Playwright SDET

Job Description We are looking for a Playwright SDET to work for our client. The ideal candidate aligns with the responsibilities and qualifications outlined below. This is a great opportunity for a test automation professional to build robust, scalable automated testing frameworks using Playwright, driving quality across the full development lifecycle, in a hybrid role based in Columbus, OH. Responsibilities Build and maintain reliable, scalable automated test suites using Playwright Develop test automation and reusable testing utilities using TypeScript/JavaScript Design and execute unit, integration, contract, and end-to-end tests Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines using tools such as GitHub Actions or Azure DevOps Apply strong debugging techniques, including mocking, test data management, and negative/edge-case testing Troubleshoot test failures using logs, traces, and network diagnostics Collaborate with developers to identify testable requirements and improve overall test coverage Continuously refine automation strategy and testing best practices across the team Qualifications 3-6+ years of SDET/QA automation experience, including unit, integration, contract, and end-to-end testing Hands-on experience building and maintaining automated test suites with Playwright Strong TypeScript/JavaScript development skills Experience integrating automated testing into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps) Strong debugging skills, including mocking, test data management, and troubleshooting via logs/traces/network analysis Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail What Our Client Offers Modern automation tooling (Playwright, TypeScript) rather than legacy testing frameworks Deep integration into the CI/CD pipeline, with real influence over automation strategy A development team that treats test reliability as a shared responsibility, not an afterthought Room to tackle complex debugging and edge-case testing, not just surface-level checks Ringside Talent Acquisition Partners