This is not a pure scripting job, the transition to full automation is ongoing
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Many engineering squads still rely heavily on manual testing.
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Candidates must be comfortable architecting AI-first systems and also be ready to switch to manual and UI testing as needed, especially during workload spikes or tight client deadlines.
The Opportunity
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Join a fast-scaling tech vendor that has grown from 0 to 50+ people in just 2 years.
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Work on deploying features rapidly for high-traffic platforms.
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Be part of an AI-first, shift-left quality culture.
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Utilize generative AI models, self-healing automation, and pipeline integration.
Requirements
About You
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Experience in a mid-sized software house, tech agency, or vendor environment.
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Comfortable with shifting client requirements.
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Tech Core: Expertise in Playwright and Appium.
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AI Early Adopter: Regularly use tools like Claude Code, Cursor AI, or Codex to accelerate script writing and run rapid proof-of-concepts.
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Hands-on Leader: Lead by example by building prototypes, proving their effectiveness, and unblocking the team.
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Adaptable Thinker: Seek quick wins and design basic templates that manual testers can easily adopt.
Responsibilities
Core Responsibilities
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Architect and build scalable automation frameworks using Playwright and Appium.
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Support squads by building reusable code libraries for up to 30+ manual testers.
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Drive AI testing by running live proof-of-concepts with AI assistants to convert manual workflows into automated layers.
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Switch on demand to manual functional and mobile UI testing when client releases require it.
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Track success by implementing data-driven metrics to monitor cycle times, package stability, and tool adoption.
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Consult directly with developers, product managers, and external clients to align on quality goals.
This Job is NOT Right for You If…
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You refuse to do manual testing, UI, or regression testing
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You want to manage a team (this is a IC role)
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You are a code purist not interested in low-code or AI platforms (such as Testim)
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You come from a large enterprise, bank, big MNC background and prefer highly documented release cycles.
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You get frustrated by constant change, as clients often push fast deadlines and may interrupt long-term automation plans.
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You require perfect requirements, as the role involves dealing with changing mock-ups.