Senior Automation Test Analyst

Q-Solution Limited; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is on the lookout for a Lead Test Automation Engineer to spearhead their automation strategy. This pivotal role involves designing comprehensive test automation frameworks and mentoring a team of SDET engineers to enhance existing processes. With a focus on cloud technologies and modern methodologies, the successful candidate will play a crucial role in optimizing tools and ensuring effective communication with clients. If you are a technically skilled leader with a passion for delivering cutting-edge testing solutions, this opportunity is perfect for you to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in designing and maintaining test automation frameworks.
• Advanced proficiency in Python and cloud technologies for automation.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop a test automation strategy while mentoring SDET engineers.
• Collaborate with teams to define test requirements and recommend automation.

Skills

Developing Automation Frameworks

Test-Driven Development (TDD)

Behavior-Driven Development (BDD)

Cloud Technologies

Leadership Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Tools

Python

Playwright

SpecFlow

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

Base Location: London
Area: Supporting internal system and external clients
Employment Type: Permanent – Full Time
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Remuneration: £50,000 – £70,000 / year

Top 5 Skills

1. Developing Automation Frameworks
2. Playwright, Specflow, Python, C#
3. TDD/BDD

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and driven Lead Test Automation Engineer to join our growing team. This role will play a key part in shaping our future test automation strategy and enhancing existing frameworks both internally and with our primary clients to optimize our tools and processes. Working closely with the Head of Test, the successful candidate will not only contribute to developing our automation approach but also play an active role in recruiting and mentoring a team of SDET Engineers.

As our ‘as-a-service’ offerings continue to expand, there is a growing need to establish a comprehensive strategy for validating these services using modern test automation tools and methodologies aligned with DevOps CI/CD development and deployment practices.

Our Requirement

The ideal candidate will be technically proficient and possess strong leadership and influencing skills to effectively represent Q-Solution to clients. This role requires confidence and expertise in communicating the benefits and implementation of test automation frameworks.

Proficiency in cloud technologies, BDD-based test frameworks, and tools such as Python, Playwright, and SpecFlow is essential. Additionally, the candidate must be capable of designing and developing custom automation frameworks from the ground up, based on collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

We are seeking a technically skilled team player who can help us deliver the innovative testing solutions our customers expect.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop a company-wide test automation strategy and framework, while leading and mentoring a team of SDET engineers to implement it effectively.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills to engage with clients and support the training and development of the internal team.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all matters related to test automation tools, frameworks, and programming languages.
• Collaborate with internal and client teams to define test requirements and provide expert recommendations on suitable areas for automation.
• Represent Q-Solution in key project meetings and Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning and reviews.

Mandatory Skills

• Proven experience in designing, developing, implementing, and maintaining test automation frameworks from the ground up.
• Advanced proficiency in Python to support and enhance existing automation tools.
• Hands-on experience working in DevOps and Agile environments with CI/CD deployment pipelines.
• Strong documentation skills to ensure comprehensive records of designs and work, supporting client transparency and team knowledge sharing.
• Practical understanding and application of Test-Driven Development (TDD) and Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) methodologies.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills to manage tasks and project timelines effectively.
• Solid technical knowledge of Cloud technologies and practices, including CI/CD, containerization, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
• Exceptional presentation skills, with the ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences.
• Practical experience and understanding of TDD and BDD software delivery methodologies.
• Proficiency in the Atlassian product suite, particularly JIRA and Confluence.

The candidate is expected to have the necessary technical understanding to be able to adopt new tools and techniques in support of the projects and programmes we work with.

Supporting Skills

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent risk-based test management skills
• Excellent communication – able to articulate to both technical teams and project/programme boards