Automation Tester - 6 Month FTC

We are recruiting for an Automation Tester for a 6 month fixed term contract to start ASAP.
On-site presence will be required in Leeds 2 days per week.

Who We Are:
AND Digital are a tech company focused on accelerating digital delivery and dedicated to closing the digital skills gap. We've been helping organisations build better digital products and stronger digital teams since 2014.

We believe our work should always make a remarkable impact for our clients. We do this through our regional offices (or 'Clubs') building strong relationships with our partners, so that they are always prioritised by a team within close proximity.

This unique model has driven success for our clients and ourselves, evidenced by our remarkable organic growth since 2014. Today we number more than 1,300 people with Clubs all over the UK, Europe and the USA with plans for global expansion in the next couple of years.

Join us - and help us fulfil our mission to close the world's digital skills gap.

What you'll bring to the table:

• Test Planning:Design and document detailed test plans, test cases, and test scripts to ensure thorough coverage.
• Test Development:Develop unit, integration, component, and end-to-end tests to ensure software quality across all layers.
• Browser Test Automation:Create and maintain automated end-to-end tests using tools such as Cypress, Playwright, or Selenium.
• Backend Test Automation:Develop automated API tests using tools like Postman and Newman.
• Test Automation in Code:Collaborate with developers or work independently to develop automated tests using TypeScript, Java, JavaScript, Jest, and jUnit.
• Web Application Testing:Experience testing web applications built with Angular or similar frameworks.
• Test Execution:Conduct manual testing, accurately document results, and report defects promptly.
• Defect Management:Identify, log, and track software defects, working closely with developers to facilitate resolution.
• Collaboration:Partner with developers, business analysts, and stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure comprehensive test coverage.
• User Documentation:Write and maintain clear user documentation and operational procedures.
• Fixes and Improvements:Propose and implement fixes and enhancements to improve software quality.
• Test Management Tools:Demonstrable experience using Xray or equivalent test management tools.
• BDD Expertise:Ability to write clear and effective Behaviour-Driven Development (BDD) scenarios.
• Containerisation:Experience working with Docker to support test environments and automation workflows.
• SDET Role:Apply Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) principles to build robust, maintainable automation frameworks and testing solutions.

Nice to Have:

• Curious and proactive mindset with a strong desire to learn and improve.
• Understanding of or experience working within the Public Sector.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Equal Opportunities Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. We actively encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, and individuals with disabilities. We consider all flexible working arrangements, subject to the requirements of the role. Where reasonable adjustments are needed, we will strive to make changes to accommodate them.