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Playwright jobs are open across regional theater, academic institutions, streaming and television production, and nonprofit arts organizations, at every level from emerging to established, with specializations in dramatic writing, musical theater, and adaptation. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Job Title: Sr QA Automation Engineer - Playwright
Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid)
Duration: 12 Months
Type: Contract W2
Experience: 10+ years
Work mode: 2 days onsite
Job Description:
Position Overview:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly skilled Senior QA Engineer to lead the quality assurance efforts across a suite of applications built on Microsoft Power Platform and integrated enterprise systems. This role is ideal for a senior-level QA professional with a strong background in manual and automated testing and must have hands-on experience with Playwright automation and scripting using JavaScript or TypeScript. The successful candidate will design and execute comprehensive test strategies, lead defect tracking and reporting, and contribute to continuous quality improvements in agile delivery environments.
Key Responsibilities:
Test Strategy & Planning:
- Define, document, and maintain comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test data for functional, regression, integration, and user acceptance testing.
- Develop risk-based testing strategies aligned with business priorities and release timelines.
Manual & Automated Testing
- Develop and maintain end-to-end automated test scripts using Playwright (JavaScript/TypeScript preferred) for UI and API validation.
- Ensure test automation is integrated into CI/CD pipelines and supports rapid release cycles.
- Perform hands-on manual testing of Power Platform applications (Canvas Apps, Model-Driven Apps, Power Pages, Power Automate workflows) and integrations.
Test Execution & Defect Management
- Execute test cases, identify defects, and track them to closure using tools such as Azure DevOps, JIRA, or equivalent.
- Perform root cause analysis and collaborate with developers to validate fixes and conduct retesting.
Requirements
- Prefer existing public trust or higher clearance.
- Bachelor's degree in related field
- 10+ years of overall experience
- Must have Playwright automation and scripting experience. Candidates without hands-on Playwright experience will not be considered.
- 5+ years' experience with functional web testing.
- 5+ years' writing and executing test plans.
- Experience testing, UI/UX, writing test plans, SharePoint/Power Apps test experience
- Experience with Azure DevOps or Microsoft Test Manager and test automation a big plus
About Next Gen Software Solutions:
Next Gen Software Solutions is a trusted provider of IT Staffing and consulting services dedicated to empowering businesses with cutting-edge technology solutions and exceptional talent. We specialize in delivering tailored IT consulting services, innovative software solutions, and connecting businesses with highly skilled IT professionals. Founded and led by a dedicated U.S. Army solider, Next Gen Software Solutions is deeply rooted in the core values of integrity, discipline, commitment, and experience-principles that guide every aspect of our operations.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Next Gen Software Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees and applicants are treated respect and dignity. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Job Title: Sr QA Automation Engineer - Playwright
Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid)
Duration: 12 Months
Type: Contract W2
Experience: 10+ years
Work mode: 2 days onsite
Job Description:
Position Overview:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly skilled Senior QA Engineer to lead the quality assurance efforts across a suite of applications built on Microsoft Power Platform and integrated enterprise systems. This role is ideal for a senior-level QA professional with a strong background in manual and automated testing and must have hands-on experience with Playwright automation and scripting using JavaScript or TypeScript. The successful candidate will design and execute comprehensive test strategies, lead defect tracking and reporting, and contribute to continuous quality improvements in agile delivery environments.
Key Responsibilities:
Test Strategy & Planning:
- Define, document, and maintain comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test data for functional, regression, integration, and user acceptance testing.
- Develop risk-based testing strategies aligned with business priorities and release timelines.
Manual & Automated Testing
- Develop and maintain end-to-end automated test scripts using Playwright (JavaScript/TypeScript preferred) for UI and API validation.
- Ensure test automation is integrated into CI/CD pipelines and supports rapid release cycles.
- Perform hands-on manual testing of Power Platform applications (Canvas Apps, Model-Driven Apps, Power Pages, Power Automate workflows) and integrations.
Test Execution & Defect Management
- Execute test cases, identify defects, and track them to closure using tools such as Azure DevOps, JIRA, or equivalent.
- Perform root cause analysis and collaborate with developers to validate fixes and conduct retesting.
Requirements
- Prefer existing public trust or higher clearance.
- Bachelor's degree in related field
- 10+ years of overall experience
- Must have Playwright automation and scripting experience. Candidates without hands-on Playwright experience will not be considered.
- 5+ years' experience with functional web testing.
- 5+ years' writing and executing test plans.
- Experience testing, UI/UX, writing test plans, SharePoint/Power Apps test experience
- Experience with Azure DevOps or Microsoft Test Manager and test automation a big plus
About Next Gen Software Solutions:
Next Gen Software Solutions is a trusted provider of IT Staffing and consulting services dedicated to empowering businesses with cutting-edge technology solutions and exceptional talent. We specialize in delivering tailored IT consulting services, innovative software solutions, and connecting businesses with highly skilled IT professionals. Founded and led by a dedicated U.S. Army solider, Next Gen Software Solutions is deeply rooted in the core values of integrity, discipline, commitment, and experience-principles that guide every aspect of our operations.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Next Gen Software Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees and applicants are treated respect and dignity. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in playwright jobs.
- Portfolio of produced or workshop-developed stage plays or scripts
- Bachelor's or MFA degree in dramatic writing, theater, or a related field
- Experience collaborating with directors, dramaturgs, and production teams
- Ability to complete drafts and revisions on production deadlines
- Familiarity with standard script formatting software such as Final Draft
- Teaching or workshop facilitation experience for education-based positions
Tips for Your Playwright Job Search
Tailor your samples to the venue
When applying to a regional theater, submit a full-length stage play. For a television room or streaming company, send a spec script or original pilot instead. Submitting the wrong format signals you haven't read the room, even if your writing is strong.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists playwright openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight workshop and development credits
Productions that reached full staging matter, but so do readings, lab productions, and residency workshops. List these separately on your resume so hiring committees can see your work has been tested in front of live audiences, not just written on the page.
Search by producing model, not just title
Many playwright positions are embedded in literary departments, ensemble companies, or education programs rather than posted under a clean title. Search for 'playwright in residence,' 'company writer,' and 'dramatic writing fellow' to surface openings a broad search misses.
Prepare a brief artistic statement for interviews
Most playwright interviews open with a question about your aesthetic or the kinds of stories you pursue. Have a focused two-to-three sentence answer ready that names your influences, your subject matter, and what distinguishes your voice, without generic phrases like 'authentic storytelling.'
Negotiate rights and production royalties upfront
Before accepting any staff or resident playwright offer, clarify who retains subsidiary rights to work created during the term. Some organizations claim first-production rights or a royalty share on future productions. Asking during negotiation is standard and expected.
Playwright Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most playwrights?
The companies hiring the most playwrights right now include Cognizant, JPMorganChase, and UST, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Arizona, and New Jersey, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Nonprofit regional theaters and university theater departments account for a significant portion of full-time and residency positions.
How many playwright jobs are remote?
About 86% of playwright openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the nature of writing work that can be done independently. Roles tied to active productions, ensemble companies, or in-person workshop programs tend to require on-site presence, while staff writing and development positions at television and streaming companies more often allow remote arrangements.
How do you become a playwright?
Start by writing and completing full drafts of original plays, then submit them to local theater festivals, ten-minute play competitions, and new works programs to get your scripts in front of directors. Pursue an MFA in dramatic writing or theater to build craft and professional connections. Apply for residencies and fellowships at theaters that develop new work, and seek out readings and workshop productions to hear your writing performed before live audiences.
How do you get hired as a playwright with little experience?
Focus on building a portfolio through student productions, community theater readings, and short play festivals rather than waiting for a full production credit. Literary managers and artistic directors read scripts, so submitting to open calls at regional theaters and new play development programs gets your work seen. Assistant dramaturg or literary associate roles at producing organizations can also place you inside the industry while you develop your writing.
What does the playwright interview process look like?
Most playwright interviews begin with a script review stage, where a literary manager or artistic committee reads submitted samples before any conversation takes place. If your work advances, you'll typically have a conversation about your artistic interests, influences, and how you approach collaboration with directors and actors. Residency and staff positions may also involve a brief workshop or public reading as part of the selection process.
Where can I find and apply to playwright jobs?
You can find and apply to playwright jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your experience and interests, and apply directly to each listing from the page.
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