Quality Assurance Engineer (Playwright, API Testing)

Position Title: QA Engineer

Position Type: Full-time

Duration: Long Term

Work Location: Pune, MH

Work Preference: Onsite

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive QA Engineer with 2–4 years of experience in Manual and Automation Testing. The ideal candidate should possess strong testing fundamentals, hands-on experience in API and performance testing, and exposure to modern automation frameworks such as Playwright. The candidate should be capable of analyzing application logs, identifying issues, and ensuring high-quality software releases.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute test plans, test cases, and test scripts for web-based applications.

• Perform comprehensive Manual Testing to validate application functionality and user experience.

• Develop and maintain Automation Test Scripts using Playwright.

• Conduct API Testing using tools such as Postman or similar platforms.

• Execute Performance Testing and analyze application behavior under load.

• Monitor, read, and analyze application and server logs to identify defects and troubleshoot issues.

• Track, document, and manage defects through their complete lifecycle.

• Collaborate closely with developers, Business Analysts, and stakeholders to ensure quality deliverables.

• Participate in requirement analysis, sprint planning, and testing activities throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).

• Work with bug tracking and project management tools such as JIRA, Monday.com, or similar platforms.

• Support infrastructure validation and environment verification activities when required.

Required Skills

• 2–4 years of experience in Software Testing.

• Strong understanding of SQL and Database concepts.

• Hands-on experience in API Testing.

• Experience in Manual and Automation Testing.

• Practical knowledge of Playwright Automation Framework.

• Experience in Performance Testing.

• Ability to read, understand, and analyze application logs.

• Good understanding of the Bug Lifecycle and defect management processes.

• Basic understanding of SDLC and Agile methodologies.

• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Good-to-Have Skills

• Experience with TOSCA and Selenium.

• Exposure to Infrastructure Validation activities.

• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and test automation best practices.

Gen AI Rag Knowledge

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.

• Quick learner with an eagerness to adopt new tools and technologies.

• Seniority Level