Automation QA Engineer

Dabster; London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in London is seeking an experienced Automation QA Engineer to join their client's dynamic technology team. The role involves designing and executing automated test frameworks for cloud-native applications, with a focus on AWS services. You'll work in a hybrid environment, collaborating closely with development and operations teams. The ideal candidate has proven experience in automation testing with Java and Spring Boot, and is familiar with AWS technologies. This position offers strong potential for contract extension.

Benefits

Innovative environment

Hybrid flexibility

Qualifications

• Proven experience in automation testing, particularly with Java and Spring Boot.
• Familiarity with AWS services like Lambda, EventBridge, SQS, and Kinesis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain automated test cases using Java and Spring Boot frameworks.
• Design test strategies for AWS-based services including Lambda functions.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams for CI/CD processes.

Skills

Automation testing

Java

Spring Boot

AWS services

BDD

Analytical skills

Tools

Cucumber

AWS Lambda

EventBridge

SQS

Kinesis

Job description

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At Dabster, we specialize in connecting top talent with leading global companies. We are currently seeking a skilled Automation QA Engineer to join our client's dynamic technology team in London. Our mission is to be the foremost recruitment specialist in securing exceptional talent for a diverse range of global clients.

Who Will You Work With:

Our client is a major player in the digital technology space, focusing on delivering high-performance, scalable applications within a cloud-native environment. You'll join a collaborative engineering team that works on next-generation cloud applications using modern frameworks and AWS technologies.

About the Role:

As an Automation QA Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and executing automated test frameworks to ensure the reliability and performance of event-driven cloud applications. You will work closely with development and DevOps teams to test applications that leverage AWS services such as Lambda, EventBridge, and SQS.

This is a hybrid role requiring days per week onsite in London, UK. The initial contract duration is – months, with a strong possibility of extension.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain automated test cases using Java and Spring Boot frameworks.

Design test strategies for AWS-based services including Lambda functions, EventBridge, SQS, and event mappers.

Support behavior-driven development (BDD); knowledge of Cucumber is a plus.

Implement automated testing for event-driven architectures and microservices.

Validate message flows using AWS SQS and Kinesis Streams.

Collaborate with development and operations teams to ensure seamless CI/CD and deployment.

Log, track, and manage bugs and ensure test coverage and quality standards are met.

Preferred Skills:

Proven experience in automation testing, particularly with Java and Spring Boot.

Hands-on experience with AWS services like Lambda, EventBridge, SQS, and Kinesis.

Familiarity with supporting AWS technologies such as DynamoDB, API Gateway, and CloudFormation.

Experience working within CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.

BDD experience and tools such as Cucumber are advantageous.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

What We Offer:

Innovative Environment: Be part of a forward-thinking tech team focused on AWS cloud solutions and automation.

Hybrid Flexibility: Work days a week onsite in London with remote flexibility for the remainder.

Contract Type: – months, with strong potential for extension.

Interview Process:

Expect one or two rounds of technical discussions focusing on AWS, automation frameworks, and test strategy, followed by a client-focused round.

How to Apply:

If you're an experienced Automation QA Engineer ready to contribute to cloud-native quality engineering initiatives, we'd love to hear from you.

Submit your resume via LinkedIn or send it to .

Elevate your career by building the future of automation testing in cloud-native environments!