Job Title: QA Tester (Manual and Automation) - AIJob Location: Chantilly, VAPosition OverviewQA tester (Manual and Automation) with experience with PlayWright, AI testing, etc.
Job SummaryWe are looking for a detail-oriented and highly skilled
QA Tester with strong experience in both
manual and automation testing. The ideal candidate should have hands-on expertise in
Playwright automation, solid understanding of
modern QA practices, and exposure to
AI-driven testing tools and techniques. You will be responsible for ensuring high product quality, developing robust test frameworks, and contributing to continuous testing within Agile environments.
Key ResponsibilitiesManual Testing- Analyze business requirements, functional specifications, and user stories.
- Design, develop, and execute test cases, test scenarios, and test data.
- Perform functional, regression, smoke, sanity, and exploratory testing.
- Identify, log, track, and verify defects using tools like Jira, Azure DevOps, etc.
- Collaborate with developers and product teams to resolve issues effectively.
Automation Testing- Develop and maintain automated test scripts using Playwright (JavaScript/TypeScript or Python).
- Build scalable and maintainable test automation frameworks.
- Integrate tests within CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitHub Actions, Jenkins, Azure Pipelines).
- Ensure cross-browser and cross-platform testing coverage.
- Analyze automation results and improve test reliability.
AI-Driven Testing- Leverage AI/ML-based testing tools to improve test coverage and efficiency.
- Use AI tools for self-healing test scripts, test case generation, and defect prediction.
- Evaluate and integrate solutions such as test optimization tools, visual AI testing, or NLP-based test automation.
- Stay updated on emerging trends in AI-assisted QA and intelligent automation.
Collaboration & Processes- Actively participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies (Sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives).
- Work closely with developers, DevOps, and product managers.
- Contribute to test strategy, QA processes, and quality improvements.
- Maintain documentation for testing processes and automation frameworks.
Required Skills & QualificationsTechnical Skills- Strong experience in manual and automation testing (3 years preferred).
- Hands-on experience with Playwright for end-to-end test automation.
- Proficiency in JavaScript / TypeScript / Python.
- Experience with API testing (Postman, REST Assured, etc.).
- Knowledge of CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps).
- Familiarity with version control systems (Git).
AI Testing Skills- Exposure to AI-based testing tools (e.g., Testim, Applitools, Functionize, or similar).
- Understanding of concepts like:
- Self-healing automation
- Intelligent test generation
- Visual/UI AI testing
- Basic knowledge of machine learning applications in QA is a plus.
Testing Knowledge- Strong understanding of SDLC, STLC, and QA methodologies.
- Experience with test management tools (TestRail, Zephyr, etc.).
- Familiarity with BDD frameworks (Cucumber, SpecFlow) is a plus.
Soft Skills- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication and documentation skills.
- Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality.
- Ability to work independently and in a team.
Preferred Qualifications- Experience in testing microservices architecture.
- Familiarity with performance testing tools (JMeter, k6).
- Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Exposure to security testing basics.
- Certifications like ISTQB are a plus.
Benefits (Optional Section)- Competitive salary and benefits
- Flexible work environment
- Learning and development opportunities
- Exposure to cutting-edge AI testing tools
Experience LevelMid-level: 3-6 years
