Quality Automation Engineer (Playwright) - Senior

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New Delhi, Delhi, IND
In-Office
Senior level
Information Technology • Marketing Tech • Software • Design
The Role
Design, build, and optimize scalable Playwright automation frameworks using TypeScript or JavaScript. Automate UI, API, and backend testing; integrate test pipelines with CI/CD; maintain test stability; debug failures; lead test strategy and release documentation; contribute to Agile ceremonies; and mentor junior QA engineers. The role also involves SQL-based backend validation and collaboration with cross-functional teams on mission-critical systems.
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We are looking for a QA Engineer (Playwright) - Senior II who is not just an automation engineer, but also a strong coder and critical thinker. This role requires a solid foundation in programming fundamentals and fluency in TypeScript/JavaScript, with a proven record of implementing clean, maintainable, and scalable test automation frameworks. You will work on mission-critical systems in a fast-paced Agile environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless quality delivery. 

The role involves designing and optimising modular automation frameworks, automating tests across APIs and backend systems, integrating automation pipelines into CI/CD, leading test strategies, maintaining test stability, owning release documentation, and mentoring junior engineers on best practices.

Note: We are looking for an immediate joiner. Candidates who can start right away or within a very short notice period will be given preference.




Requirements
  • 7+ years of total experience in Quality Assurance

  • Strong programming background with expertise in JavaScript/TypeScript, including core concepts, design patterns, data structures, and debugging

  • Minimum 1-2 years of hands-on experience using Playwright with TypeScript/JavaScript

  • Proven ability to write well-structured, production-quality automation code

  • Experience designing, building, and optimising scalable automation frameworks

  • Practical experience in API testing using Playwright, Axios, or similar libraries

  • Backend validation expertise with SQL/PostgreSQL/MySQL

  • Experience integrating automation pipelines with CI/CD tools such as GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or CircleCI

  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to take ownership in dynamic product environments

  • Proven experience maintaining test stability, debugging failures, and driving continuous improvements

  • Ability to lead test strategy discussions and contribute proactively in Agile ceremonies.

  • Ownership of test plans, strategies, and release documentation

  • Experience mentoring junior team members on coding, automation, and testing best practices

  • Deep understanding of QA methodologies, Agile principles, and the software test lifecycle

  • Nice to have: experience with cloud environments (AWS preferred)

  • Nice to have: familiarity with Docker/Kubernetes and microservices

  • Nice to have: exposure to performance and security testing tools and strategies.



Benefits
  • Comprehensive insurance coverage that gives you peace of mind, so you can focus on doing your best work

  • Flexible work arrangements designed to support sustained productivity, personal well-being, and work-life balance

  • Continuous learning and accelerated skill development through hands-on projects and mentorship from experienced industry leaders

  • Global client exposure across 20+ countries, offering real-world experience with diverse markets and business environments.

  • Opportunity to work on high-impact, large-scale projects that have collectively generated over $1B in measurable business value

  • Competitive, market-aligned compensation packages that recognize performance, expertise, and long-term contribution

  • Monthly demo days that celebrate innovation, showcase your work, and give you a real voice in what we build

  • Annual recognition programs and performance-driven awards in a truly meritocratic environment

  • Referral bonuses that reward you for helping grow a strong, like-minded team

  • A strong problem-solving culture with opportunities to tackle meaningful, real-world challenges

  • A positive, people-first workplace that supports happiness, balance, and long-term growth



Skills Required

  • 7+ years of total experience in Quality Assurance
  • Strong programming background and expertise in JavaScript or TypeScript, including core concepts, design patterns, data structures, and debugging
  • 1–2 years of hands-on Playwright experience with TypeScript or JavaScript
  • Ability to write well-structured, production-quality automation code
  • Experience designing, building, and optimizing scalable automation frameworks
  • Practical API testing experience using Playwright, Axios, or similar libraries
  • Backend validation expertise with SQL, PostgreSQL, or MySQL
  • Experience integrating automation pipelines with GitHub Actions, Jenkins, CircleCI, or similar CI/CD tools
  • Strong problem-solving and ownership skills in dynamic product environments
  • Experience maintaining test stability, debugging failures, and driving continuous improvements
  • Ability to lead test strategy discussions and contribute proactively in Agile ceremonies
  • Ownership of test plans, strategies, and release documentation
  • Experience mentoring junior team members on coding, automation, and testing best practices
  • Deep understanding of QA methodologies, Agile principles, and the software test lifecycle
  • Experience with cloud environments, preferably AWS
  • Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and microservices
  • Exposure to performance and security testing tools and strategies
  • Immediate availability or ability to start with very short notice
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The Company
154 Employees
Year Founded: 2012

What We Do

Spark Eighteen is a Delhi-based design and technology studio that builds scalable software products and digital solutions end to end. Its capabilities include AI and machine learning, web and application development, digital marketing, UI/UX and graphic design, content creation, and related brand-management services. The company works with founders, startups, and enterprises, combining global engineering and design talent to deliver impactful products and technology services.

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