We are seeking an experienced Software QA Analyst with strong expertise in Playwright automation using TypeScript, application security testing, and AI-assisted testing workflows. The candidate will independently build and maintain scalable automation frameworks, expand test coverage, and integrate modern AI tools to optimize testing efficiency and application quality Role & responsibilities
- Framework Development: Design, build, and maintain scalable Playwright automation frameworks using the Page Object Model (POM).
- Test Automation: Convert functional requirements and manual test cases into robust automated test scripts for critical application workflows.
- Comprehensive Testing: Execute API, regression, functional, cross-browser, and basic security test suites.
- CI/CD & Reporting: Integrate automation suites into CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins) and set up detailed reporting tools (e.g., Allure).
- AI-Driven QA: Explore and implement AI tools to enhance test generation, script maintenance, debugging, and productivity.
- Defect & Root-Cause Analysis: Log defects, perform root-cause analysis, and collaborate with development teams for fast resolution.
- Standards & Leadership: Establish QA automation standards, test practices, and guide team workflows. Technical Competencies Mandatory Skills
- Playwright & TypeScript: Solid hands-on experience using Playwright with TypeScript/JavaScript.
- •Design Patterns: Demonstrated experience building and maintaining Page Object Model (POM) frameworks.
- Core QA Expertise: In-depth knowledge of functional, regression, integration, API, and cross-browser testing methods.
- Web Fundamentals: Proficiency with HTML, CSS, JavaScript/TypeScript, and Browser Developer Tools.
- Version Control & CI/CD: Practical experience with Git, GitHub, and Jenkins pipeline integration.
- Database Validation: Good working knowledge of SQL for backend data validation.



AI-Assisted QA & Automation
- AI Tooling: Hands-on experience with tools such as ChatGPT, Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, or equivalent LLMs.
- AI Workflows: Ability to leverage AI for automated script creation, test case generation, test failure analysis, and debugging.
- Next-Gen Testing: Exposure to AI agents, Model Context Protocol (MCP), Playwright MCP, and autonomous testing concepts. Application Security
- Standards & Vulnerabilities: Strong understanding of the OWASP Top 10 guidelines (XSS, SQL Injection, CSRF, Broken Access Control).
- •Security Tooling: Hands-on exposure to dynamic application security testing tools such as OWASP ZAP and Burp Suite.
- •Security Controls: Practical knowledge of authentication, authorization, session management, and secure coding practices. Preferred Skills
- Enterprise Applications: Experience testing complex business workflows and enterprise systems (.
NET Core / C#, Angular, PHP, Python environments).
- Frameworks & Certifications: Knowledge of OWASP ASVS; ISTQB or security-related certifications are a strong plus.
- AI Integrations: Hands-on familiarity with Playwright Test Agents and custom MCP server setups. Candidate Profile & Expectations
- Self-starter capable of driving automation initiatives with minimal supervision.
- Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills.
- Proactive mindset toward adopting emerging AI technologies in quality assurance.
- Ability to collaborate, document best practices, and mentor team members. The last date for submission of online application is 02.11.2026. Preferred candidate profile

Education:
B.
E. / B.
Tech in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline.

Experience:
Minimum 3 to 5 years of hands-on qualified experience in Playwright automation. Salary Range: 30,000 40,000 per month (Commensurate with experience and technical evaluation).

📌 Software Qa Analyst (Chennai)
🏢 Iit Madras
📍 Chennai