create automated test scripts for UI, API, integration, regression, and end-to-end testing.
• Develop reusable test components and automation utilities to improve testing efficiency.
• Perform API testing, validation, and automation using appropriate testing tools and frameworks.
• Integrate automation suites into CI/CD pipelines to support continuous testing and faster releases.
• Execute functional, regression, smoke, sanity, and integration testing activities.
• Analyze test results, identify defects, and work with development teams to resolve issues.
• Participate in requirement reviews, sprint planning, and test strategy discussions.
• Ensure application quality through comprehensive test coverage and automation best practices.
• Collaborate with developers, architects, business analysts, and product owners to understand requirements and quality expectations.
• Monitor test execution reports and provide actionable quality metrics to stakeholders.
• Support release validation, production readiness reviews, and defect verification activities.
• Contribute to process improvements, automation innovation, and quality engineering best practices.

Expertise You'll Bring:

• 5?8 years of experience in Quality Assurance and Test Automation.
• Strong hands-on experience with Playwright automation framework.
• Expertise in UI automation testing and end-to-end test automation.
• Strong experience in API testing, API automation, and service validation.
• Knowledge of test design techniques, automation best practices, and quality engineering processes.
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing integration.
• Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, and modern software development methodologies.
• Experience using defect management and test management tools.
• Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis capabilities.
• Understanding of performance, security, and non-functional testing concepts.
• Knowledge of MCP (Model Context Protocol) and AI-assisted testing frameworks is an advantage.
• Experience with version control systems such as Git.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work effectively within geographically distributed and cross-functional teams.
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
• Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
• Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:

Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

• We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
• Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
• If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment

?Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.?