Job DescriptionThe Front Office UI Automation Engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining robust UI automation solutions for front-office applications using Playwright, Node.js, and modern automation frameworks. The ideal candidate should have 5–7 years of experience in software testing and UI automation, with strong hands-on expertise in Playwright, Node.js, automation framework development, and CI/CD integration. This role involves close collaboration with manual QA teams, developers, business analysts, and project managers to automate test cases and ensure high-quality software delivery. The engineer will focus on Fixed Income trading workflows, test automation framework enhancement, regression testing, and continuous integration to support reliable and efficient application testing.
Location: PuneExperience : 5 to 7 YearsKey ResponsibilitiesAutomate UI test cases based on requirements and scenarios defined by the manual QA team.Design, develop, execute, and maintain robust UI automation scripts using Playwright, Node.js, and related frameworks.Integrate automated test cases with test management, reporting, and defect-tracking tools.Contribute to the enhancement and maintenance of automation frameworks in alignment with architectural guidance and engineering best practices.Develop and execute comprehensive QA strategies, test plans, and test cases from scratch.Validate front-office applications with a particular focus on Fixed Income trading products, workflows, and business processes.Collaborate with development teams, business analysts, and project managers to ensure quality throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).Integrate automated test execution into CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and support continuous testing practices.Provide clear and concise reporting on test execution results, defect status, QA progress, and quality metrics to management.Independently troubleshoot complex application and automation issues across different environments.Coordinate end-to-end project delivery between client stakeholders and internal offshore teams, including managing client queries.Maintain effective written and verbal communication with global stakeholders and cross-functional teams.Ensure adherence to quality standards, agreed Service Level Agreements (SLAs), and Turnaround Times (TATs).Develop reusable automation components, maintain test documentation, and continuously improve test coverage and execution efficiency.Experience & Qualifications5–7 years of experience in software testing and UI automation engineering.Strong practical experience developing and maintaining UI automation frameworks using Playwright or similar tools.Hands-on experience with Node.js, test execution, defect tracking, and CI/CD integration.Demonstrated ability to work independently, troubleshoot complex issues, and deliver automation solutions within agreed timelines.Experience in financial services or Fixed Income trading applications is preferred.Strong analytical, communication, and collaboration skills, with a commitment to quality and continuous improvement.