Senior QA Engineer, Playwright
Spark Eighteen
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: United States
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About the role
- This is a remote position
- We are looking for a QA Engineer (Playwright) – Senior II who is not just an automation engineer, but also a strong coder and critical thinker
- This role requires a solid foundation in programming fundamentals and fluency in TypeScript/JavaScript, with a proven record of implementing clean, maintainable, and scalable test automation frameworks
- You will work on mission-critical systems in a fast-paced Agile environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless quality delivery
- The role involves designing and optimizing modular automation frameworks
- Automating tests across APIs and backend systems
- Integrating automation pipelines into CI/CD
- Leading test strategies
- Maintaining test stability
- Owning release documentation
- Mentoring junior engineers on best practices
Requirements
- 5-7 years of total experience in Quality Assurance
- Strong programming background with expertise in JavaScript/TypeScript, including core concepts, design patterns, data structures, and debugging
- Minimum 1-2 years of hands-on experience using Playwright with TypeScript/JavaScript
- Proven ability to write well-structured, production-quality automation code
- Experience designing, building, and optimizing scalable automation frameworks
- Practical experience in API testing using Playwright, Axios, or similar libraries
- Backend validation expertise with SQL/PostgreSQL/MySQL
- Experience integrating automation pipelines with CI/CD tools such as GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or CircleCI
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to take ownership in dynamic product environments
- Proven experience maintaining test stability, debugging failures, and driving continuous improvements
- Ability to lead test strategy discussions and contribute proactively in Agile ceremonies
- Ownership of test plans, strategies, and release documentation
- Experience mentoring junior team members on coding, automation, and testing best practices
- Deep understanding of QA methodologies, Agile principles, and the software test lifecycle
Benefits
- Comprehensive insurance coverage that gives you peace of mind, so you can focus on doing your best work
- Flexible work arrangements designed to support sustained productivity, personal well-being, and work-life balance
- Continuous learning and accelerated skill development through hands-on projects and mentorship from experienced industry leaders
- Global client exposure across 20+ countries, offering real-world experience with diverse markets and business environments
- Opportunity to work on high-impact, large-scale projects that have collectively generated over $1B in measurable business value
- Competitive, market-aligned compensation packages that recognize performance, expertise, and long-term contribution
- Monthly demo days that celebrate innovation, showcase your work, and give you a real voice in what we build
- Annual recognition programs and performance-driven awards in a truly meritocratic environment
- Referral bonuses that reward you for helping grow a strong, like-minded team
- A strong problem-solving culture with opportunities to tackle meaningful, real-world challenges
- A positive, people-first workplace that supports happiness, balance, and long-term growth
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
TypeScriptJavaScriptPlaywrightAPI testingSQLPostgreSQLMySQLCI/CDGitHub ActionsJenkins
Soft Skills
critical thinkingproblem-solvingleadershipmentoringcollaborationownershipcommunicationAgile methodologyadaptabilityproactive contribution