QA Automation Engineer | Playwright & Java

Job Summary Synechron is seeking a focused and capable QA Automation Engineer specializing in Playwright to design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks for web applications. This role emphasizes hands-on automation using Playwright (JavaScript/TypeScript), collaboration with cross-functional teams, and integration of automated tests into CI/CD pipelines. The successful candidate will contribute to reliable, scalable software delivery and actively participate in process improvements, with a strong emphasis on quality and efficiency in an Agile environment.

Software Requirements

Required Skills (Essential) Proficiency in Playwright for automated testing of web applications (JavaScript/TypeScript)

Strong experience designing, developing, and maintaining automated test scripts and frameworks

Experience with API testing (REST/GraphQL) using tools like Postman or automated approaches

Solid understanding of SDLC/Agile methodologies and working within cross-functional teams

Proficiency with version control systems (Git) and collaboration platforms (GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket)

Experience with CI/CD pipelines and integrating automated tests (e.g., Jenkins, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions)

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills; ability to debug and troubleshoot test failures

Excellent written and verbal communication skills for documentation and reporting

Familiarity with test planning, data setup, and test data management

Preferred Skills Knowledge of additional automation tools or frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Cypress)

Experience with test management tools (JIRA, HP ALM) and defect lifecycle

Experience with performance testing basics and test automation maintenance

Exposure to cloud-based testing environments or multi-cloud contexts

Familiarity with security testing and data privacy considerations in test environments

Overall Responsibilities Design and implement robust Playwright-based automated test scripts and frameworks for web applications

Collaborate with product managers, developers, QA peers, and operations to define test strategies and coverage

Develop, execute, and maintain test plans, test cases, and test data arrangements

Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines to enable rapid, reliable releases

Identify, log, and track defects; coordinate with developers for timely resolution and retesting

Conduct and contribute to code reviews to uphold quality standards

Produce clear test reports, dashboards, and quality metrics for stakeholders

Participate in Agile ceremonies (planning, stand-ups, retrospectives) and contribute to continuous improvement

Support test environment setup, data provisioning, and environment management

Document testing processes, best practices, and lessons learned for team growth

Technical Skills (By Category)

Programming Languages (Essential & Preferred) Essential: JavaScript/TypeScript for Playwright scripts

Preferred: Java or Python for broader test automation or tooling

Frameworks & Libraries Essential: Playwright (primary automation framework)

Preferred: Selenium, Cypress, or other modern automation libraries

APIs & Data Essential: API testing concepts for REST/GraphQL; familiarity with data validation

Preferred: Postman scripting, automated API validation

Databases/Data Management Essential: Understanding of test data management and basic data validation concepts

Preferred: SQL proficiency for data verification; exposure to test data virtualization

Cloud & Environments Preferred: Familiarity with cloud-based testing environments and multi-cloud considerations

Essential: Basic understanding of cloud deployment concepts and test environment provisioning

DevOps & CI/CD Essential: Experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines

Preferred: Familiarity with Jenkins, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions; some experience with CI/CD governance

Security & Compliance Essential: Awareness of data privacy and secure testing practices

Preferred: Knowledge of security testing principles and regulatory considerations

Development Tools & Methodologies Essential: Git-based version control; Agile/Scrum practices; JIRA/Confluence for test management

Preferred: Test management tools; automation tooling ecosystems; performance testing integration

Experience Requirements 3–5 years of hands-on QA automation experience, with a focus on Playwright-based testing

Experience delivering automated tests for web applications in an Agile environment

Familiarity with API testing and test data management

Exposure to multi-disciplinary teams and cross-location collaboration

Alternative pathways: strong portfolio of Playwright-based automation projects or related certifications

Day-to-Day Activities Create, maintain, and enhance automated test scripts and frameworks

Plan and execute test activities; collaborate with stakeholders to ensure test coverage

Run automated and manual tests; log and track defects; ensure timely retesting

Contribute to test plans, test data strategies, and test environment requirements

Participate in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and reviews

Document results, metrics, and best practices; share knowledge with the team

Support release activities and post-release validation

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

• 3–5 years of hands-on QA automation experience with Playwright

• Certifications in test automation or related QA disciplines are a plus

• Professional Competencies Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

• Effective communication and stakeholder management

• Collaboration and teamwork with the ability to mentor peers

• Adaptability to evolving tools and project requirements

• Continuous learning mindset and a drive for process improvement

• Time management and ability to multitask in a dynamic environment

• S​ YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law .

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