Lead Test Automation Engineer (Python)

CybeRim; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative fintech company is seeking a Lead Test Automation Engineer who thrives in a dynamic environment. This role involves leading automation testing efforts and mentoring a team while ensuring compliance with industry regulations. You will create and maintain test automation frameworks using Python, Selenium, and other advanced tools. With a hybrid work arrangement, you will enjoy flexibility while making a significant impact in a forward-thinking team. If you are passionate about quality assurance and automation, this is an exciting opportunity to grow your career and lead a talented team.

Qualifications

• Experience in regulated environments is essential.
• Hands-on leader with mentoring experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead automation testing efforts ensuring efficient solutions.
• Develop and maintain automated test scripts using Python and Selenium.

Skills

Python

Selenium

Pytest

Appium

SQL

Test Automation

Agile Methodologies

Tools

Postman

SOAP UI

Cucumber

Job description

Lead Test Automation Engineer with Python and experience in regulated environments is required by our fintech client. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on leader who enjoys both technical work and mentoring. The role offers a hybrid work arrangement, with just one day per month required in the London office.

You'll create and maintain test automation frameworks to ensure consistency and efficiency across all tests, and you'll participate in code reviews, providing feedback on testability and automation coverage. The Lead Test Automation Engineer will develop and maintain automated test scripts using programming languages and tools such as Python, Selenium, Pytest, and Appium. You will spend about 20% of your time coaching and mentoring a team of four engineers in an agile, forward-thinking environment.

You will:

1. Lead the automation testing efforts, ensuring efficient and scalable solutions.
2. Drive the automation strategy using Python, Selenium, Pytest, Appium, and other advanced tools.
3. Ensure compliance with regulations and standards in a fintech environment.
4. Utilize Postman, Selenium, SOAP UI, and Cucumber.
5. Possess solid SQL skills and experience with relational databases.