Playwright Automation Engineer

Synechron; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid time off

Maternity & paternity leave

Insurance plan

Retirement savings plans

Education policy

Udemy for Business access

Training opportunities

Mentoring and coaching

Global opportunities

Job summary

Synechron, a global consulting firm, is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to design, implement, and maintain scalable Playwright automation frameworks for web and API testing in a Charlotte, NC environment.

The role emphasizes hands-on automation, API validation, and CI/CD pipeline integration within Agile SDLC practices. The candidate will collaborate across product teams, drive quality standards, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Quality Engineering or Test Automation experience.
• At least 3+ years hands-on Playwright automation experience.
• Experience with API testing and automation using REST APIs or Postman.
• Strong knowledge of SDLC and Agile development practices.
• Hands-on experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience with version control systems such as Git.
• Knowledge of test reporting, logging, and automation monitoring tools.
• Experience with databases and writing SQL queries for test validation.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable test automation frameworks using Playwright.
• Create and execute automated test scripts for web apps, APIs, and end-to-end workflows.
• Collaborate with developers, business analysts, and QA teams to define testing strategies and quality standards.
• Develop data-driven, reusable automation solutions following best practices.
• Integrate automated test suites into CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, or GitLab.
• Develop API automation tests using Playwright, REST Assured, Postman, or similar tools.
• Analyze test results, identify defects, and coordinate with development teams for fixes.
• Monitor automation execution, reporting, and test coverage metrics to improve quality.
• Support release validation, production testing, and continuous quality improvement.

Skills

Quality Engineering

Automation strategy

Analytical thinking

Collaboration

CI/CD testing

Tools

Playwright

REST API

Postman

Git

Jenkins

Azure DevOps

GitHub Actions

GitLab

SQL

Job description

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 17,000+, and has 58 offices in 22 countries within key global markets.

Additional Information*

The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Charlotte, NC is $90k - $100k/year & benefits (see below).

The Role

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable test automation frameworks using Playwright.
• Create and execute automated test scripts for web applications, APIs, and end-to-end business workflows.
• Collaborate with developers, business analysts, and QA teams to define testing strategies and quality standards.
• Develop data-driven, reusable, and maintainable automation solutions following best practices.
• Integrate automated test suites into CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, or GitLab.
• Develop API automation tests using Playwright, REST Assured, Postman, or similar tools.
• Analyze test results, identify defects, and work closely with development teams to ensure timely resolution.
• Monitor automation execution, reporting, and test coverage metrics to improve software quality.
• Support release validation, production testing, and continuous quality improvement initiatives

Requirements:

• 5+ years of Quality Engineering or Test Automation experience with at least 3+ years of hands-on Playwright automation experience.
• Hands-on experience building automation frameworks using Playwright.
• Experience with API testing and automation using REST APIs, Postman, or similar tools.
• Strong understanding of software testing methodologies, SDLC, and Agile development practices.
• Experience with version control systems such as Git and repository management tools.
• Hands-on experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledge of test reporting, logging, and automation monitoring tools.
• Experience working with databases and writing SQL queries for test validation.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and collaboration skills.

Preferred, but not required:

• Experience with BDD frameworks such as Cucumber.
• Knowledge of performance testing tools such as JMeter or LoadRunner.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Exposure to containerization technologies including Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with accessibility, security, and performance testing practices.
• Financial Services, Banking, or Capital Markets domain experience.
• ISTQB, Certified Agile Tester, or other relevant QA certifications.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum teams and enterprise-scale delivery environments.

We offer:

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
• A multinational organization with 58 offices in 22 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
• 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).
• Maternity & paternity leave plans.
• A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).
• Retirement savings plans.
• A higher education certification policy.
• Commuter benefits (varies by region).
• Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
• Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
• A flat and approachable organization.
• A truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture.

S YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.