Job Title
Sr. Test Engineer – Quality Engineering (API Automation, Playwright)
Expected Work Experience
Candidate must have relevant experience of 5 to 9 Years.
Job Location
United Kingdom
Job Summary
Sr. Test Engineer responsible for designing, developing, and executing automated tests for digital applications and cloud-based solutions using Playwright API framework and other automation tools, ensuring high-quality, reliable, and scalable software delivery. Candidate must have relevant experience of 5 to 9 Years.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain automated API test scripts using Playwright API framework for digital and cloud-based applications.
- Collaborate with developers, architects, and product owners to understand functional and non-functional requirements and translate them into robust automation test scenarios.
- Implement and enhance test automation frameworks, focusing on reusability, scalability, and maintainability.
- Perform API automation testing to validate integrations, data flows, and service reliability across digital application and cloud engineering ecosystems.
- Develop comprehensive test design for automation, including test data strategy, coverage analysis, and risk-based testing approaches.
- Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines to enable continuous testing and rapid feedback.
- Analyze test results, identify defects, and work closely with engineering teams to ensure timely resolution.
- Ensure adherence to quality engineering best practices, coding standards, and documentation for automation assets.
- Contribute to test strategy, test planning, and estimation activities for projects and releases.
- Mentor junior team members in automation testing, Playwright usage, and quality engineering practices.
Other Capabilities
- Strong understanding of digital application and cloud engineering concepts, including microservices and API-first architectures.
- Ability to design modular, reusable, and maintainable automation components.
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments with close collaboration across cross-functional teams.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on quality and continuous improvement.
- Effective communication skills to articulate test strategies, risks, and results to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Qualifications and Skills
- Proven experience in Quality Engineering with a focus on API automation testing using Playwright API framework.
- Hands-on experience in automation testing and test design for automation, including creation of robust test cases and suites.
- Proficiency in at least one programming or scripting language commonly used for automation (e.g., JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, or similar).
- Experience with CI/CD tools and integrating automated tests into build and deployment pipelines.
- Familiarity with RESTful APIs, JSON, and related testing tools and techniques.
- Understanding of defect management, test management tools, and reporting mechanisms.
- Exposure to cloud platforms and digital application ecosystems is preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Security-conscious mindset with the ability to work in environments requiring strict compliance and governance.
Note:This role requires UK Security Clearance (SC) and eligibility.
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Sr. Test Engineer employer: Mastek Limited
As a Lead Python Developer in Leeds, you'll join a dynamic team dedicated to delivering secure and impactful digital services within the UK public sector. Our hybrid working model promotes a balanced work-life environment, while our commitment to employee growth ensures you have access to continuous learning opportunities and the chance to influence technical decisions that shape the future of public services. With a focus on collaboration and innovation, we provide a supportive culture where your contributions directly enhance service reliability and user satisfaction.
