QA Automation Engineer

Applaudo

. Perform exploratory testing to understand application functionality, user workflows, and critical business scenarios before developing automation .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeRemote • Colombia, QatarMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and maintaining automated test suites using Playwright, with a strong focus on test design principles and integration into CI/CD workflows. Possesses strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams to enhance testing practices.

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Playwright Test Suite DevelopmentCI/CD IntegrationJavaScript ProficiencyTest Automation Framework DesignAPI Testing Experience

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Hard Skills

Automated TestingTest Design PrinciplesPage Object ModelObject-Oriented ProgrammingSQLRegression TestingExploratory TestingFunctional TestingVersion Control with GitHubAI-Assisted Testing Tools

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCritical ThinkingCommunication SkillsCollaborationAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Azure DevOpsAzure PipelinesPostgreSQLPlaywright MCPAzure Test Plans

Industry Keywords

AgileScrumContinuous Quality ValidationTest Data ManagementFlaky Test Handling

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureJavaScriptPostgresSQLTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform exploratory testing to understand application functionality, user workflows, and critical business scenarios before developing automation
Design, build, and maintain scalable Playwright test suites using the Page Object Model and established automation best practices
Develop automated regression and core workflow tests based on documented test cases and the team’s automation strategy
Build reusable test components and maintain reliable automation structures through effective selectors, test data management, and flaky test handling
Integrate automated tests into existing CI/CD workflows to support continuous quality validation
Execute functional, exploratory, and regression testing for new features, bug fixes, and application changes as needed
Identify test coverage gaps, unreliable automated tests, and quality risks, communicating findings and recommendations to QA leadership
Collaborate with Developers, Technical Leads, and QA team members to clarify requirements, investigate defects, and improve testability
Prioritize testing efforts based on user impact, business risks, and project requirements
Review and improve automation code to ensure readability, maintainability, and long-term reliability
Use AI-assisted testing tools when appropriate, validating generated tests to ensure they provide meaningful coverage
Document testing activities, automation decisions, execution results, and identified defects
Adapt between automation development and hands-on testing according to team priorities and delivery needs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field is desired, or equivalent professional experience
Strong hands-on experience designing, building, and maintaining automated test suites using Playwright
Proven experience establishing test automation framework structures, including reusable components and maintainable test architecture
Proficiency in JavaScript, TypeScript, or a comparable programming language
Strong knowledge of test design principles, including the Page Object Model (POM), stable selectors, flaky test management, and test data strategies
Hands-on experience performing functional, exploratory, and regression testing of web applications
Experience using version control and code review workflows with GitHub, Azure DevOps, or similar tools
Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills
Ability to quickly understand new products, user workflows, and business requirements
Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
Strong ownership, adaptability, and willingness to continuously improve testing practices
Practical understanding of AI-assisted testing tools, including evaluating generated test quality and identifying limitations
Strong verbal and written English communication skills
Availability to work from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM US Eastern Time
Experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines, including Azure Pipelines or similar tools
Familiarity with Azure DevOps and Azure Test Plans
Experience using Playwright MCP or similar AI-assisted testing tools
Strong understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)
Working knowledge of SQL and relational databases such as PostgreSQL
Experience with API testing, including Playwright’s built-in API testing capabilities
Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments and participating in planning, refinement, and retrospectives
Ability to communicate quality risks and test results to non-technical stakeholders
Experience working remotely with distributed teams and communicating asynchronously