General Dynamics Information Technology
Playwright Automation Tester
General Dynamics Information Technology, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Position Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly skilled Senior QA Engineer to lead the quality assurance efforts across a suite of applications built on Microsoft Power Platform and integrated enterprise systems. This role is ideal for a senior-level QA professional with a strong background in manual and automated testing, and must have
hands-on experience with Playwright automation and scripting . The successful candidate will design and execute comprehensive test strategies, lead defect tracking and reporting, and contribute to continuous quality improvements in agile delivery environments. Key Responsibilities
Test Strategy & Planning: Define, document, and maintain comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test data for functional, regression, integration, and user acceptance testing. Develop risk-based testing strategies aligned with business priorities and release timelines. Manual & Automated Testing: Perform hands-on manual testing of Power Platform applications (Canvas Apps, Model-Driven Apps, Power Pages, Power Automate workflows) and integrations. Develop and maintain end-to-end automated test scripts using Playwright (JavaScript/TypeScript preferred) for UI and API validation. Ensure test automation is integrated into CI/CD pipelines and supports rapid release cycles. Test Execution & Defect Management: Execute test cases, identify defects, and track them to closure using tools such as Azure DevOps, JIRA, or equivalent. Perform root cause analysis and collaborate with developers to validate fixes and conduct retesting. Collaboration & Process Improvement: Work closely with developers, business analysts, and product owners in Agile/Scrum ceremonies to ensure quality is embedded in every phase of the software development lifecycle. Provide QA estimates, test progress reports, and contribute to retrospectives and process improvement initiatives. Performance & Security Validation: Assist with performance testing and validation of Power Platform applications and external APIs. Validate application behavior against access control rules and security requirements. Best Practices & Standards: Promote QA best practices, test automation standards, and reusable test frameworks within the team. Mentor junior QA staff and contribute to the team's knowledge base. Requirements
Bachelors degree in related field 15+ years of overall experience Must have Playwright automation and scripting experience. Candidates without hands-on Playwright experience will not be considered. 5+ years experience with functional web testing. 5+ years writing and executing test plans. Experience testing, UI/UX, writing test plans, SharePoint/Power Apps test experience Experience with Azure DevOps or Microsoft Test Manager and test automation a big plus Previous experience working with Agile methodology, preferably SCRUM. Must be organized, a self-starter with the ability to grasp new concepts and applications Must be able to work under tight deadlines to meet application deployments during each sprint. U.S. Citizenship required Benefits
Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home 401K with company match Comprehensive health and wellness packages Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications Cutting-edge technology you can learn from Paid vacation and holidays Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans Salary range: The likely salary range for this position is $99,450 - $134,550. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40; Travel Required: None; Telecommuting Options: Remote; Work Location: USA DC Washington. We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. We strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology. #J-18808-Ljbffr
We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly skilled Senior QA Engineer to lead the quality assurance efforts across a suite of applications built on Microsoft Power Platform and integrated enterprise systems. This role is ideal for a senior-level QA professional with a strong background in manual and automated testing, and must have
hands-on experience with Playwright automation and scripting . The successful candidate will design and execute comprehensive test strategies, lead defect tracking and reporting, and contribute to continuous quality improvements in agile delivery environments. Key Responsibilities
Test Strategy & Planning: Define, document, and maintain comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test data for functional, regression, integration, and user acceptance testing. Develop risk-based testing strategies aligned with business priorities and release timelines. Manual & Automated Testing: Perform hands-on manual testing of Power Platform applications (Canvas Apps, Model-Driven Apps, Power Pages, Power Automate workflows) and integrations. Develop and maintain end-to-end automated test scripts using Playwright (JavaScript/TypeScript preferred) for UI and API validation. Ensure test automation is integrated into CI/CD pipelines and supports rapid release cycles. Test Execution & Defect Management: Execute test cases, identify defects, and track them to closure using tools such as Azure DevOps, JIRA, or equivalent. Perform root cause analysis and collaborate with developers to validate fixes and conduct retesting. Collaboration & Process Improvement: Work closely with developers, business analysts, and product owners in Agile/Scrum ceremonies to ensure quality is embedded in every phase of the software development lifecycle. Provide QA estimates, test progress reports, and contribute to retrospectives and process improvement initiatives. Performance & Security Validation: Assist with performance testing and validation of Power Platform applications and external APIs. Validate application behavior against access control rules and security requirements. Best Practices & Standards: Promote QA best practices, test automation standards, and reusable test frameworks within the team. Mentor junior QA staff and contribute to the team's knowledge base. Requirements
Bachelors degree in related field 15+ years of overall experience Must have Playwright automation and scripting experience. Candidates without hands-on Playwright experience will not be considered. 5+ years experience with functional web testing. 5+ years writing and executing test plans. Experience testing, UI/UX, writing test plans, SharePoint/Power Apps test experience Experience with Azure DevOps or Microsoft Test Manager and test automation a big plus Previous experience working with Agile methodology, preferably SCRUM. Must be organized, a self-starter with the ability to grasp new concepts and applications Must be able to work under tight deadlines to meet application deployments during each sprint. U.S. Citizenship required Benefits
Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home 401K with company match Comprehensive health and wellness packages Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications Cutting-edge technology you can learn from Paid vacation and holidays Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans Salary range: The likely salary range for this position is $99,450 - $134,550. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40; Travel Required: None; Telecommuting Options: Remote; Work Location: USA DC Washington. We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. We strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology. #J-18808-Ljbffr