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Alphayotta

Quality Engineer

On site

Basildon, United kingdom

Mid level

Freelance

28-01-2026

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Skills

Time Management Python Java JavaScript Jira GitHub Version Control Jenkins Test Selenium Test Automation Problem-solving Regression Programming AWS Software Development api testing Confluence Postman Agile Manual Testing Automation Testing Grafana

Job Specifications

We are in need of - Automation Engineer who is skilled in API Automation, Web automation and Manual testing.

Please Note: NO VISA SPONSORSHIP

Prefer candidates residing in the UK (Basildon)

Role: Quality Automation Engineer

Location: Basildon, UK

Work Type: Contract

Working Mode: Onsite - 5 days from office

Responsibilities and Duties

Perform Manual and API testing for the new development.
Create and maintain E2E test automation scripts and perform continuous testing using Jenkins and SauceLabs by keeping a high automation ration.
Responsible for in-sprint API and Web automation testing of the scheduled releases and maintaining the regression suite
Creation of test plans, test automation strategies, test cycles and test cases. Assess the reports generated after automated scripts execution and identify bugs
Write APIs automated tests and DB validations using Python in the pytest framework.
Responsible for managing the Jira board from opening to completion of tasks and target to meet the deadline of the project

Qualifications and Skills

6+ years of experience with automating tests for Web(Cypress, Selenium with Java) and APIs.
Experience working with Postman and API automation testing
Strong grasp of testing methodologies for all types of testing - Functional, Regression, Sanity, Smoke, White box, and Black box testing
Experience with Atlassian products like Jira, Xray and Confluence
Experience in one or more programming languages like Java, Python, and Javascript.
Experience in working closely with the Software Development and Product Team in an agile environment.
Good understanding of source code management and version control systems like GitHub, SourceTree.
Familiar with reporting bugs on Jira and defect lifecycle management.
Time management skills, ability to meet deadlines, and function in a fast paced and flexible environment
Experience at working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment is essential
Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment is crucial
Details oriented with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to deal with situations where information is difficult to obtain, complex or ambiguous.
Experience in handling multiple projects at the same time and meeting deadlines.
Experience and knowledge in the Fintech industry is an asset.

Nice to have

Mobile automation with Appium is a plus.
Knowledge of Grafana, Kibana, Rundeck, AWS.
Experience with SauceLabs is an asset.

Interested aspirants can share their CV / Queries to anita.gokul@alphayotta.com

About the Company

AlphaYotta provides a variety of innovative and comprehensive IT solutions. We deliver quality services in the most efficient way, and our experts will work collaboratively with you to customise our offerings to your particular needs. Book a meeting with one of our consultants to hear more about how we can assist your operation. Know more