We are looking for a highly skilled and proactive Senior QA Automation Engineer to join our growing QA team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in automation testing, CI/CD integration, AI-assisted development tools, and test management platforms. This role requires hands-on expertise in building scalable automation frameworks, integrating automated testing pipelines, and collaborating closely with development, DevOps, and product teams to ensure high-quality software delivery. The candidate should be passionate about modern QA practices, test optimization, and leveraging AI-powered tools to improve productivity and software quality. Key Responsibilities • Design, develop, and maintain scalable automation frameworks for web applications and APIs • Create and execute automated test scripts using Playwright and other modern automation tools • Perform functional, regression, smoke, integration, and end-to-end testing • Integrate automated test suites within CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI/CD • Collaborate with DevOps teams to ensure smooth deployment validation and release quality • Utilize AI-powered tools such as Amazon Q and Kiro to improve testing efficiency, debugging, and development workflows • Work closely with product owners, developers, and business stakeholders to understand requirements and testing needs • Manage and track test cases, defects, and QA processes using Jira and Qmetry • Participate in sprint planning, backlog grooming, and Agile ceremonies • Perform API testing using tools like Postman, REST Assured, or similar platforms • Conduct cross-browser and cross-platform testing • Analyze test results, troubleshoot issues, and provide detailed defect reports • Mentor junior QA engineers and contribute to QA best practices and process improvements • Ensure automation coverage and maintain high-quality standards across projects Required Skills & Experience • 5+ years of experience in QA Automation Engineering • Strong hands-on experience with Playwright automation framework • Experience with JavaScript/TypeScript or Java-based automation frameworks • Strong knowledge of GitLab CI/CD pipeline integration and automation execution • Experience working with Jira and Qmetry for test management and defect tracking • Familiarity with AI-assisted engineering tools such as Amazon Q and Kiro • Strong understanding of SDLC, STLC, and Agile/Scrum methodologies • Experience with API automation and testing tools • Knowledge of version control systems such as Git • Experience with database validation and SQL queries • Understanding of performance testing concepts is a plus • Excellent debugging, analytical, and problem-solving skills • Strong communication and collaboration abilities Preferred Qualifications • Experience with Selenium, Cypress, or other automation tools • Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP • Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, or containerized testing environments • Experience with performance testing tools like JMeter or LoadRunner • ISTQB or relevant QA certifications are a plus