Lead Automation Tester in JS

We are seeking a Lead Automation Tester in JS to set quality strategy and automation architecture for web platforms using Playwright and JavaScript. You will define quality standards, lead shift-left practices, and embed robust UI, API, and integration testing across complex enterprise-scale systems. Join the team to raise release readiness and help quality scale as the platform grows - apply now

Responsibilities

• Design and own the end-to-end automation strategy using Playwright and JavaScript
• Define automation architecture, patterns, and best practices for the team
• Ensure test suites remain scalable, maintainable, and performant as coverage grows
• Drive shift-left testing adoption across the delivery lifecycle
• Establish quality gates and enforcement within CI/CD pipelines
• Implement and oversee UI, API, and integration test coverage
• Create test strategies for complex user journeys and external integrations
• Manage test data and orchestrate environments for reliable execution
• Lead code reviews for test automation code and standards
• Eliminate flaky tests and improve overall execution reliability
• Mentor mid-level and junior Quality Engineers through coaching and guidance
• Partner with Product, Engineering, and Delivery leaders to assess release readiness

Requirements

• Hands-on experience of 5+ years in Quality Engineering or Test Automation
• Proven track record acting as a Lead QE or Automation Lead
• Deep expertise with Playwright at scale
• High proficiency in JavaScript
• Solid understanding of frontend and backend architectures
• Practical experience testing REST APIs
• Proven experience integrating automation into CI/CD pipelines
• Strong knowledge of test architecture, test data, and environment management
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Background working with complex enterprise-scale platforms
• English proficiency at B2 (Upper-Intermediate) level or higher