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 Oxford . This role is pivotal in ensuring the delivery of high-quality software through the design, development, and maintenance of automated testing frameworks. You will collaborate closely with development and product teams to integrate testing seamlessly into the development lifecycle, driving efficiency and product excellence. This is a fantastic opportunity for a detail-oriented professional to make a significant impact on product quality and play a key role in a technically advanced organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust and scalable automated test frameworks for web and mobile applications.
• Write and execute automated test scripts using programming languages like Python, Java, or JavaScript.
• Identify, record, document thoroughly, and track bugs, providing detailed information for developers.
• Collaborate with developers and product managers to understand requirements and define test strategies.
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines to ensure continuous quality assurance.
• Mentor junior QA engineers and contribute to the continuous improvement of testing processes and tools.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 4+ years of experience in QA automation engineering.
• Strong proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Python, Java, C#) for test automation scripting.
• Experience with popular automation tools and frameworks such as Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, or Appium.
• Solid understanding of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes.
• Experience with API testing and performance testing is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus.
• Hybrid work model providing a balance between remote and office-based work.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunities for training, professional development, and attending relevant conferences.