Automation Test Engineer

Spectrum IT Recruitment; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology recruitment agency is seeking an Automation Test Engineer to work in a hybrid role focused on designing and implementing automated testing solutions. Located in Chichester, this position requires at least three days per week in-office collaboration. Candidates should have experience with Playwright and API testing, making significant contributions to product quality and scalability.

Qualifications

• Experience in designing and implementing automated testing solutions.
• Ability to work closely with Software Engineering & Test Manager.
• Experience in delivering phased automation strategies.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement automated testing solutions.
• Ensure product quality and scalability using Playwright.
• Collaborate with the team on project needs.

Skills

Experience in test automation (Playwright, Selenium, etc.)

Strong experience testing REST APIs

Familiarity with Agile software development practices

ISTQB Foundation Level (CTFL 4.0) or higher certification

Solid understanding of software development principles

Experience with test management tools

Proficiency in database technologies

Knowledge of C#, MVC, and Entity Framework

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Job description

Automation Test Engineer

Hybrid - 3 days per week in the Chichester Office
35,000 - 40,000

About the Role
My client are seeking a skilled Automation Test Engineer to design, develop, and implement automated testing solutions across a suite of five key software products. You'll work closely with the Software Engineering & Test Manager to deliver a phased automation strategy that ensures product quality and scalability, using Playwright as the primary tool.
This is a hybrid role, requiring at least three days per week in-office, with flexibility depending on team and project needs.

Skills Required:

• Experience in test automation (Playwright, Selenium, etc.)
• Strong experience testing REST APIs and implementing API test strategies
• Familiarity with Agile software development practices
• ISTQB Foundation Level (CTFL 4.0) or higher certification
• Solid understanding of software development principles
• Experience with test management tools
• Proficiency in database technologies such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, or Oracle (desirable)
• Knowledge of C#, MVC, and Entity Framework (an advantage)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

If you have the skills required then please send your CV to (url removed)

Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.