Playwright Test Automation Engineer
- Hybrid
- Zurich
- QA
Job description
We are opening a position for a Playwright Test Automation Engineer to strengthen the team of our client based in Zurich. The role is part of a complex web application environment in an academic context, with a strong focus on software quality and sustainable test automation practices.
Job responsibilities
Design, implement, and continuously improve automated testing approaches for modern web applications
Develop, maintain, and execute automated test scenarios using Playwright, integrated into CI/CD pipelines
Work closely with development teams, test management, and business stakeholders
Ensure robustness, maintainability, and stability of automated test suites
Define and implement effective test data management and isolation strategies
Analyze test results and actively contribute to defect identification and resolution
Participate in project ceremonies and represent testing activities in cross-functional meetings
Job requirements
At least 3 years of experience in automated testing of web applications and APIs
Strong hands-on experience with Playwright and solid knowledge of TypeScript
Experience working with CI/CD environments (e.g. GitLab CI, Azure DevOps)
Good understanding of test design principles (E2E, integration testing, test pyramid)
Ability to design scalable and maintainable test architectures
Basic experience with API testing (REST, JSON, mocking)
Structured approach to test documentation and analysis
Team-oriented mindset, autonomy, and strong delivery focus
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25 days paid vacations (+1)
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Sword has been a leading player in Switzerland for more than 20 years in consulting and IT services, software development, infrastructure management, and quality assurance. From our offices in Geneva, Nyon, Lausanne, Fribourg, and Sion, and in collaboration with the Group's centers worldwide, our nearly 400 employees accompany large organizations, private companies, and government agencies in their technological transformations.
