Note : Interviews for this position, based in Chennai, are in-person (F2F) only. Apply only if you presently live and work in Chennai.

We are looking for a highly skilled Automation Engineer - QA. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with automation frameworks, modern testing tools, and development of best practices. This role requires a combination of technical proficiency, architectural understanding, and innovative thinking to ensure the delivery of high-quality software solutions.

Mandatory Requirements :

- Total Experience : 4 - 7 years (preferred)
- Playwright Automation : Minimum 2 - 3 years of hands-on experience using Playwright with JavaScript or TypeScript.
- Programming Skills (Mandatory) :
- TypeScript : Minimum 1 year of experience, or
- JavaScript : Minimum 3 years of experience.
- Manual Testing : Minimum 1 - 2 years of hands-on testing experience.
- Jenkins : Understanding of pipeline configuration and execution.
- Test Automation Frameworks : Proven experience in designing and developing Playwright frameworks from scratch.
- Tools : Experience with Jira and at least one test management tool.
- Communication & Client Interaction : Strong stakeholder management, troubleshooting, debugging, and communication skills with the ability to work independently.




- Candidates should demonstrate ownership, accountability, and the ability to perform as an independent contributor.

Key Responsibilities :

- Design and implement end-to-end automation frameworks using Playwright and TypeScript to accelerate the testing lifecycle and ensure consistent product quality.
- Collaborate with development teams to integrate automated test suites into Jenkins CI/CD pipelines, enabling rapid feedback loops and continuous deployment.
- Execute comprehensive manual testing for complex features where automation is not yet feasible, ensuring no critical edge cases are overlooked.
- Manage defect lifecycles within Jira, providing detailed documentation and root cause analysis to facilitate quick resolution by engineering teams.

Overall Profile Expectation :

The client is specifically looking for professionals who bring a solid Playwright Automation (Javascript/Type script) experience and can contribute effectively with minimal onboarding. Candidates should possess solid hands-on experience in automation framework development, strong technical fundamentals, and the confidence to interact directly with clients and stakeholders.

📌 Automation Engineer - Playwright Testing (India)
🏢 Spectrum Consulting India
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