Senior QA Automation Engineer

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and experienced Senior QA Automation Engineer to join their quality assurance team in Plymouth . In this role, you will be instrumental in enhancing the quality and reliability of their software products by designing, developing, and maintaining automated testing frameworks. You will work closely with development teams to integrate automated testing into the CI/CD pipeline, ensuring efficient and effective quality assurance processes. This is a fantastic opportunity for a QA professional who is passionate about test automation and driving quality excellence within a fast-paced development environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement robust and scalable test automation frameworks for web and mobile applications.
• Write and execute automated test scripts using a variety of tools and languages (e.g., Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, Java, Python).
• Integrate automated tests into the CI/CD pipeline to ensure continuous testing and rapid feedback loops.
• Collaborate with developers and product managers to understand requirements and define test strategies.
• Perform root cause analysis of defects and work with the development team to resolve issues efficiently.
• Maintain and enhance existing automation scripts, ensuring their reliability and effectiveness.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of experience in Quality Assurance , with a strong focus on test automation.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages commonly used for test automation, such as Java, Python, or JavaScript .
• Extensive experience with automation tools like Selenium WebDriver, Cypress, or Playwright.
• Solid understanding of CI/CD principles and experience integrating test automation into pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI).
• Experience with API testing and performance testing tools is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid working model offering a blend of office and remote work in Plymouth .
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for professional development, certifications, and skill enhancement.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment focused on delivering high-quality software.