QA Automation Engineer

Ascendion; Lower Blandford St Mary; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced QA Automation Engineer to join their team. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in Java, utilizing the Spring technology stack, and a strong background in data modeling, database SQL, and performance tuning. Responsibilities include hands-on work as a QA engineer with exposure to cloud-native development and understanding of micro-service design patterns. This role promises to enhance your skills in a collaborative environment focused on innovation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Java with Spring technology stack.
• Hands-on work experience as a QA automation engineer.
• Good understanding of messaging layers like IBM MQ, Kafka.

Skills

Java (using Spring technology stack)

QA automation engineering

Data modeling

Database SQL

Micro-service design pattern

Kubernetes

MongoDB

Education

BS/BA degree or equivalent experience

Job description

We are seeking an experienced QA Automation Engineer with expertise in Java (using Spring technology stack) to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data modeling, database SQL and related performance tuning.

• 5+ years Java (using Spring technology stack)
• Hands‑on work experience as a QA automation engineer
• Exposure to messaging layers like IBM MQ, Kafka etc.
• Good understanding of micro‑service design pattern
• Proficient in data modeling, database SQL and related performance tuning
• Good understanding of Kubernetes concepts and operation (hands‑on experience preferred), working knowledge of MongoDB preferred; BS/BA degree or equivalent experience
• Advanced knowledge of application, data, and infrastructure architecture disciplines
• Understanding of architecture and design across all systems
• Working proficiency in developmental toolsets
• Knowledge of industry‑wide technology trends and best practices
• Ability to work in large, collaborative teams to achieve organizational goals
• Passionate about building an innovative culture
• Proficiency in one or more modern programming languages
• Understanding of software skills such as business analysis, development, maintenance, and software improvement
• Exposure to cloud native development