Job Overview
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
1. Design, develop, and maintain automation frameworks from scratch using Playwright and TypeScript
2. Implement UI, API, and end-to-end test automation strategies
3. Integrate automation suites into CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or similar)
4. Define and implement test strategies, quality gates, and reporting metrics
5. Drive AI-based QA initiatives (test generation, optimization, self-healing tests)
6. Identify and resolve test flakiness and performance bottlenecks
7. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and client stakeholders/
8. Lead and mentor offshore/onshore QA teams
9. Establish best practices, coding standards, and reusable automation components
Required Skills
1. 10+ years of experience in QA / Test Automation
2. Proven experience as a QA Automation Architect / Staff QA Engineer
3. Strong hands-on expertise in:
1. Playwright (Mandatory)
2. TypeScript (Mandatory)
3. UI Automation & API Testing
4. Experience building automation frameworks from scratch
5. Strong understanding of CI/CD integration and DevOps practices
6. Experience with AI/ML in QA (test generation, predictive analysis, or intelligent automation)
7. Excellent debugging, problem-solving, and analytical skills
8. Strong communication and client-facing experience
Preferred Qualifications
1. Experience with Playwright MCP Server or AI-based automation tools
2. Insurance or regulated domain experience
3. Experience working in onsite-offshore delivery models