Automation Test Engineer – API & Playwright

Applied Research Solutions•Kettering, OH

About The Position

Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is seeking a detail-oriented, mid- to senior-level QA Automation Test Engineer with strong API testing and Playwright experience. The engineer will test software applications, identify defects, and help ensure products meet quality standards before release. The role includes designing and executing API and Playwright tests, validating API behavior, automating tests, integrating them into CI/CD pipelines, documenting defects and results, and supporting release and deployment testing. The engineer will collaborate with developers, product owners, and test team members to review specifications and requirements and contribute to quality and automation efforts.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen.
Active Secret clearance.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Security+ certification.
Strong understanding of software testing methodologies and best practices.
Experience with Playwright and TypeScript/JavaScript, including integrating tests into CI/CD pipelines.
Experience testing web applications and APIs.
Experience with API testing tools such as Swagger.
GitLab experience.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
Attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and execute functional, regression, integration, performance, and security API test cases.
Design, develop, and execute Playwright test cases.
Validate API responses for accuracy, performance, reliability, and compliance with business requirements.
Use API tools to automate and execute test suites.
Analyze API logs, errors, and response payloads to identify defects and root causes.
Collaborate with developers, product owners, and test team members to review API specifications and clarify requirements.
Create and maintain automated API test scripts using scripting languages.
Integrate API automation tests into CI/CD pipelines using GitLab.
Document test cases, test results, and defects with clear reproduction steps.
Ensure API quality standards, including performance, scalability, and security best practices.
Participate in requirements review meetings to ensure testability and quality considerations.
Maintain and update test documentation and procedures.
Support release management activities and deployment testing.
Perform compatibility testing across different browsers, devices, and operating systems.
Contribute to test automation efforts when applicable.
Perform other duties as required.