Quality Assurance Automation Engineer
On site
Southampton, United Kingdom
£ 50,000 / year
Full Time
13-03-2025
Job Specifications
Automation Test Engineer
Base Salary £50k
Annual bonus 8%
Location: Hedge End, Southampton
Office based for 2 days a week
We cannot accept any applicant's who require sponsorship. The client will need you to be Security Checked (SC) and as a result, you must not require visa sponsorship.
About the Role
We are looking for a skilled Automation Test Engineer to join our growing team.
The ideal candidate will:
Communicate effectively through various channels, including email, messaging platforms, phone, and video conferencing.
Have a strong commitment to ensuring product quality.
Be an analytical problem solver with a keen interest in the latest testing tools and technologies.
Be process-driven and detail-oriented.
Key Responsibilities
Automate and manually test complex web applications and backend components.
Develop test plans, design test cases, and execute tests within an Agile framework.
Configure, maintain, and manage test environments.
Set up test data for different scenarios.
Analyze faults, replicate issues, and test software fixes.
Conduct non-functional testing, including performance, security, and accessibility.
Collaborate closely with R&D teams and technical support.
What You’ll Need
Strong experience in test automation and test environment setup.
Hands-on knowledge of C#, Web API testing, and Azure portal.
Familiarity with software testing methodologies, particularly in Agile environments.
A structured, analytical approach with good troubleshooting skills.
Bonus Points for Experience With
ISTQB/ISEB certifications.
SQL Server administration.
Elasticsearch/Kibana.
JavaScript.
GIT and Azure.
Tools such as Fiddler, Azure DevOps/TFS, Visual Studio, and JMeter.
Security or performance testing.
WCAG compliance and assistive technologies.
A degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant field.
Why Join Us?
Be part of a rapidly growing, innovative company with a global presence.
Work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with career growth opportunities.
Enjoy a hybrid work model—2 days in the office and 3 remote—designed for flexibility and collaboration.
If you’re passionate about automation testing and looking for your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you!
About the Company
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