Software Test Automation Engineer - Playwright with Javascript

Software Test Automation Engineer
Location: Chennai

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated Software Test Automation Engineer to join our Quality Engineering team. In this role, you will perform a wide range of testing activities with increasing autonomy. You will contribute to designing test cases, automating them, executing tests, analyzing results, and improving our overall test coverage and quality. Your work will play a critical role in delivering reliable, highquality software products.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement automated test cases based on functional and technical requirements.
• Execute automated test suites, analyze results, and log defects with clear documentation.
• Collaborate closely with developers, manual QA, and crossfunctional teams to refine testing strategies.
• Maintain and enhance existing automation scripts to ensure accuracy, reliability, and expanded coverage.
• Assist in integrating automation suites into the CI/CD pipeline (e.g., Azure DevOps).
• Participate in peer reviews for test cases and automation scripts, providing constructive feedback.
• Conduct basic performance and load testing activities as required.
• Support debugging and troubleshooting of automation failures.
• Contribute to creating, updating, and maintaining test plans and test cases.
• Provide recommendations to improve the automation framework, tools, and processes.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Intermediate programming proficiency in JavaScript or TypeScript.
• Experience with UI/API test automation frameworks, such as Playwright (MCP preferred-using Copilot or similar tooling)
• Strong understanding of CI/CD pipeline integration, especially with Azure DevOps.
• Hands-on experience with defect tracking tools (e.g., JIRA).
• Hands-on experience with Test management tools (e.g., Tricentis qTest).
• Strong analytical and problemsolving skills to interpret test results and diagnose failures.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, teamoriented environment.

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