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# Automation QA Engineer: Playwright & API Testing

- **Company:** Anaplan
- **Location:** Manchester, UK
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Automation of Tests, Software Quality, Strategies of Testing, Web Applications, Postman, Information Technology, Playwright, Api Management
- **Published:** August 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815152839-automation-qa-engineer-playwright--api-testing

## About the Role

A leading technology company in Manchester seeks a motivated Automation Engineer to enhance quality assurance. The candidate will develop automated tests focusing on web applications and APIs, ensuring software quality through collaboration and effective testing strategies. Applicants should have at least 2 years of experience in test automation, with strong knowledge of Playwright and API testing tools. A bachelor's degree in Computer Science or similar is required, fostering a commitment to diversity and inclusion in an innovative work environment.
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## Description

A leading technology company in Manchester seeks a motivated Automation Engineer to enhance quality assurance. The candidate will develop automated tests focusing on web applications and APIs, ensuring software quality through collaboration and effective testing strategies. Applicants should have at least 2 years of experience in test automation, with strong knowledge of Playwright and API testing tools. A bachelor's degree in Computer Science or similar is required, fostering a commitment to diversity and inclusion in an innovative work environment.


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