Playwright Architect

Location : Austin, Texas

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Playwright Architect to lead the transformation of our test automation strategy. This role involves migrating legacy Selenium-based frameworks to a modern, scalable, multi-language Playwright automation suite. You will be a key contributor in shaping the future of quality engineering across our platforms.

Job Responsibilities

• Architect and implement a multi-language Playwright automation framework (Java, JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, C#).
• Lead the migration from Selenium-Java (TestNG, Maven, POM) to Playwright.
• Design, develop, and maintain robust automated test scripts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define test strategies and integrate automation into CI/CD pipelines.
• Conduct code reviews, enforce best practices, and mentor junior QA engineers.
• Ensure scalability, reliability, and performance of test automation across platforms.
• Utilize AI agents to accelerate migration and improve automation efficiency.

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field.
• 7–10 years of experience in QA Engineering or SDET roles.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience with test automation tools and frameworks.
• Proficiency in Java, Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, .NET/C#.
• Strong SQL skills with ability to write complex queries.
• Proven leadership in project delivery and release management.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, agile environment.

Preferred Skills

• Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Deep understanding of CI/CD and DevOps practices.
• Experience with Playwright, Appium, Selenium, TestNG, BDD, Cucumber, SauceLabs.
• Prior experience in Agile/Scrum teams.
• Exposure to Agentic AI solutions for automation.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS).
• Experience with version control tools (Git, SVN).
• Background in financial services is a plus.

Life at Capgemini

• Capgemini supports all aspects of your well-being throughout the changing stages of your life and career. For eligible employees, we offer:
• Flexible work
• Healthcare including dental, vision, mental health, and well-being programs
• Financial well-being programs such as 401(k) and Employee Share Ownership Plan
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Family building benefits like adoption assistance, surrogacy, and cryopreservation
• Social well-being benefits like subsidized back-up child/elder care and tutoring
• Mentoring, coaching and learning programs
• Employee Resource Groups
• Disaster Relief

Disclaimer

Capgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

This is a general description of the Duties, Responsibilities and Qualifications required for this position. Physical, mental, sensory or environmental demands may be referenced in an attempt to communicate the manner in which this position traditionally is performed. Whenever necessary to provide individuals with disabilities an equal employment opportunity, Capgemini will consider reasonable accommodations that might involve varying job requirements and/or changing the way this job is performed, provided that such accommodations do not pose an undue hardship.

Capgemini is committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodation, please reach out to your recruiting contact.

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