They are seeking a highly motivated QA Tester with strong experience in both manual and automation testing, specifically with Playwright and AI-driven testing tools. The role involves ensuring high ...
They are seeking a highly motivated QA Tester with strong experience in both manual and automation testing, specifically with Playwright and AI-driven testing tools. The role involves ensuring high ...
Senior Software Test Engineer
Chesapeake, VA · On-site
$107K - $139K/yr
You will architect, build, and maintain automation frameworks with the same rigor applied to production code, with Playwright at the center of your toolkit. You'll operate with the autonomy and pace ...
Senior Software Test Engineer
Chesapeake, VA · On-site
$107K - $139K/yr
You will architect, build, and maintain automation frameworks with the same rigor applied to production code, with Playwright at the center of your toolkit. You'll operate with the autonomy and pace ...
Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks using Playwright or other industry-standard platforms * Expand test coverage across UI, API, and integration layers * Perform manual and ...
Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks using Playwright or other industry-standard platforms * Expand test coverage across UI, API, and integration layers * Perform manual and ...
Software Tester/QA Analyst 4
Richmond, VA · On-site
Automation Framework Development - Build, maintain, and enhance automation frameworks using approved tools and technologies (e.g., Preferably Playwright). * Automated Test Script Creation - Write ...
Software Tester/QA Analyst 4
Richmond, VA · On-site
Automation Framework Development - Build, maintain, and enhance automation frameworks using approved tools and technologies (e.g., Preferably Playwright). * Automated Test Script Creation - Write ...
Senior Software Test Engineer
$107K - $139K/yr
You will architect, build, and maintain automation frameworks with the same rigor applied to production code, with Playwright at the center of your toolkit. You'll operate with the autonomy and pace ...
Senior Software Test Engineer
$107K - $139K/yr
You will architect, build, and maintain automation frameworks with the same rigor applied to production code, with Playwright at the center of your toolkit. You'll operate with the autonomy and pace ...
Front End Developer
Fort Belvoir, VA · On-site
$185K - $195K/yr
Jest/Cypress/Playwright; WCAG accessibility; Redux/MobX/Vuex; GraphQL; SSR/SSG frameworks.
Front End Developer
Fort Belvoir, VA · On-site
$185K - $195K/yr
Jest/Cypress/Playwright; WCAG accessibility; Redux/MobX/Vuex; GraphQL; SSR/SSG frameworks.
Strong experience with automation tools (Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, or similar) * Proficiency in programming/scripting languages (Java, Python, JavaScript, or similar) * Experience testing ...
Strong experience with automation tools (Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, or similar) * Proficiency in programming/scripting languages (Java, Python, JavaScript, or similar) * Experience testing ...
Strong experience with automation tools (Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, or similar) * Proficiency in programming/scripting languages (Java, Python, JavaScript, or similar) * Experience testing ...
Strong experience with automation tools (Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, or similar) * Proficiency in programming/scripting languages (Java, Python, JavaScript, or similar) * Experience testing ...
Strong experience with automation tools (Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, or similar) * Proficiency in programming/scripting languages (Java, Python, JavaScript, or similar) * Experience testing ...
Strong experience with automation tools (Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, or similar) * Proficiency in programming/scripting languages (Java, Python, JavaScript, or similar) * Experience testing ...
Software Application Tester
Mclean, VA · On-site
Strong experience with automation tools (Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, or similar) * Proficiency in programming/scripting languages (Java, Python, JavaScript, or similar) * Experience testing ...
Software Application Tester
Mclean, VA · On-site
Strong experience with automation tools (Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, or similar) * Proficiency in programming/scripting languages (Java, Python, JavaScript, or similar) * Experience testing ...
Test Automation Engineer
Chantilly, VA · On-site
$47.50 - $62.75/hr
... Playwright • Map test cases to the Requirements Traceability Matrix (RTM) • Deliver working automated test scripts along with corresponding test results • Report on the status of test ...
Test Automation Engineer
Chantilly, VA · On-site
$47.50 - $62.75/hr
... Playwright • Map test cases to the Requirements Traceability Matrix (RTM) • Deliver working automated test scripts along with corresponding test results • Report on the status of test ...
QA Software Test Analyst
Richmond, VA · On-site
Skilled in automation frameworks like Selenium and Playwright - 8+ Years (Required) * Strong communication skills for collaboration with developers, PMs, and teams - 8+ Years (Required) * Ability to ...
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QA Software Test Analyst
Richmond, VA · On-site
Skilled in automation frameworks like Selenium and Playwright - 8+ Years (Required) * Strong communication skills for collaboration with developers, PMs, and teams - 8+ Years (Required) * Ability to ...
Senior Manager, Quality Engineering
Charlottesville, VA · On-site
$150 - $210/hr
Champion the Playwright/TypeScript automation framework, intelligent test execution tooling, and the AI quality stack * Partner with the Director, Quality Engineering on hiring, leveling, capability ...
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Senior Manager, Quality Engineering
Charlottesville, VA · On-site
$150 - $210/hr
Champion the Playwright/TypeScript automation framework, intelligent test execution tooling, and the AI quality stack * Partner with the Director, Quality Engineering on hiring, leveling, capability ...
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Senior Full-Stack Developer
Richmond, VA · On-site
Own quality from conception to production--develop comprehensive test strategies using Selenium and Playwright, implement TDD practices, and take full responsibility for defect resolution · DevOps & ...
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Senior Full-Stack Developer
Richmond, VA · On-site
Own quality from conception to production--develop comprehensive test strategies using Selenium and Playwright, implement TDD practices, and take full responsibility for defect resolution · DevOps & ...
Build automation framework and re-usable automation tests/test scripts using Playwright/Selenium. * Perform setup, configuration, and maintenance of automated testing environments with a focus on ...
Build automation framework and re-usable automation tests/test scripts using Playwright/Selenium. * Perform setup, configuration, and maintenance of automated testing environments with a focus on ...
Java Software Engineer - ONLY W2
Herndon, VA · On-site
$53.25 - $73/hr
Implement test automation frameworks (such as Playwright) to ensure high code quality across development and deployment pipelines. * Utilize AI-assisted development tools (e.g., Amazon Q) to optimize ...
Java Software Engineer - ONLY W2
Herndon, VA · On-site
$53.25 - $73/hr
Implement test automation frameworks (such as Playwright) to ensure high code quality across development and deployment pipelines. * Utilize AI-assisted development tools (e.g., Amazon Q) to optimize ...
Quality Assurance Tester
Chesapeake, VA · On-site
$77K - $95K/yr
Minimum of one-year hands on experience using UI path RPA test automation tool or equivalent, in addition to scripting languages like Playwright, python etc. * Experience with Microsoft Excel and ...
Quality Assurance Tester
Chesapeake, VA · On-site
$77K - $95K/yr
Minimum of one-year hands on experience using UI path RPA test automation tool or equivalent, in addition to scripting languages like Playwright, python etc. * Experience with Microsoft Excel and ...
Quality Assurance Tester
Chesapeake, VA · On-site
$77K - $95K/yr
Minimum of one-year hands on experience using UI path RPA test automation tool or equivalent, in addition to scripting languages like Playwright, python etc. * Experience with Microsoft Excel and ...
Quality Assurance Tester
Chesapeake, VA · On-site
$77K - $95K/yr
Minimum of one-year hands on experience using UI path RPA test automation tool or equivalent, in addition to scripting languages like Playwright, python etc. * Experience with Microsoft Excel and ...
Automation Framework Development -- Build, maintain, and enhance automation frameworks using approved tools and technologies (e.g., Preferably Playwright). * Automated Test Script Creation -- Write ...
Quick apply
Automation Framework Development -- Build, maintain, and enhance automation frameworks using approved tools and technologies (e.g., Preferably Playwright). * Automated Test Script Creation -- Write ...
Quality Assurance Tester
$77K - $95K/yr
Minimum of one-year hands on experience using UI path RPA test automation tool or equivalent, in addition to scripting languages like Playwright, python etc. * Experience with Microsoft Excel and ...
Quality Assurance Tester
$77K - $95K/yr
Minimum of one-year hands on experience using UI path RPA test automation tool or equivalent, in addition to scripting languages like Playwright, python etc. * Experience with Microsoft Excel and ...
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Job description
Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. They are seeking a highly motivated QA Tester with strong experience in both manual and automation testing, specifically with Playwright and AI-driven testing tools. The role involves ensuring high product quality, developing robust test frameworks, and contributing to continuous testing within Agile environments.
Responsibilities:
• Analyze business requirements, functional specifications, and user stories.
• Design, develop, and execute test cases, test scenarios, and test data.
• Perform functional, regression, smoke, sanity, and exploratory testing.
• Identify, log, track, and verify defects using tools like Jira, Azure DevOps, etc.
• Collaborate with developers and product teams to resolve issues effectively.
• Develop and maintain automated test scripts using Playwright (JavaScript/TypeScript or Python).
• Build scalable and maintainable test automation frameworks.
• Integrate tests within CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitHub Actions, Jenkins, Azure Pipelines).
• Ensure cross-browser and cross-platform testing coverage.
• Analyze automation results and improve test reliability.
• Leverage AI/ML-based testing tools to improve test coverage and efficiency.
• Use AI tools for self-healing test scripts, test case generation, and defect prediction.
• Evaluate and integrate solutions such as test optimization tools, visual AI testing, or NLP-based test automation.
• Stay updated on emerging trends in AI-assisted QA and intelligent automation.
• Actively participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies (Sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives).
• Work closely with developers, DevOps, and product managers.
• Contribute to test strategy, QA processes, and quality improvements.
• Maintain documentation for testing processes and automation frameworks.
Qualifications:
Required:
• Strong experience in manual and automation testing (3 years preferred)
• Hands-on experience with Playwright for end-to-end test automation
• Proficiency in JavaScript / TypeScript / Python
• Experience with API testing (Postman, REST Assured, etc.)
• Knowledge of CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps)
• Familiarity with version control systems (Git)
• Exposure to AI-based testing tools (e.g., Testim, Applitools, Functionize, or similar)
• Understanding of concepts like self-healing automation, intelligent test generation, visual/UI AI testing
• Basic knowledge of machine learning applications in QA is a plus
• Strong understanding of SDLC, STLC, and QA methodologies
• Experience with test management tools (TestRail, Zephyr, etc.)
• Familiarity with BDD frameworks (Cucumber, SpecFlow) is a plus
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality
• Ability to work independently and in a team
Preferred:
• Experience in testing microservices architecture
• Familiarity with performance testing tools (JMeter, k6)
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Exposure to security testing basics
• Certifications like ISTQB are a plus
Company:
Ampcus is a global business, technology consulting and an staff augmentation firm specializing in AI/ML,digital solutions, Cybersecurity & Risk management, Testing, Forensics & Fraud services and human capital management. Founded in 2004, the company is headquartered in Chantilly, USA, with a team of 1001-5000 employees. The company is currently Late Stage.
About Ampcus
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Ampcus Inc. is a ISO 20000, ISO 27000, ISO 9001, CMMI DEV/3 SM and CMMI SVC/3 SM certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. From strategy to execution, our disciplined yet flexible approach starts and ends with our clients. By listening hard and working harder, client goals become our goals. Their success is our satisfaction. It’s why our clients sleep well at night. We believe that the success of an engagement is determined by strong project management, as well as clear communication and mutual commitment working collaboratively. Our methodology begins with listening to the customer about their needs, then working with their team to gain a clear understanding of the requirements, while providing knowledge transfer of best practices for the organization.
Industry
It services
Company size
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Chantilly, VA, US
Year founded
2004