QA Automation Engineer - Hybrid (Playwright + Java)

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Alpharetta (GA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

SmartRecruiters, Inc. is seeking a QA Automation Engineer for Alpharetta, GA, in a hybrid role (3 days on-site). This position focuses on building scalable automation using Playwright with Java, designing frameworks from scratch, and integrating tests into CI/CD pipelines.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality web applications. The ideal candidate has strong Java skills, extensive Playwright automation experience, and a solid understanding of testing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in CS/IT/Engineering or related field.
• Strong hands-on experience in Java programming.
• Extensive experience in test automation using Playwright with Java.
• Experience designing and developing automation frameworks from scratch.
• Solid understanding of software testing methodologies and QA principles.
• Experience with API testing tools such as Postman or REST Assured.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools like Jenkins, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or GitLab CI.
• Strong knowledge of Git and version control.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
• Excellent analytical, debugging, and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication; ability to collaborate cross-functionally.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable automation frameworks using Playwright with Java.
• Create and maintain automated test scripts for web apps (functional, regression, integration, end-to-end).
• Collaborate with developers, PO, BAs, and QA for test strategies.
• Develop reusable automation components to improve efficiency and coverage.
• Integrate automation suites into CI/CD pipelines for seamless execution.
• Perform API testing and validation with industry-standard tools.
• Review requirements to identify test scenarios and automation opportunities.
• Analyze results, identify defects, and drive resolution with dev teams.
• Conduct code reviews and enforce automation best practices and quality processes.
• Monitor automation execution and generate test reports for stakeholders.
• Mentor junior automation engineers and participate in continuous improvement.
• Stay updated with emerging automation technologies and testing trends.

Skills

Automation

Playwright

Java

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field

Tools

Jenkins

Azure DevOps

GitHub Actions

Git

Postman

REST Assured

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

SmartRecruiters, Inc. is seeking a QA Automation Engineer for Alpharetta, GA, in a hybrid role (3 days on-site). This position focuses on building scalable automation using Playwright with Java, designing frameworks from scratch, and integrating tests into CI/CD pipelines.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality web applications. The ideal candidate has strong Java skills, extensive Playwright automation experience, and a solid understanding of testing