QA Engineer (Manual + Playwright Automation) – Senior I 

Rajasthan, India

5-7 Years

Job Description

At GKM IT, we are seeking a QA Engineer (Manual + Playwright Automation) – Senior I with a balanced skill set in both manual testing and Playwright-based test automation. This is an individual contributor role, ideal for someone who enjoys getting hands-on with testing, identifying edge cases, and contributing to automation in a fast-paced Agile environment. You will be working closely with developers and product teams to ensure high-quality product releases.

You will be responsible for designing, executing, and automating test cases to ensure robust product quality. You will work across both front-end and API layers, playing a critical role in our Agile development cycle by contributing to quality assurance from planning to deployment.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in software QA with hands-on exposure to both manual and automation testing
• Ability to review product requirements and technical documentation to create detailed and structured test cases
• Skilled in executing manual test cases for functional, regression, smoke, and exploratory testing
• Strong experience in automating test scenarios using Playwright with TypeScript/JavaScript
• Proficiency in maintaining and enhancing test automation suites for both front-end and API layers
• Ability to write and maintain API test scripts using Axios or similar tools
• Knowledge of backend validation and writing basic SQL queries
• Experience in reporting defects with detailed logs and verifying fixes
• Capable of collaborating with developers to triage and reproduce issues
• Actively participates in Agile ceremonies and sprint planning with QA input and estimates
• Ensures test coverage and quality standards are maintained during CI/CD deployments
• Comfortable using CI/CD tools like GitHub Actions
• Able to work independently and take ownership of assigned modules
• Familiarity with API testing tools such as Postman or Playwright fixtures
• Exposure to cloud platforms like AWS (bonus points)
• Basic knowledge of Docker or containerized applications (bonus points)
• Prior experience in startup or fast-paced environments (bonus points)

Benefits

We don’t just hire employees—we invest in people. At GKM IT, we’ve designed a benefits experience that’s thoughtful, supportive, and actually useful. Here’s what you can look forward to:

• Top-Tier Work Setup
  You’ll be equipped with a premium MacBook and all the accessories you need. Great tools make great work.
• Flexible Schedules & Remote Support
  Life isn’t 9-to-5. Enjoy flexible working hours, emergency work-from-home days, and utility support that makes remote life easier.
• Quarterly Performance Bonuses
  We don’t believe in waiting a whole year to celebrate your success. Perform well, and you’ll see it in your pay check—quarterly.
• Learning is Funded Here
  Conferences, courses, certifications—if it helps you grow, we’ve got your back. We even offer a dedicated educational allowance.
• Family-First Culture
  Your loved ones matter to us too. From birthday and anniversary vouchers (Amazon, BookMyShow) to maternity and paternity leaves—we’re here for life outside work.
• Celebrations & Gifting, The GKM IT Way
  Onboarding hampers, festive goodies (Diwali, Holi, New Year), and company anniversary surprises—it’s always celebration season here.
• Team Bonding Moments
  We love food, and we love people. Quarterly lunches, dinners, and fun company retreats help us stay connected beyond the screen.
• Healthcare That Has You Covered
  Enjoy comprehensive health insurance for you and your family—because peace of mind shouldn’t be optional.
• Extra Rewards for Extra Effort
  Weekend work doesn’t go unnoticed, and great referrals don’t go unrewarded. From incentives to bonuses—you’ll feel appreciated.

INTERESTED? Apply Now:

E-Mail: ananya@gkmit.co

Contact: +918811011615