QA Engineer (Automation)

QA Engineer (Automation)Full-timeCompany DescriptionNIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™.NIQ, is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population. For more information, visit NIQ.com.Job DescriptionWe are seeking a Senior Software Engineer – QA Automation with strong expertise in Playwright, Pluto, and BDD frameworks. The candidate will drive automation excellence and build scalable automation solutions for enterprise applications.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and maintain automation frameworks using Playwright and Pluto.Develop UI, API, regression, smoke, integration, and end-to-end automated tests.Integrate automation suites with CI/CD pipelines.Perform root cause analysis and defect validation.Collaborate with developers, product owners, and architects.Mentor junior QA engineers and establish best practices.QualificationsMandatory SkillsPlaywright (Mandatory)Pluto Framework (Mandatory)BDD Frameworks: Cucumber, SpecFlow, Gherkin (Mandatory)TypeScript and JavaScriptAPI Testing and PostmanAzure DevOps, GitHub Actions, JenkinsSQL and Database TestingRequired Qualifications6-8 years of QA Automation experience.3+ years of Playwright automation experience.Hands-on experience with Pluto framework.Experience implementing BDD automation frameworks.Strong Agile/Scrum experience.Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.Preferred SkillsSeleniumCypressDockerKubernetesPerformance TestingAccessibility TestingAdditional InformationEnjoy a flexible and rewarding work environment with peer-to-peer recognition platforms.Recharge and revitalize with help of wellness plans made for you and your family.Plan your future with financial wellness tools.Stay relevant and upskill yourself with career development opportunities.Our BenefitsFlexible working environmentVolunteer time offLinkedIn LearningEmployee-Assistance-Program (EAP)NIQ may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools at various stages of the recruitment process, including résumé screening, candidate assessments, interview scheduling, job matching, communication support, and certain administrative tasks that help streamline workflows. These tools are intended to improve efficiency and support fair and consistent evaluation based on job-related criteria. All use of AI is governed by NIQ’s principles of fairness, transparency, human oversight, and inclusion. Final hiring decisions are made exclusively by humans. NIQ regularly reviews its AI tools to help mitigate bias and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. If you have questions, require accommodations, or wish to request human review were permitted by law, please contact your local HR representative. For more information, please visit NIQ’s AI Safety Policies and Guiding Principles: https://nielseniq.com/global/en/info/niqs-ai-safety-policies/About NIQNIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population.For more information, visit NIQ.comWant to keep up with our latest updates?Follow us on:LinkedIn|Instagram|Twitter|FacebookOur commitment to Diversity, Equity, and InclusionAt NIQ, we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace that mirrors the rich diversity of the communities and markets we serve. 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