Job Title: QA Automation Architect (Playwright + AI-Driven QA)
Location: Los Angeles; CA
Work Mode: Hybrid (2–3 days onsite)
Duration : Long Term
Visa: H1B; GC; & TN Visas can apply.
Job Description:
We are seeking a QA Automation Architect to lead the design and implementation of scalable, enterprise-grade automation frameworks. This role requires a hands-on technical leader with deep expertise in Playwright, TypeScript, UI/API automation, and AI-driven QA practices.
You will be responsible for driving automation strategy, improving test coverage, and enabling high-quality releases across distributed teams.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain automation frameworks from scratch using Playwright and TypeScript
Implement UI, API, and end-to-end test automation strategies
Integrate automation suites into CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or similar)
Define and implement test strategies, quality gates, and reporting metrics
Drive AI-based QA initiatives (test generation, optimization, self-healing tests)
Identify and resolve test flakiness and performance bottlenecks
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and client stakeholders
Lead and mentor offshore/onshore QA teams
Establish best practices, coding standards, and reusable automation components
Required Skills
10+ years of experience in QA / Test Automation
Proven experience as a QA Automation Architect / Staff QA Engineer
Strong hands-on expertise in:
Playwright (Mandatory)
TypeScript (Mandatory)
UI Automation & API Testing
Experience building automation frameworks from scratch
Strong understanding of CI/CD integration and DevOps practices
Experience with AI/ML in QA (test generation, predictive analysis, or intelligent automation)
Excellent debugging, problem-solving, and analytical skills
Strong communication and client-facing experience
Preferred Skills:
Experience with Playwright MCP Server or AI-based automation tools
Insurance or regulated domain experience
Experience working in onsite-offshore delivery models.