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Synechron is seeking a QA Automation Playwright professional with experience to design, implement, and maintain automation test scripts and frameworks. This role collaborates with QA and development teams to drive high-quality software delivery, develop end-to-end test scenarios, and integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines.
The ideal candidate will help reduce defects, accelerate release cycles, and contribute to process improvements across projects. Software Requirements Required Strong experience with test automation frameworks (e.g., Playwright, Selenium) Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, or JavaScript Experience with Playwright automation tool Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI) Knowledge of test management tools like JIRA, Test.
Rail Understanding of API testing using tools like Postman or Rest. Assured Experience with version control systems (Git) Knowledge of Linux commands; shell scripting is a plus Familiarity with Docker and containerized testing environments (optional) Overall Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain automation test scripts and frameworks using Playwright and other tools Collaborate with QA and development teams to understand testing requirements Develop test cases and automate end-to-end test scenarios Execute automated tests and analyze results to identify regressions and defects Integrate automation tests into CI/CD pipelines for continuous testing Maintain and improve existing automation frameworks and scripts Track, report, and verify bug fixes and improvements Ensure comprehensive documentation of testing processes and test cases Stay updated on latest automation tools and best practices Technical Skills (By Category) Programming Languages Essential: Java, Python, JavaScript, TypeScript Databases/Data Management Essential: Knowledge of database management systems and data structures Preferred: Data modeling concepts, data pipelines, ORM concepts Cloud Technologies Essential: Knowledge of cloud computing platforms and infrastructure Preferred: Docker/Kubernetes for test environments; containerized test runs Frameworks and Libraries Essential: Playwright; Selenium Web.
Driver (for context) Preferred: Test frameworks like TestNG, JUnit, Mocha, Jest depending on stack; API testing libraries Development Tools and Methodologies Essential: Project management tools and Agile methodologies; version control practices Preferred: CI/CD tooling for tests, automation utilities Security Protocols Essential: Knowledge of security and compliance considerations in test environments Preferred: Encryption, secrets management, governance practices Experience Requirements Years of Experience: 5–7 years Domain Experience: QA Automation with focus on Playwright or similar tools Industry Experience Preferences: Experience coordinating with QA, development, and product teams Alternative Experience Pathways: Equivalent hands-on QA automation leadership experience Day-to-Day Activities Developing and maintaining automation scripts for UI and API testing Reviewing testing requirements and designing automation strategies Executing automated test suites and analyzing results Integrating automation tests into CI/CD pipelines Debugging and troubleshooting automation failures Collaborating with developers and QA team members to reproduce and resolve issues Updating existing frameworks and creating new reusable components Creating detailed reports on test execution and defects Qualifications Educational Requirements: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field Certifications: Certifications in testing automation are a plus Training: Ongoing professional development in automation testing practices Equivalency: Relevant hands-on experience may be considered in place of formal degrees Soft Skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and collaboration skills Self-motivated and proactive attitude Ability to adapt quickly to changing technologies and priorities Attention to detail and high standards of quality Good organizational and time-management skills Professional Competencies Critical thinking and problem-solving Collaboration and teamwork Communication and stakeholder management Adaptability and learning orientation Innovation mindset Time and priority management S YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.
Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply.
We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more. All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law .
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