Software Test Engineer (12-month contract)

Argyll Scott Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency in Singapore is seeking an experienced Software Quality Engineer (Senior Consultant) for a 12-month contract. The role involves developing and maintaining automated tests using Playwright and leading quality assurance strategies to ensure application reliability. Candidates should have over 7 years of experience in software quality assurance and strong debugging skills. Join a collaborative team to enhance software quality through rigorous testing practices.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in software quality assurance and test automation.
• Expertise in Playwright or equivalent frameworks essential.
• Strong skills in debugging and root cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop automated test scripts and maintain testing processes.
• Drive QA strategy and ensure best practices.
• Conduct thorough testing of applications to meet quality standards.

Skills

Test automation

Playwright

Software quality assurance

Debugging

CI/CD

Stakeholder communication

Tools

Performance testing tools

Job description

We are seeking a highly experienced Software Quality Engineer (Senior Consultant) to join our client’s team on a 12-month contract.

This role requires strong hands-on expertise in test automation (preferably with Playwright) and a strategic mindset towards software quality assurance. You will play a key role in ensuring the quality and reliability of complex applications through robust testing strategies and close collaboration with development teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain automated test scripts using Playwright or similar automation frameworks.
• Define and drive QA strategy, ensuring best practices are implemented across testing processes.
• Conduct thorough end-to-end testing of complex applications, ensuring quality and performance standards are met.
• Perform detailed debugging and root cause analysis to identify and resolve issues in collaboration with developers.
• Design and implement automated testing pipelines and integrate them into CI/CD workflows.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams including developers, business analysts, and product owners.
• Communicate testing results and quality updates effectively to stakeholders.

Requirements

• Proven experience in Playwright or equivalent test automation frameworks.
• At least 7+ years of strong background in software quality assurance, test automation, and QA leadership.
• Expertise in designing and executing end-to-end automated tests for complex applications.
• Skilled in debugging and root cause analysis with the ability to resolve issues quickly.
• Experience with CI/CD integration and automated testing pipelines.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to manage stakeholder expectations effectively.

Nice to Have

• Familiarity with performance testing tools and related frameworks.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum teams alongside developers, BAs, and product owners.

Argyll Scott Asia is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.