Software Development Engineer (Playwright with C#)

About the role

This role focuses on defining and implementing robust automated testing strategies to ensure the quality, performance, and reliability of web and desktop applications. You will develop and execute automated test cases covering functional, regression, performance, and compatibility testing, while designing scalable test automation frameworks using tools such as Playwright or Selenium with C# or JavaScript.

Key responsibilities

• Define and implement robust automated testing strategies to ensure the quality, performance, and reliability of web and desktop applications
• Develop and execute automated test cases covering functional, regression, performance, and compatibility testing
• Design, build, and maintain scalable test automation frameworks using tools such as Playwright or Selenium, leveraging C# or JavaScript within environments like Visual Studio and npm-based toolchains
• Integrate automation tests into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Azure DevOps, Jenkins) to facilitate efficient, continuous delivery with rapid feedback loops
• Support and enhance internally developed automation tools and test infrastructure to meet evolving quality assurance needs
• Design, develop, and maintain custom automation tools and utilities to streamline QA activities and increase overall testing efficiency
• Leverage AI and machine learning technologies to automate repetitive QA tasks and increase productivity across development and testing cycles
• Analyze automation test results using advanced analytics and AI-assisted reporting tools to uncover trends and continuously improve test effectiveness
• Stay current with the latest advancements in automation and AI-enabled QA practices, continuously adopting modern tools and techniques to drive quality and efficiency improvements

About you

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in automation testing, particularly for web and desktop applications
• Proficient in C# or JavaScript, with hands-on experience in creating robust automated test scripts
• Practical experience with automation frameworks such as Playwright, Selenium, or similar tools
• Experience working with Visual Studio, npm, and related test libraries (e.g., Mocha, Jest, or equivalent)
• Familiarity with AI-assisted automation testing, such as self-healing tests, AI-generated test scripts, machine learning-based test impact analysis, and visual validation with AI tools
• Knowledge of CI/CD processes and test automation integration using platforms like Azure DevOps, Jenkins, or GitHub Actions
• Good understanding of QA methodologies, SDLC/STLC, and test automation best practices
• Experience testing across multiple browsers and desktop platforms
• Strong communication skills in English and Mandarin, with ability to work effectively in regional and cross-functional teams

About Centific

Centific is a frontier AI data foundry that curates diverse, high-quality data, using our purpose-built technology platforms to empower the Magnificent Seven and our enterprise clients with safe, scalable AI deployment. Our team includes more than 150 PhDs and data scientists, along with more than 4,000 AI practitioners and engineers. We harness the power of an integrated solution ecosystem—comprising industry-leading partnerships and 1.8 million vertical domain experts in more than 230 markets—to create contextual, multilingual, pre-trained datasets; fine-tuned, industry-specific LLMs; and RAG pipelines supported by vector databases. Our zero-distance innovation™ solutions for GenAI can reduce GenAI costs by up to 80% and bring solutions to market 50% faster.

Our mission is to bridge the gap between AI creators and industry leaders by bringing best practices in GenAI to unicorn innovators and enterprise customers. We aim to help these organizations unlock significant business value by deploying GenAI at scale, helping to ensure they stay at the forefront of technological advancement and maintain a competitive edge in their respective markets.

Your Authentic Self at Centific

Centific is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, gender (including pregnancy), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.