How artificial intelligence is changing the requirements for QA engineers in 2025 - ITC.ua

Yuliia Baranetska, Senior Automation QA Engineer at Playtika, shares insights on how artificial intelligence is transforming QA engineering requirements in 2025.

The article explores the dramatic shift in QA engineering as AI integration becomes essential for career advancement. According to LinkedIn data, AI skills on profiles increased by 177% since 2023, with AI-related job postings growing by 59% in 2024. Companies now seek QA engineers who can strategically integrate AI into testing processes, moving beyond traditional bug hunting to optimize automation and enhance user experience.

• Modern QA engineers must master automation frameworks like Selenium, Playwright, and Appium while understanding comprehensive test architecture
• AI integration capabilities for scenario generation and self-healing tests provide significant competitive advantages in the current market
• DevOps competencies including CI/CD, Docker, and Kubernetes have become basic requirements rather than optional skills
• Analytical thinking remains crucial for assessing business value and strategic decision-making that AI cannot replace
• Soft skills and mentoring abilities continue to be irreplaceable human elements that drive team collaboration and product growth