Automation Test Engineer - Software Quality Assurance (5-6 yrs)

Job Title : QA Automation Engineer Playwright with C# (Contract-to-Hire)

Experience Required : Total QA Experience: 5 to 6 years Playwright with C# Experience: Minimum 1 year hands-on

Location : Hyderabad (On-site)

Joining Time : Immediate or Max 15 Days Notice

Position Overview :

We are looking for a highly skilled and passionate QA Automation Engineer with strong experience in Playwright and C# to join our dynamic team on a Contract-to-Hire basis. The ideal candidate will possess a solid background in manual and automated testing, with hands-on expertise in designing, developing, and executing test automation scripts for a wide range of applications including web, mobile, and APIs. This role demands both deep technical acumen and strong communication skills to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced Agile/Scrum environment.

Key Responsibilities :

Test Automation Design & Development :

- Architect, design, and maintain robust, scalable, and reusable automation frameworks using Playwright with C#, ensuring maintainability and long-term success.

- Build custom test utilities, wrappers, and components to support efficient test development across projects.

- Implement best practices for version control, code modularity, and test data management to

promote consistency and scalability in test automation.

Test Script Creation & Execution :

- Develop detailed, comprehensive, and well-structured automation test scripts for functional, regression, UI, API, and end-to-end testing scenarios.

- Leverage tools such as Playwright, Selenium, Cypress, and RestSharp or Postman for API validation to ensure extensive coverage across different application layers.

- Automate test cases across multiple browsers, platforms, and devices to ensure cross-compatibility and responsive design adherence.

CI/CD Integration & Test Execution :

- Integrate automation scripts into CI/CD pipelines using platforms like Azure DevOps, Jenkins, or GitLab CI for continuous testing and feedback.

- Automate the deployment and rollback of test environments to reduce manual intervention and improve testing turnaround time.

- Utilize pipeline logs and dashboards to monitor automation runs and identify areas of improvement.

Test Results & Reporting :

- Monitor execution results, collect logs, screenshots, and artifacts for test failures, and perform in-depth root cause analysis.

- Create and maintain dashboards or test execution reports using tools like Allure, ExtentReports, or ReportPortal to provide visibility into testing progress and quality status.

- Provide detailed documentation and reporting to stakeholders, including test metrics,

coverage gaps, defect trends, and quality KPIs.

Collaboration & Agile Practices :

- Work closely with developers, BAs, product owners, and DevOps teams to ensure quality is embedded throughout the software development lifecycle.

- Participate in all Agile ceremonies such as daily stand-ups, sprint planning, backlog grooming, and retrospectives to provide QA insights and ensure test coverage for all stories.

- Act as a quality advocate, raising risks and ensuring user expectations are met through early and frequent testing.

Mentorship & Leadership :

- Mentor junior automation engineers, sharing knowledge on best practices, advanced debugging techniques, and effective automation strategies.

- Conduct code reviews of automation scripts and frameworks to maintain quality and adherence to coding standards.

- Organize knowledge-sharing sessions and internal workshops on automation tools and innovations.

Tools & Technologies Research :

- Continuously evaluate emerging automation tools, frameworks, and trends to bring innovation and efficiency to the testing process.

- Prototype new technologies and recommend adoption based on performance, maintainability, and alignment with team goals.

Troubleshooting & Optimization :

- Debug complex issues in automation scripts, test environments, and CI/CD pipelines using logs, traces, and debuggers.

- Identify performance bottlenecks in automation execution and refactor scripts for optimal speed and resource usage.

- Establish strategies for parallel execution, test isolation, and environment simulation to reduce execution time and flakiness.

Process Improvement :

- Contribute to process optimization initiatives such as test strategy reviews, defect prevention mechanisms, and automation ROI assessments.

- Recommend improvements in the SDLC and STLC workflows to align testing efforts with project timelines and business goals.

Technical Skill Set :

Skill Area :

- Automation Frameworks - Strong experience in custom framework development (Page Object Model, BDD, Hybrid)

- Languages - Proficient in C#, with good coding practices

- Automation Tools - Mandatory : Playwright with C#; Desirable: Selenium, Cypress

- API Testing - Experience with tools like Postman, RestSharp, or similar

- CI/CD Tools - Experience integrating with Azure DevOps, Jenkins, or GitLab CI

- Version Control - Git, GitHub, GitLab, Azure Repos

- Bug Tracking Tools - JIRA, Azure Boards

- Test Management Tools - Azure Test Plans, TestRail, Zephyr

- Database/Backend Testing - Experience in writing queries and validating data from databases (SQL Server, MySQL)

- Mobile Testing (Optional) - Knowledge of tools like Appium or BrowserStack for mobile automation is a plus

Soft Skills & Personality Traits :

- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

- Ability to handle multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work in a fast-paced, team-oriented

environment.

- A proactive mindset with a strong sense of ownership and attention to detail.

- Passion for automation and continuous learning.

Contract Type :

- Contract-to-Hire (CTH) High potential for full-time conversion based on performance and project need.