QA Automation Engineer
Posted 18 hours 8 minutes ago by CPL Solutions
QA Automation Engineer
Overview
We are seeking an experienced QA Automation Engineer to support automated testing initiatives across key projects within a regulated environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining automation frameworks and scripts to ensure high-quality software delivery.
Experience in both public sector and financial services environments is essential.
Skills
Proficiency in programming languages such as JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, Java, or similar for test script development
Hands-on experience with automation testing tools and frameworks (eg Playwright, Selenium, Appium or similar)
Familiarity with continuous integration and delivery tools (eg Jenkins, Bamboo, Azure DevOps Pipelines) for automated test execution
Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills to resolve test failures
Solid understanding of version control systems and defect tracking tools
Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
Effective communication skills for collaborating with development and QA teams
Ability to work with teams to create and manage high-quality test data, with an understanding of data management in test execution and maintenance
Essential: Experience working within public sector and financial services environments
Responsibilities
Develop, execute, and maintain automated test scripts for functional, regression, and performance testing
Collaborate with the centralised QA Automation team to implement and enhance the overall automation strategy
Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines and monitor execution for consistency and reliability
Troubleshoot and resolve automation issues by identifying root causes and implementing solutions
Maintain and update automation test suites as applications evolve to ensure continued effectiveness
Document test procedures, outcomes, and defects to support continuous improvement
Actively participate in sprint ceremonies, including planning and refinement sessions
Participate in peer reviews and contribute to the development of automation best practices
Specialism
Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)