Senior QA Lead: API Testing & Playwright Automation

Ztek Consulting; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ztek Consulting is seeking an experienced Automation Tester to drive test strategy, oversee QA activities, and ensure quality across complex applications. The role emphasizes manual testing, API validation, and supporting automation maintenance using TypeScript and Playwright.

You will lead QA efforts from planning through execution, coordinating with stakeholders throughout the SDLC. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in QA, strong test planning skills, and hands-on experience with Playwright and

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Quality Assurance with manual and API testing experience.
• Proven ability to plan tests, manage releases, and report quality metrics.
• Hands-on with TypeScript/Playwright for maintenance and fixes.

Responsibilities

• Lead QA activities including planning, coordination, and reporting.
• Develop test plans and detailed test cases for complex apps.
• Execute manual regression and API testing with timely delivery.
• Own release testing and coordinate with stakeholders for sign-off.
• Review automation suites and assist with bug fixes and maintenance.
• Troubleshoot flaky tests and analyze logs with Splunk.
• Collaborate with development, product, and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Quality Assurance

SDLC

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT/CS or equivalent

Tools

Playwright

QMetry

Splunk

SQL

Postman

Job description

Ztek Consulting is seeking an experienced Automation Tester to drive test strategy, oversee QA activities, and ensure quality across complex applications. The role emphasizes manual testing, API validation, and supporting automation maintenance using TypeScript and Playwright.

You will lead QA efforts from planning through execution, coordinating with stakeholders throughout the SDLC. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in QA, strong test planning skills, and hands-on experience with Playwright and