Quality Assurance Automation Engineer - Playwright

**Overview** We are seeking a dynamic and detail\-oriented Quality Assurance Automation Engineer specializing in Playwright to join our innovative testing team. In this role, you will drive the development and execution of automated test scripts to ensure the highest quality of web and mobile applications. Your expertise will help streamline testing processes, improve software reliability, and accelerate release cycles. If you thrive in a fast\-paced environment and have a passion for automation, this is your chance to make a significant impact on cutting\-edge projects! Heavy Tech Interview need to be cleared. **Duties** * Design, develop, and maintain robust automated test scripts using Playwright for web and mobile applications across various platforms including Android and iOS. * Collaborate with cross\-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into comprehensive test cases and automation frameworks. * Execute automated tests regularly within CI/CD pipelines, identify failures, and troubleshoot issues promptly to ensure smooth deployment cycles. * Perform detailed root cause analysis on defects uncovered during testing, working closely with developers to facilitate quick resolutions. * Conduct functional, performance, system, and user acceptance testing (UAT) to validate application features against specifications. * Manage test data creation, maintenance, and analysis using tools like MySQL, Microsoft SQL Server, or Oracle databases. * Track defects efficiently using defect tracking tools such as Jira or HP ALM, ensuring clear documentation and follow\-up. **Skills** * Strong proficiency in test automation frameworks with Playwright; experience with TestNG, JUnit, or similar tools is a plus. * Hands\-on experience with Selenium WebDriver for web automation; familiarity with Appium for mobile testing is highly desirable. * Solid understanding of RESTful APIs, SOAP web services, and API testing tools like Postman or REST clients. * Programming expertise in JavaScript, Python, Java, C\#, or related languages used for scripting automation tests. * Knowledge of continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines using Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, Azure DevOps or similar platforms. * Experience working within Agile software development methodologies such as Scrum or Kanban; familiarity with SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle). * Ability to perform data analysis using SQL (MySQL, SQL Server, PL/SQL) for validating backend data integrity during tests. * Familiarity with version control systems like Git or SVN to manage code repositories effectively. * Understanding of performance testing tools such as LoadRunner or JMeter; experience with system testing and performance benchmarking is advantageous. * Strong debugging skills combined with excellent problem\-solving capabilities; adept at identifying root causes of issues quickly. * Knowledge of mobile application testing on Android and iOS devices; experien