Test Automation Architect - 15+years exp. (Prefer Local Consultants)
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Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Test Automation Architect to design, develop and implement robust and scalable test automation frameworks with a strong focus on Playwright. This role will leverage the power of AI assisted development using GitHub Copilot to optimize test creation and maintenance. The ideal candidate will be a visionary leader driving best practices in test automation and ensuring the delivery of high quality software products.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop and maintain comprehensive test automation frameworks using Playwright with TypeScript.
- Lead the adoption and effective utilization of GitHub Copilot to accelerate test script development, refactoring, and debugging.
- Define and implement automation strategies for end-to-end API and performance testing.
- Collaborate with development, QA, and DevOps teams to integrate automated tests into CI / CD pipelines.
- Establish and enforce test automation best practices, coding standards, and design patterns.
- Mentor and guide automation engineers on Playwright, GitHub Copilot, and general test automation principles.
- Evaluate and recommend new tools, technologies, and methodologies to enhance test automation capabilities.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex automation issues ensuring the stability and reliability of test suites.
- Provide technical leadership and strategic direction for the test automation function.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field; 15 years of experience in software testing and test automation with at least 3 years in an Architect or Lead role.Extensive hands-on experience designing and implementing test automation frameworks with Playwright.Proven experience utilizing GitHub Copilot for efficient code generation, test script creation, and refactoring.Strong understanding of modern web technologies, APIs, and microservices architecture.Proficiency in programming languages such as TypeScript, Python, or C#; experience with CI / CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps) and version control (Git); deep understanding of testing methodologies including Agile and DevOps principles.Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills; ability to lead, mentor, and collaborate effectively within a team environment.Master's degree in a relevant field (preferred).Experience with other test automation tools / frameworks such as Selenium, Cypress.Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).Experience with test management tools such as JIRA, Zephyr.Certifications in relevant technologies or methodologies (preferred).Mandatory Skills
Ready API, Rest Assured, Playwright TypeScript Automation, Postman for Testing, SOAP UI for Testing.
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