Senior Automation Engineer – Playwright (javascript/typescript)

Senior Automation Engineer – Playwright (JavaScript/TypeScript)

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Automation Engineer with strong experience in Playwright and hands-on expertise in JavaScript or TypeScript. The ideal candidate will lead automation initiatives, contribute to test strategy, streamline CI/CD automation practices, and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams. Experience in ERP or manufacturing domain environments will be an added advantage.

This is a hybrid role based in Bengaluru, offering the flexibility to balance both in-office collaboration and remote productivity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain robust automation test suites using Playwright with JavaScript/TypeScript.
• Lead automation planning, framework enhancements, and architectural decisions.
• Collaborate with product, engineering, and QA teams to ensure high-quality delivery.
• Implement, optimize, and maintain automated test execution pipelines within CI/CD systems.
• Perform root-cause analysis for defects and drive test automation best practices.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to scaling automation across teams.
• Work on end-to-end test coverage for web applications; ERP or manufacturing workflows is a plus.
• Ensure documentation, reporting, and communication of testing activities and results.

Qualifications:

• 7–9 years of overall experience in software testing, with strong focus on automation.
• Hands-on expertise with Playwright (mandatory).
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript or TypeScript.
• Solid understanding of automation frameworks, debugging, and test design principles.
• Experience with CI/CD tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or Azure DevOps.
• Good understanding of REST APIs and API automation.
• Ability to work in agile development environments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Good-to-Have Skills:

• Experience in ERP, manufacturing, or supply chain systems.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP).
• Exposure to performance testing or security testing tools.

Why Join Us?

• Work in a dynamic and rapidly evolving field.
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and growth opportunities.
• Make a significant impact on the organization's overall posture.