Senior Test Engineer

Cox Automotive; Accrington; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in automotive technology is seeking a Senior Test Engineer to design test strategies and improve test automation. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in test automation and programming, particularly in C#. This position offers a flexible hybrid working model and opportunities for career growth within a collaborative culture. Join us to help shape the future of automotive technology!

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working model

Opportunities for career growth

Competitive salary and benefits

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Strong experience in test automation and programming.
• Hands-on experience with modern test frameworks and tools.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement test strategies for high-quality releases.
• Develop and execute automated test cases.
• Perform API testing, regression testing, and exploratory testing.
• Collaborate in an Agile Scrum environment.
• Drive improvements in test automation frameworks.

Skills

Test automation

Programming (C# preferred)

Playwright

Cypress

Postman

SoapUI

RestSharp

Docker

GIT

Cloud platforms (AWS or Azure)

Performance testing (K6)

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Senior Test Engineer – Cox Automotive Europe

Location: Leeds or Manchester - Hybrid (UK-based)

Join a global leader in automotive technology and help us deliver world‑class software solutions!

At Cox Automotive Europe, we develop cutting‑edge platforms that power our wholesale and auction businesses, enabling hundreds of vehicle transactions daily across the UK. We’re looking for a Senior Test Engineer who is passionate about test automation, quality assurance, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement test strategies to ensure comprehensive coverage and high‑quality releases.
• Develop and execute automated test cases using modern frameworks and tools.
• Perform API testing, regression testing, and exploratory testing where required.
• Collaborate with developers, product managers, and stakeholders in an Agile Scrum environment.
• Drive improvements in test automation frameworks and mentor junior engineers.

Essential Skills

• Strong experience in test automation and programming (C# preferred).
• Hands‑on experience with Playwright / Cypress, Postman, SoapUI, and RestSharp.
• Familiarity with Docker, GIT, and cloud platforms (AWS or Azure).
• Knowledge of performance testing tools like K6.
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills.

Desirable: Database knowledge, risk‑based testing, and experience with complex integrations.

Why Work With Us?

• Be part of a global automotive leader driving innovation.
• Work on high‑impact projects using modern tech stacks.
• Enjoy a flexible hybrid working model and opportunities for career growth.
• Competitive salary, benefits, and a collaborative culture that values creativity and learning.

Ready to accelerate your career?

Apply now and join Cox Automotive Europe in shaping the future of automotive technology!

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