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QA Automation Engineer - GenAI
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- Burgess Hill, West Sussex
- Contract
- Full Time
- £94,900 - £102,200 Per Day
Job Description
Job Title:QA Automation Engineer - GenAI Experience
Location: Burgess Hill - 5 days per week onsite
Salary/Rate: £295 per day inside IR35
Start Date: 03/08/2026
Job Type: Contract - 6 months
Company Introduction
We have an exciting opportunity now available with one of our sector-leading financial services clients! They are currently looking for an experienced QA Automation Engineer with GenAI knowledge to join their team for a six-month contract.
Job Responsibilities/Objectives
We are seeking a highly skilled QA Automation Engineer with expertise in Generative AI, modern automation frameworks, and hands-on AI experience. The ideal candidate will drive quality assurance initiatives using cutting-edge technologies and AI-powered testing solutions.
? Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks using Python, JavaScript, and Playwright
? Implement AI-powered testing solutions to enhance test coverage and efficiency
? Create and execute API tests using RestAssured or Karate frameworks
? Collaborate with development teams to ensure quality throughout the SDLC
? Analyze test results and provide actionable insights
? Mentor junior team members on automation best practices
? Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes
Required Skills/Experience
The ideal candidate will have the following:
? Strong understanding of Generative AI concepts and applications in software testing
? Experience implementing AI-driven test automation solutions
? Familiarity with LLMs, prompt engineering, and AI model integration
Python - MUST HAVE
? Proficient in Python programming for test automation and scripting
? Experience with Python testing frameworks (pytest, unittest)
? Ability to develop custom automation utilities and tools
JavaScript - GOOD TO HAVE
? Strong JavaScript/TypeScript programming skills
? Experience with Node.js ecosystem for testing
? Understanding of modern ES6+ features
Playwright - MUST HAVE
? Hands-on experience with Playwright for end-to-end testing
? Cross-browser testing implementation
? Page Object Model design patterns
? API testing capabilities within Playwright
RestAssured / Karate - GOOD TO HAVE
? Expertise in API testing using RestAssured (Java) or Karate framework
? RESTful API validation and automation
? Data-driven testing and BDD approach
? JSON/XML response validation
Hands-on AI Experience
? Hands-on experience integrating AI into testing workflows
? Understanding of AI/ML testing challenges and solutions
? Experience with AI-powered test generation or analysis tools
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
? Strong experience in software testing and automation
? Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
? Experience with version control systems (Git)
? Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
? Strong communication and collaboration abilities
? Ability to work in an Agile/Scrum environment
NICE TO HAVE
? Experience in financial services or payments industry
? Knowledge of security testing practices
? Cloud platform experience (AWS, Azure, GCP)
? Performance testing experience
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now with your updated CV in Microsoft Word/PDF format.
Disclaimer
Notwithstanding any guidelines given to level of experience sought, we will consider candidates from outside this range if they can demonstrate the necessary competencies.
Square One is acting as both an employment agency and an employment business, and is an equal opportunities recruitment business. Square One embraces diversity and will treat everyone equally. Please see our website for our full diversity statement
Location: Burgess Hill - 5 days per week onsite
Salary/Rate: £295 per day inside IR35
Start Date: 03/08/2026
Job Type: Contract - 6 months
Company Introduction
We have an exciting opportunity now available with one of our sector-leading financial services clients! They are currently looking for an experienced QA Automation Engineer with GenAI knowledge to join their team for a six-month contract.
Job Responsibilities/Objectives
We are seeking a highly skilled QA Automation Engineer with expertise in Generative AI, modern automation frameworks, and hands-on AI experience. The ideal candidate will drive quality assurance initiatives using cutting-edge technologies and AI-powered testing solutions.
? Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks using Python, JavaScript, and Playwright
? Implement AI-powered testing solutions to enhance test coverage and efficiency
? Create and execute API tests using RestAssured or Karate frameworks
? Collaborate with development teams to ensure quality throughout the SDLC
? Analyze test results and provide actionable insights
? Mentor junior team members on automation best practices
? Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes
Required Skills/Experience
The ideal candidate will have the following:
? Strong understanding of Generative AI concepts and applications in software testing
? Experience implementing AI-driven test automation solutions
? Familiarity with LLMs, prompt engineering, and AI model integration
Python - MUST HAVE
? Proficient in Python programming for test automation and scripting
? Experience with Python testing frameworks (pytest, unittest)
? Ability to develop custom automation utilities and tools
JavaScript - GOOD TO HAVE
? Strong JavaScript/TypeScript programming skills
? Experience with Node.js ecosystem for testing
? Understanding of modern ES6+ features
Playwright - MUST HAVE
? Hands-on experience with Playwright for end-to-end testing
? Cross-browser testing implementation
? Page Object Model design patterns
? API testing capabilities within Playwright
RestAssured / Karate - GOOD TO HAVE
? Expertise in API testing using RestAssured (Java) or Karate framework
? RESTful API validation and automation
? Data-driven testing and BDD approach
? JSON/XML response validation
Hands-on AI Experience
? Hands-on experience integrating AI into testing workflows
? Understanding of AI/ML testing challenges and solutions
? Experience with AI-powered test generation or analysis tools
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
? Strong experience in software testing and automation
? Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
? Experience with version control systems (Git)
? Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
? Strong communication and collaboration abilities
? Ability to work in an Agile/Scrum environment
NICE TO HAVE
? Experience in financial services or payments industry
? Knowledge of security testing practices
? Cloud platform experience (AWS, Azure, GCP)
? Performance testing experience
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now with your updated CV in Microsoft Word/PDF format.
Disclaimer
Notwithstanding any guidelines given to level of experience sought, we will consider candidates from outside this range if they can demonstrate the necessary competencies.
Square One is acting as both an employment agency and an employment business, and is an equal opportunities recruitment business. Square One embraces diversity and will treat everyone equally. Please see our website for our full diversity statement