Senior QA Automation Engineer

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and methodical Senior QA Automation Engineer to enhance their software quality assurance processes in Nottingham . This role is vital for ensuring the delivery of high-quality, bug-free software products by developing and maintaining automated test suites. You will work closely with development teams to integrate testing into the CI/CD pipeline and advocate for best practices in quality assurance. This hybrid position provides a blend of collaborative office-based work and remote flexibility, supporting a culture committed to excellence and continuous improvement in software delivery. You will be instrumental in elevating the standard of quality across all our software releases.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts for web and mobile applications using frameworks like Selenium, Cypress, or Appium.
• Integrate automated tests into the CI/CD pipeline to enable continuous testing.
• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test strategies.
• Identify, document, and track software defects thoroughly.
• Collaborate with developers and product managers to understand requirements and ensure adequate test coverage.
• Analyze test results and provide clear, concise reports on software quality and defect trends.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in QA automation and software testing.
• Proven experience with test automation frameworks (e.g., Selenium WebDriver, Cypress, Playwright).
• Strong programming skills in at least one language relevant to test automation (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript).
• Experience with API testing tools (e.g., Postman, RestAssured).
• Familiarity with agile development methodologies and CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential for annual performance bonuses.
• Hybrid working model promoting work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company pension scheme and life insurance benefits.
• Support for professional development, including relevant training courses and certifications.