Job Description: Senior Playwright Automation Engineer
Location: Manitoba, Canada
Work Arrangement: Hybrid – Onsite 3 days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday)
Start Date: Immediate
Job Summary
We are looking for a skilled Playwright Automation Engineer with strong hands-on experience in test automation framework development, maintenance, and AI-driven testing. The ideal candidate should have practical knowledge of integrating Playwright with Model Context Protocol (MCP) and using AI tools to improve test generation, execution, and maintenance.
The candidate must possess excellent communication skills and be comfortable collaborating with stakeholders and explaining technical concepts clearly.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable test automation frameworks using Playwright.
- Create, execute, and maintain automated test scripts for web applications.
- Work with Playwright and MCP to support AI-assisted automation workflows.
- Leverage AI tools for test case generation, script maintenance, and test optimization.
- Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve automation issues.
- Collaborate with development and QA teams to improve test coverage and automation efficiency.
- Provide regular status updates and communicate technical findings to stakeholders.
Required Skills
- Strong hands-on experience with Playwright automation and framework design.
- Working knowledge of Playwright integration with MCP (Model Context Protocol).
- Practical experience using AI tools for test automation, including test generation and maintenance.
- Strong understanding of automation framework architecture and best practices.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
Location Requirements
- Must be based in Manitoba, Canada, or willing to relocate.
- Must be available to work onsite three days per week: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with JavaScript or TypeScript.
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing integration.
- Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.
- Ability to work independently and interact effectively with client-facing stakeholders.
