Job Summary
Synechron is seeking an experienced QC Automation Engineer specializing in Playwright and TypeScript to develop, maintain, and enhance automated testing frameworks supporting our software products. This role involves creating reliable, scalable automation scripts, collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify test requirements, and ensuring quality across web and API layers. The ideal candidate will stay current with emerging testing methodologies and contribute to continuous improvement in automation practices supporting enterprise delivery.
Software Requirements
Required Software Proficiency:
Playwright (latest version) — hands-on experience designing and maintaining automation scripts for web UI and API testing
TypeScript — proficiency in writing scalable, maintainable automation code supporting end-to-end testing
JavaScript (ES6+) — supporting scripting and test automation in web environments
Testing frameworks: Jest, Mocha, or Playwright’s own test runner support — for unit, integration, and end-to-end test support
Version control: Git and GitHub — for managing automation codebases and collaboration support
Browsers support: Chrome, Firefox, Edge supporting cross-browser testing support supporting enterprise standards
Preferred Software Skills:
API testing tools: Postman, REST API documentation, and validation support
CI/CD tools: Jenkins, Azure DevOps, GitLab CI supporting automated build and deployment pipelines
Performance testing tools support: support for load testing of APIs and web apps supporting scalability testing
Overall Responsibilities
Develop, enhance, and maintain scalable automation scripts for web UI and API testing supporting enterprise applications
Support automation efforts supporting CI/CD pipelines, continuous testing, and deployment processes
Collaborate with developers, product teams, and QA to identify test cases, automate validation, and improve testing coverage
Drive best practices in automation scripting, code maintainability, and reusability for enterprise standards
Conduct automated regression, performance, and security testing supporting high-quality standards
Troubleshoot automation failures, optimize scripts for speed and reliability, and support troubleshooting workflows
Stay updated with new automation tools, frameworks, and testing practices, recommending process improvements
Document automation architecture, scripts, test cases, and operational procedures supporting compliance and audit readiness
Technical Skills (By Category)
Languages & Frameworks (Essential):
TypeScript, JavaScript (ES6+), Playwright’s test framework support — core skills supporting scalable web and API testing
Tools & Platforms:
Git, GitHub — managing source code and version control supporting collaborative automation development
CI/CD pipelines: Jenkins, Azure DevOps, GitLab — supporting fast, automated deployment and testing cycles
Browsers: Chrome, Firefox, Edge — for cross-browser UI testing over multiple environments
Testing & Automation:
Playwright — automation framework supporting cross-browser, web, and API testing
Support tools: Postman, REST API validation tools supporting API testing and validation support
Experience Requirements
4-8 years supporting automation testing for enterprise applications supporting web, API, and system robustness
Proven experience developing and maintaining automation frameworks supporting regression, performance, and security testing
Hands-on experience supporting CI/CD automation supporting rapid DevOps cycles in agile environments
Industry experience supporting enterprise-grade applications in regulated sectors (preferred)
Background supporting automation in web and API testing supporting compliance and security standards
Day-to-Day Activities
Develop, maintain, and enhance Playwright-based automation scripts for web and API testing
Automate regression, functional, and performance tests supporting continuous integration cycles
Collaborate with development, QA, and product teams to expand automation coverage and validate new features
Troubleshoot automation failures, perform root cause analysis, and optimize scripts for speed and reliability
Support CI/CD pipelines by integrating automated tests supporting page performance, security, and deployment checks
Maintain detailed documentation including test plans, scripts, and operational procedures
Support troubleshooting workflows for automation failures across web and API environments
Assist in performance and load testing exercises for scalability assessments supporting enterprise standards
Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
4+ years supporting automation frameworks supporting enterprise web and API testing
Certifications in automation tools (e.g., ISTQB, Playwright certifications) are preferred
Proven experience implementing automation practices supporting continuous delivery in regulated environments
Professional Competencies
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills supporting complex web and API automation issues
Leadership qualities to guide junior engineers and foster automation best practices
Excellent communication skills supporting stakeholder engagement and technical documentation
Adaptability supporting evolving automation frameworks, security, and enterprise standards
Continuous learning mindset supporting new testing tools, frameworks, and best practices
Organizational skills to support multiple automation projects and testing initiatives effectively in fast-paced environments
SYNECHRON’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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