Sr QA Automation Engineer - Playwright | Washington, DC (Hybrid) | Contract W2

Next Gen Software Solutions; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Next Gen Software Solutions is seeking a Senior QA Automation Engineer with hands-on Playwright experience to lead QA across Power Platform integrations. The role requires expertise in automated and manual testing, test planning, and defect management within an agile environment.

The candidate will design test strategies, execute tests, and collaborate with developers to ensure quality releases in a hybrid Washington, DC setting.

Qualifications

• Must have hands-on Playwright automation experience with JavaScript/TypeScript.
• 5+ years of functional web testing.
• 5+ years writing and executing test plans.
• Experience testing UI/UX and Power Platform components (SharePoint/Power Apps).
• Experience with Azure DevOps or Microsoft Test Manager; test automation a big plus.

Responsibilities

• Define, document, and maintain test plans, test cases, and test data for functional, regression, integration, and UAT testing.
• Develop end-to-end automated tests with Playwright (JS/TS) for UI and API validation.
• Ensure automation is integrated into CI/CD pipelines for rapid releases.
• Execute tests, track defects, and validate fixes with developers.

Skills

Playwright automation

JavaScript/TypeScript

Test strategy

Functional web testing

Test plans

CI/CD

Azure DevOps/Jira

Defect tracking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Playwright

Azure DevOps

JIRA

Microsoft Test Manager

Job description

Job Title: Sr QA Automation Engineer - Playwright

Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid)

Duration: 12 Months

Type: Contract W2

Experience: 10+ years

Work mode: 2 days onsite

Job Description:

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly skilled Senior QA Engineer to lead the quality assurance efforts across a suite of applications built on Microsoft Power Platform and integrated enterprise systems. This role is ideal for a senior-level QA professional with a strong background in manual and automated testing and must have hands‑on experience with Playwright automation and scripting using JavaScript or TypeScript. The successful candidate will design and execute comprehensive test strategies, lead defect tracking and reporting, and contribute to continuous quality improvements in agile delivery environments.

Key Responsibilities

Test Strategy & Planning

• Define, document, and maintain comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test data for functional, regression, integration, and user acceptance testing.
• Develop risk‑based testing strategies aligned with business priorities and release timelines.

Manual & Automated Testing

• Develop and maintain end‑to‑end automated test scripts using Playwright (JavaScript/TypeScript preferred) for UI and API validation.
• Ensure test automation is integrated into CI/CD pipelines and supports rapid release cycles.
• Perform hands‑on manual testing of Power Platform applications (Canvas Apps, Model‑Driven Apps, Power Pages, Power Automate workflows) and integrations.

Test Execution & Defect Management

• Execute test cases, identify defects, and track them to closure using tools such as Azure DevOps, JIRA, or equivalent.
• Perform root cause analysis and collaborate with developers to validate fixes and conduct retesting.

Requirements

• Prefer existing public trust or higher clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in related field
• 10+ years of overall experience
• Must have Playwright automation and scripting experience. Candidates without hands‑on Playwright experience will not be considered.
• 5+ years' experience with functional web testing.
• 5+ years' writing and executing test plans.
• Experience testing, UI/UX, writing test plans, SharePoint/Power Apps test experience
• Experience with Azure DevOps or Microsoft Test Manager and test automation a big plus

About Next Gen Software Solutions:

Next Gen Software Solutions is a trusted provider of IT Staffing and consulting services dedicated to empowering businesses with cutting‑edge technology solutions and exceptional talent. We specialize in delivering tailored IT consulting services, innovative software solutions, and connecting businesses with highly skilled IT professionals. Founded and led by a dedicated U.S. Army solider, Next Gen Software Solutions is deeply rooted in the core values of integrity, discipline, commitment, and experience‑principles that guide every aspect of our operations.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Next Gen Software Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees and applicants are treated respect and dignity. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local laws.