Senior QA Automation Engineer – Playwright

DigitalXNode; Bengaluru; Remote; INR 2,500,000 - 3,800,000; Full time

Job summary

DigitalXNode is seeking an experienced Senior QA Automation Engineer for a remote engagement with a Gaming & Entertainment Tech client in India. You will lead Playwright-based test automation, develop scalable frameworks, and drive automation initiatives across the team.

The ideal candidate has 9–12 years of hands-on experience in test automation, API testing, and CI/CD integration, with strong JavaScript/TypeScript skills and a proactive approach to quality.

Qualifications

• 9–12 years of hands-on software testing and QA automation, with strong Playwright expertise.
• Experience with JavaScript/TypeScript and maintaining automation frameworks.
• Experience with API testing, CI/CD integration, and working in Agile/Scrum environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable automation frameworks using Playwright.
• Create and execute automated test scripts for web applications.
• Plan and perform functional, regression, integration, and end-to-end tests.
• Collaborate with developers, product owners, and business analysts to define test strategies.
• Integrate automation suites with CI/CD pipelines.
• Mentor junior QA team members and contribute to automation best practices.
• Ensure test coverage, quality metrics, and continuous improvement of testing processes.

Skills

Playwright

JavaScript/TypeScript

Automation frameworks

Web UI automation testing

API testing

Agile/SCRUM

JIRA

SQL

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Postman

REST Assured

Job description

Company Overview

We specialize in Talent Acquisition, Staff Augmentation, and Workforce Management, helping businesses access qualified talent for a variety of technology and business functions. Our client network extends across India, the USA, UK, EU, CIS, and MENA, covering key industries such as Information Technology, BFSI, Automotive, Manufacturing, Retail, and emerging business sectors.

We are currently looking for skilled professionals to join a remote engagement with one of our established clients in India. Selected candidates will collaborate with the client’s teams and contribute to their ongoing technology initiatives, business projects, and operational objectives.

Applicants with relevant professional experience, technical expertise, and strong problem-solving abilities are encouraged to submit their applications.

Job Summary

On behalf of our India-based client in the Gaming & Entertainment Technology sector, we are seeking an experienced Senior QA Automation Engineer with strong expertise in Playwright automation testing. The ideal candidate has 9-12 years of experience in test automation, framework development, API testing, and CI/CD integration, and can independently drive automation initiatives to ensure high-quality software delivery. Remote role with full-time, part-time, and contract engagement options.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable automation frameworks using Playwright
• Create and execute automated test scripts for web applications
• Plan and perform functional, regression, integration, and end-to-end tests to identify defects and ensure expected application behavior.
• Collaborate with developers, product owners, and business analysts to understand requirements and define test strategies
• Integrate automation suites with CI/CD pipelines
• Assess test execution results, identify software issues, and coordinate with development teams to drive defects through to resolution.
• Mentor junior QA team members and contribute to automation best practices
• Ensure test coverage, quality metrics, and continuous improvement of testing processes

Required Skills

• 9-12 years of experience in software testing and QA automation
• Strong hands-on experience with Playwright
• Proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript
• Experience designing and maintaining automation frameworks
• Strong understanding of Web UI automation testing
• Experience with API testing using Postman, REST Assured, or similar tools
• Good understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies
• Experience with defect tracking tools such as JIRA
• Strong SQL and database validation skills

AI Experience

• Knowledge of AI-assisted testing approaches, such as automated test generation, adaptive test scripts, and intelligent defect management, will be considered a plus.
• Interest in applying AI-assisted tools to expand automation coverage and improve testing efficiency

Managerial Experience

• Experience mentoring junior QA team members and contributing to automation best practices
• Demonstrated ability to independently drive automation initiatives and influence quality standards across the team

Operational Experience

• Experience integrating automation suites with CI/CD pipelines
• Experience analyzing test results, identifying defects, and coordinating resolution with development teams
• Experience maintaining test coverage and quality metrics as part of continuous improvement efforts

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (any discipline)
• 9 to 12 years of relevant hands-on experience in software testing and QA automation, with strong Playwright expertise
• Evaluate test results, troubleshoot defects, and coordinate with developers to investigate and resolve identified issues.

Certifications (Preferred, Not Mandatory)

• ISTQB Advanced Level or equivalent QA certification
• Any relevant automation or API testing certification is a plus