QA Automation Engineer (Web & API Automation)

We have an urgent requirement for QA Automation Engineer (Web & API Automation)  is required for our banking client in Abu Dhabi, UAE

QA Automation Engineer with deep expertise in Playwright (TypeScript / JavaScript) is MUST

AI/ML-based test analytics is MUST

API automation suites (REST / GraphQL) is MUST

test APIs using Postman or SoapUI is MUST

Experience in banking, fintech is MUST

 From designing intelligent test frameworks to driving AI-powered automation pipelines, you’ll have the freedom to shape how we deliver reliable, secure, and high-performance digital banking experiences for our customers.

About the Role

We’re seeking a hands-on QA Automation Engineer with deep expertise in Playwright (TypeScript / JavaScript) and API automation using tools like Rest Assured, Playwright, or Pytest, and programming proficiency in JavaScript / TypeScript, Java, or Python.

The ideal candidate will also have strong experience in framework design, performance, security, and AI-driven testing, collaborating closely with Product, Development, DevOps, SRE, and Business teams to deliver intelligent, scalable digital solutions.

Key Responsibilities

•              Design and develop automation frameworks from scratch using Playwright, Rest Assured, or Pytest.

•              Build comprehensive API automation suites (REST / GraphQL) with schema validation and reusable components.

•              Implement AI-driven testing features such as self-healing locators, intelligent test generation, and predictive defect analytics.

•              Conduct performance testing using K6, Gatling, or JMeter, identifying bottlenecks and recommending optimizations.

•              Partner with DevSecOps and SRE to embed security and resilience checks within CI/CD pipelines.

•              Execute automation tests on cloud platforms (BrowserStack / LambdaTest) for cross-browser validation.

•              Integrate automation suites into CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, Jenkins, Azure DevOps) to enable continuous validation.

•              Collaborate with Product, Dev, DevOps, and Business teams to define test strategies, quality gates, and acceptance criteria.

•              Generate detailed test dashboards and analytics reports for visibility and decision-making.

Required Skills & Experience

•              Minimum 5+ years of QA Automation experience with focus on Web & API automation.

•              Strong hands-on experience with Playwright, Rest Assured, or Pytest for Web and API automation.

•              Programming proficiency in JavaScript / TypeScript, Java, or Python.

•              Should know how to test APIs using Postman or SoapUI for functional and quick validations.

•              Proven experience in designing and developing automation frameworks from scratch.

•              Solid understanding of API testing, JSON schema validation, and service mocking.

•              Exposure to AI-powered or self-healing automation frameworks.

•              Proficiency in performance testing (K6 / Gatling / JMeter).

•              Knowledge of application security testing and OWASP Top 10.

•              Familiarity with cloud execution farms (BrowserStack / LambdaTest).

•              Expertise in CI/CD integration and Dockerized environments.

Preferred Qualifications

•              Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

•              Experience in banking, fintech, or digital transformation projects.

•              Familiarity with AI/ML-based test analytics and quality insights.

•              Experience in analysing logs and metrics to identify root causes and resolve issues.

•              Excellent communication and cross-team collaboration skills.

•              Self-driven and ownership-oriented, able to work independently with minimal supervision.