Senior Test Automation Engineer - Java/Selenium, CI/CD

Burns Sheehan; Essex; Hybrid; GBP 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Senior Test Automation Engineer to design and implement automation frameworks within a hybrid working environment. The ideal candidate will leverage over 7 years of software testing experience, particularly in automation with Java and Selenium, to enhance high-quality software delivery. This role offers significant influence over automation strategy in a collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in software testing, with 5+ in automation using Java and Selenium.
• Experience designing enterprise-level automation frameworks and testing web services, APIs, and UIs.
• Strong understanding of Agile, CI/CD, and software testing principles.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain Java/Selenium automation frameworks.
• Develop and run automated tests for functional, regression, and integration scenarios.
• Integrate tests into CI/CD pipelines and support teams in improving automation coverage.
• Manage test data efficiently and optimise test performance.
• Troubleshoot issues and provide actionable insights through reports.
• Mentor junior team members and collaborate across development and product teams.

Skills

Java

Selenium

Agile

CI/CD

Problem-solving

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience

Job description

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Senior Test Automation Engineer to design and implement automation frameworks within a hybrid working environment. The ideal candidate will leverage over 7 years of software testing experience, particularly in automation with Java and Selenium, to enhance high-quality software delivery. This role offers significant influence over automation strategy in a collaborative setting.