Test Automation Engineer - Playwright

Singapore 2 days agoFull-time External
Negotiable
We are seeking a skilled Test Automation Engineer with strong expertise in Playwright to design, develop, and maintain automated tests across web applications. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in building robust automation frameworks, collaborating closely with development teams, and ensuring high-quality software delivery. Key Responsibilities • Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using Playwright (JavaScript/TypeScript). • Build and enhance automation frameworks for UI, API, and end-to-end testing. • Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitLab CI). • Analyze test failures, troubleshoot issues, and provide detailed defect reports. • Work closely with developers, QA engineers, and product teams to define test strategy and ensure test coverage. • Perform functional, regression, smoke, and cross-browser testing. • Ensure test reliability, stability, and maintainability. • Participate in sprint planning, grooming, and reviews in an Agile/Scrum environment. • Contribute to QA best practices, standards, and process improvements. Required Skills & Experience • 2–6+ years of experience in Test Automation. • Strong hands-on experience with Playwright for automation. • Proficiency in JavaScript or TypeScript. • Good understanding of modern web technologies (HTML, CSS, DOM, REST APIs). • Experience with API testing tools (e.g., Postman, REST Assured). • Experience integrating tests into CI/CD pipelines. • Strong debugging, analytical, and problem-solving skills. • Experience with version control systems like Git. • Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies. Preferred / Nice-to-Have • Experience with other automation tool Selenium • Knowledge of containerized environments (Docker/Kubernetes). • Performance or visual regression testing experience. • Test management tool – JIRA Soft Skills • Strong communication and collaboration abilities. • Ownership mindset with attention to detail. • Ability to work in fast-paced, agile environments.