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Playwright Test Automation Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

SDET

Okemos, MI · On-site

$45.50 - $58.75/hr

The ideal candidate has strong experience with Playwright and TypeScript and understands how to design maintainable automation frameworks rather than simply creating or modifying test scripts. This ...

SDET, QA Test Engineer

Lansing, MI · On-site

$41.75 - $57/hr

... Playwright automation, API testing, SQL validation, exploratory testing, and targeted manual ... Develop and maintain UI and API automated tests using Playwright and TypeScript. * Expand the ...

Strong understanding of test automation principles, the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC ... Familiarity with industry-standard tools and technologies like Selenium, Playwright, Postman, JUnit ...

Develop, document, and maintain the test strategy and test scenarios. Build and execute unit ... Experience with automated testing tools such as Cucumber/Gherkin, Selenium WebDriver, Playwright ...

Software Test Engineer

Troy, MI · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Develop test automation tools, using tools including but not limited to, TestComplete, TestExecute and\or Playwright Dev. * Collaborate with team of colleagues (test engineers and software developers ...

Software Test Engineer

Troy, MI · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Develop test automation tools, using tools including but not limited to, TestComplete, TestExecute and\or Playwright Dev. * Collaborate with team of colleagues (test engineers and software developers ...

Software Test Engineer

Troy, MI · On-site

$65 - $105/hr

Develop test automation tools, using tools including but not limited to, TestComplete, TestExecute and or Playwright Dev. * Collaborate with team of colleagues (test engineers and software developers ...

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Playwright Test Automation information

What is Playwright Test Automation?

Playwright Test Automation refers to using the Playwright framework to automate browser testing for web applications. Playwright is an open-source Node.js library developed by Microsoft that allows testers and developers to write scripts to simulate user interactions across multiple browsers like Chrome, Firefox, and Safari. This automation helps ensure that web applications function correctly and consistently across different environments. Playwright supports modern web app features, parallel test execution, and integrates with CI/CD pipelines, making it a popular choice for end-to-end testing.

How does a Playwright Test Automation engineer typically collaborate with developers and QA teams during the software development lifecycle?

A Playwright Test Automation Engineer works closely with both developers and QA teams to create, maintain, and execute automated test suites for web applications. They participate in sprint planning, code reviews, and defect triage meetings to ensure that automated tests align with current development priorities. Regular collaboration helps identify test scenarios, share feedback on application behavior, and quickly address issues or failures detected by automated tests. This role often bridges the gap between development and quality assurance, promoting faster feedback cycles and higher code quality.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Playwright Test Automation engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Playwright Test Automation Engineer, you need a strong understanding of web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript), experience in software testing, and proficiency in using automation frameworks, especially Playwright. Familiarity with version control systems like Git, continuous integration tools, and potentially relevant certifications in software testing are often required. Attention to detail, strong problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills help you collaborate with development teams and ensure high-quality test coverage. These skills are crucial to efficiently identify defects, maintain robust automation suites, and ensure reliable software releases.

What is the difference between Playwright Test Automation vs QA Tester?

AspectPlaywright Test AutomationQA Tester
Primary FocusAutomated testing of web applications using PlaywrightManual and automated testing to ensure software quality
Skills RequiredJavaScript/TypeScript, automation frameworks, scriptingTesting methodologies, attention to detail, manual testing skills
Work EnvironmentDevelopment teams, automation pipelines, CI/CD systemsTesting labs, project teams, sometimes remote
CertificationsOften not required but beneficial: ISTQB, automation coursesISTQB, software testing certifications

Playwright Test Automation specialists focus on creating automated test scripts for web applications, integrating with development workflows. QA Testers perform both manual and automated testing to identify bugs and ensure quality. While both roles require understanding of testing principles, Playwright Test Automation emphasizes scripting and automation skills, whereas QA Testers may focus more on manual testing and quality assurance processes.

Infographic showing various Playwright Test Automation job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution.

QA Automation Engineering Lead - API Gateway

Huntington

Detroit, MI • On-site

$70K - $140K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Define, build, and advance the test automation strategy for Huntington's API Gateway platform.

  • Design and implement automation frameworks, develop reusable automated test suites, and integrate testing into CI/CD pipelines.

  • Support day-to-day testing activities including functional, integration, regression, performance, and security testing.


Huntington National Bank rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 174 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Description

Huntington will not sponsor applicants for this position for immigration benefits, including but not limited to assisting with obtaining work permission for F-1 students, H-1B professionals, O-1 workers, TN workers, E-3 workers, among other immigration statuses. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

The Automation QA Lead is responsible for defining, building, and advancing the test automation strategy for Huntington's API Gateway (AGW) platform. This role combines hands-on automation engineering, quality leadership, and platform-level test strategy to ensure the reliability, scalability, security, and performance of enterprise API services.

The successful candidate will design and implement modern automation frameworks, develop reusable automated test suites, integrate testing into CI/CD pipelines, and establish quality engineering best practices across the API platform. In addition, the role will support day-to-day testing activities for AGW initiatives, including functional, integration, regression, performance, and security testing. The ideal candidate is a strong technical leader with expertise in API testing, automation architecture, DevOps practices, and quality engineering methodologies.

Job DescriptionDuties & ResponsibilitiesPlatform Quality Engineering Leadership
  • Own and drive the test automation vision and roadmap for the API Gateway platform.
  • Design and implement scalable automation frameworks supporting API, integration, regression, performance, and security testing.
  • Establish quality engineering standards, testing best practices, and automation governance across the platform.
  • Partner with engineering, architecture, product, and platform teams to embed quality throughout the software development lifecycle.
  • Define quality metrics, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Test Automation Engineering
  • Develop and maintain reusable automation frameworks and test harnesses for enterprise API services.
  • Build automated API validation suites covering functionality, security, performance, resiliency, and compliance requirements.
  • Integrate automated testing into Azure DevOps and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Implement automated regression suites that enable rapid and reliable platform releases.
  • Create automation solutions that reduce manual testing effort while increasing test coverage and release confidence.
API Gateway Testing & Validation
  • Lead testing efforts for API Gateway platform enhancements, upgrades, and new capabilities.
  • Develop automated validation for API proxy configurations, security policies, routing, authentication, authorization, and traffic management controls.
  • Validate enterprise integrations across internal and external consumer applications.
  • Support testing of production fixes, platform upgrades, and disaster recovery exercises.
  • Ensure APIs meet functional, performance, scalability, and security requirements.
Day-to-Day Quality Assurance Activities
  • Participate in sprint planning, backlog refinement, and release planning activities.
  • Create and execute test plans, test cases, and automated test scenarios.
  • Perform defect analysis, root cause identification, and validation of remediation efforts.
  • Collaborate closely with developers and product owners to resolve quality issues.
  • Support user acceptance testing and production verification activities as needed.
Continuous Improvement
  • Evaluate and introduce modern testing tools, frameworks, and engineering practices.
  • Promote shift-left testing and automation-first quality practices.
  • Mentor engineers and team members on automation development and quality engineering techniques.
  • Drive improvements in release quality, test coverage, deployment reliability, and operational stability.

Huntington will not sponsor applicants for this position for immigration benefits, including but not limited to assisting with obtaining work permission for F-1 students, H-1B professionals, O-1 workers, TN workers, E-3 workers, among other immigration statuses. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Basic Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field.
  • Minimum 7 years of experience in software quality assurance, automation engineering, or quality engineering.
  • Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience designing and implementing automated test frameworks.
  • Experience testing REST APIs, microservices, and distributed systems.
  • Experience with automation tools and frameworks such as Postman, Karate, Rest Assured, Selenium, Playwright, Cypress, or equivalent.
    • Experience developing automation using Java, JavaScript, Python,
    • C#, or similar programming languages.
  • Experience working within Agile and DevOps environments.
  • Experience integrating automated testing into CI/CD pipelines.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience supporting enterprise API Gateway platforms such as Apigee, Apigee X, Kong, Mulesoft, Azure API Management, or similar technologies.
  • Experience with cloud platforms including Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Azure, or AWS.
  • Knowledge of OAuth, OpenID Connect, JWT, MTLS, API security controls, and certificate management.
  • Experience with performance testing tools such as JMeter, Gatling, LoadRunner, or equivalent.
  • Experience validating platform resiliency, disaster recovery, and business continuity scenarios.
  • Familiarity with Azure DevOps, GitHub, Jenkins, or similar DevOps toolsets.
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


Exempt Status: (Yes = not eligible for overtime pay) (No = eligible for overtime pay)

Yes

Workplace Type:

Office

Our Approach to Office Workplace Type

Certain positions outside our branch network may be eligible for a flexible work arrangement. We’re combining the best of both worlds:  in-office and work from home. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. Remote roles will also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for moments that matter. Specific work arrangements will be provided by the hiring team.

Compensation Range:

70,000.00 - 140,000.00 USD Annual

The compensation range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base compensation range for this position. Actual compensation will vary based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and education.  Colleagues in this position are also eligible to participate in an applicable incentive compensation plan.  In addition, Huntington provides a variety of benefits to colleagues, including health insurance coverage, wellness program, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plan, paid leave programs, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO). 


Huntington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


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Note to Agency Recruiters:  Huntington will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.  All unsolicited resumes sent to any Huntington colleagues, directly or indirectly, will be considered Huntington property. Recruiting agencies must have a valid, written and fully executed Master Service Agreement and Statement of Work for consideration.



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