Automation Developer (Playwright TypeScript / Karate Java), Singapore

Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain end-to-end automation frameworks for web and API testing using Playwright (TypeScript) and Karate (Java). Develop and maintain reusable test components, data-driven test scripts, and utility functions. Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, Bitbucket). Execute automated test suites, analyze results, and report defects in JIRA. Collaborate with functional QA and development teams to identify test coverage gaps. Maintain automation documentation, including test plans, test cases, and execution reports. Support performance and regression testing cycles as required. Ensure automation adheres to best practices in coding standards, maintainability, and scalability. Required Skills & Experience Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Minimum 2-5 years of experience in automation testing. Strong hands-on experience in: Playwright with TypeScript/JavaScript for web UI automation. Karate Java Framework for REST API automation. Good understanding of API testing concepts (HTTP methods, headers, authentication, JSON/XML payloads). Experience in Bitbucket for version control. Strong debugging and analytical skills. Good to Have Experience with test data management. Knowledge of Postman, Swagger. Exposure to performance testing concepts (e.g., JMeter or LoadRunner). Experience in containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes). Working knowledge of CI/CD tools (Jenkins, Bitbucket, GitLab, etc.). Soft Skills Strong communication and documentation skills. Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams. Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and proactive in problem-solving.