Test Automation Architect

ADN Group; Newark (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT services firm is seeking a skilled Test Automation Architect in Newark, CA, to design and implement robust test automation frameworks. This role focuses on using Playwright with TypeScript and optimizing workflows with GitHub Copilot. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in software testing, strong technological expertise, and leadership capabilities. The position is contract-based with a hybrid work model, aimed at ensuring high-quality software deliverables.

Qualifications

• 15 years of experience in software testing and test automation.
• At least 3 years in an Architect or Lead role.
• Extensive experience with Playwright.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain test automation frameworks.
• Lead the adoption of GitHub Copilot for test development.
• Collaborate with teams to integrate tests into CICD pipelines.

Skills

Ready API

Rest Assured

Playwright Typescript Automation

Postman for Testing

SOAP UI for Testing

Education

BS degree in Computer Science or related field

MS degree preferred

Tools

GitHub Copilot

CICD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI)

Version control systems (Git)

Job description

Test Automation Architect

ADN Group

Location: Newark, CA | Work Mode: Hybrid | Duration: 06

Note: Only Local Candidates & No Visa Sponsorship

Primary Skills

• Ready API
• Rest Assured
• Playwright Typescript Automation
• Postman for Testing
• Postman
• SOAP UI for Testing

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Test Automation Architect to design, develop and implement robust and scalable test automation frameworks with a strong focus on Playwright. This role will leverage the power of AI‑assisted development using GitHub Copilot to optimize test creation and maintenance. The ideal candidate will be a visionary leader driving best practices in test automation and ensuring the delivery of high‑quality software products.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain comprehensive test automation frameworks using Playwright with TypeScript.
• Lead the adoption and effective utilization of GitHub Copilot to accelerate test script development, refactoring and debugging.
• Define and implement automation strategies for end‑to‑end API and performance testing.
• Collaborate with development, QA and DevOps teams to integrate automated tests into CICD pipelines.
• Establish and enforce test automation best practices, coding standards and design patterns.
• Mentor and guide automation engineers on Playwright, GitHub Copilot and general test automation principles.
• Evaluate and recommend new tools, technologies and methodologies to enhance test automation capabilities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex automation issues ensuring the stability and reliability of test suites.
• Provide technical leadership and strategic direction for the test automation function.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field.
• 15 years of experience in software testing and test automation with at least 3 years in an Architect or Lead role.
• Extensive hands‑on experience designing and implementing test automation frameworks with Playwright.
• Proven experience utilizing GitHub Copilot for efficient code generation, test script creation and refactoring.
• Strong understanding of modern web technologies, APIs and microservices architecture.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as TypeScript, Python or C#.
• Experience with CICD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps) and version control systems (Git).
• Deep understanding of testing methodologies including Agile and DevOps principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving and communication skills; ability to lead, mentor and collaborate effectively within a team environment.
• Preferred: MS degree; experience with Selenium, Cypress, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP); familiarity with JIRA, Zephyr; certifications.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Contract

Job Function

Information Technology

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting

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