SaaS QA Automation Engineer (Playwright / Typescript)
Posted Today by Kutir Inc
Negotiable
Undetermined
Hybrid
Remote or Hybrid in Fort Wayne, Indiana
Summary: The SaaS QA Automation Engineer will be responsible for building a comprehensive test automation framework for a collaborative incident management platform. This role requires hands-on automation expertise and a focus on quality throughout the development lifecycle. The ideal candidate will leverage AI tools to enhance test coverage and work closely with a Scrum team. A strong background in web test automation and Agile methodologies is essential for success in this position.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and build the end-to-end test automation framework in collaboration with senior engineers.
- Use agentic AI tools to accelerate test generation and increase coverage breadth.
- Maintain automated test suites derived from product specifications and discussions.
- Integrate automated tests into the GitLab CI/CD pipeline for reliable releases.
- Review requirements and provide feedback on technical design documents.
- Partner with engineers to embed quality throughout the development lifecycle.
- Actively participate in the Agile/Scrum process.
- Comprehend and adhere to OWASP Top 10 security best practices.
- Include security considerations in application development and modifications.
- Understand ISO 27001 security requirements.
Key Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
- 7+ years of experience in web test automation or software engineer in test role.
- Proven track record of building test automation frameworks from scratch.
- Hands-on experience using agentic AI tools for automated test coverage.
- Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development team.
- Proficiency in Playwright or similar automated test frameworks.
- Proficiency in web technologies including TypeScript, JavaScript, and REST APIs.
- Familiarity with GitLab or equivalent CI/CD pipelines.
- Experience with Accessibility, Performance, and Penetration Testing is preferred.
- Strong analytical and methodical problem-solving skills.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Fort Wayne
Country: USA
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Position Title: SaaS QA Automation Engineer
Location: Fort Wayne IN Hybrid / Remote (with some travel)
Duration: 6+ months
Claude experience or knowledge will be added plus
Job Description:
As a QA Automation Engineer, you'll join a highly skilled Scrum team building Client's collaborative incident management platform. This is a hands-on automation role with a clear mandate: build the test automation framework from the ground up and implement comprehensive test coverage across our existing solution, addressing accumulated testing gaps. You'll leverage agentic AI tools to accelerate automated test development. Our ideal candidate is a passionate advocate for quality who combines deep automation expertise with a pragmatic, delivery-focused mindset.
Responsibilities:
Test Automation & Coverage:
Design and build the end-to-end test automation framework in collaboration with senior engineers, establishing patterns and standards for the team.
Use agentic AI tools to accelerate test generation, increase coverage breadth, and identify edge cases across the platform.
Maintain automated test suites derived from product specifications and discussions with Product Owners, Business Analysts, and Software Engineers.
Integrate automated tests into the GitLab CI/CD pipeline to enable reliable, on-demand releases.
Collaboration & Process:
Review requirements, specifications, and technical design documents to provide timely and meaningful feedback.
Partner with engineers to shift testing left and embed quality throughout the development lifecycle.
Actively participate in the Agile/Scrum process.
Security:
Comprehend and adhere to the OWASP Top 10 security best practices.
Include security as a focus every time an application is created or modified.
Involve the Information Security liaison in the early stages of any major development.
Understand the ISO 27001 security requirements.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent work experience.
7+ years of experience in web test automation or a software engineer in test role.
Proven track record of building test automation frameworks from scratch.
Hands-on experience using agentic AI tools to generate and expand automated test coverage.
Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development team.
Skills & Knowledge:
Proficiency in Playwright or similar automated test frameworks and tools
Proficiency in web technologies including TypeScript, JavaScript, and REST APIs.
Familiarity with GitLab or equivalent CI/CD pipelines and integrating automated tests into build workflows.
Experience with Accessibility, Performance, and Penetration Testing is preferred.