Software Engineer in Test

Saffron QA; Hemel Hempstead; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy is seeking a Software Engineer in Test to create test automation solutions using Playwright and TypeScript or JavaScript. This remote position requires expertise in BDD frameworks, CI pipelines, and the ability to work collaboratively across various projects while contributing to continuous improvement in quality engineering processes. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £50,000 and a chance to grow within a dynamic consulting environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with Playwright and TypeScript or JavaScript.
• Familiarity with GIT, Azure Repos, and CI tools like Jenkins.
• Experience in creating and maintaining code and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Support consultancy with technical support and proof of concepts.
• Establish and uphold coding standards for automation tools.
• Provide status updates to Test Manager and stakeholders.

Skills

Creating BDD framework

Test automation

Version control tools

CI Test Pipeline development

Continuous improvement strategies

Job description

Job Title: Software Engineer in Test

Sector: Test consultancy specialising in financial services

Location: Remote with occasional trips to consultancy and client offices

Salary: £40-50,000 + benefits

Saffron QA is the recruitment partner to a successful and expanding software testing consultancy. The organisation has a reputation of providing high calibre software testing services within the financial services sector.

We are in the market for a Software Engineer in Test/Automation Tester with experience of creating test automation solutions using Playwright and TypeScript or JavaScript.

The ideal candidate will be keen to progress their career in a consulting environment, where they can contribute to multiple projects, using a range of tools and technologies. You will be responsible for supporting the consultancy with technical support on proof of concepts as well as presenting and demoing solutions to clients.

We are looking for a candidate with the following experience;

Ability to create a BDD framework from scratch using Playwright. Experience working with version control tools like GIT, GIT hub, Bitbucket and Azure Repos. Establish and uphold coding standards for automation tools and processes. Develop CI Test Pipeline on the creation, maintenance, and improvement of CI tools such as MS Azure, Jenkins, GitHub Actions. Participate in the continuous improvement of the Quality Engineering process, including the implementation of best practices and automation strategies. Create and maintain code and documentation for project work. Provide regular status updates and reports on testing progress to the Test Manager and stakeholders.

This position is being offered on a permanent basis and offers a salary of up to £50,000/annum.

*Must hold British passport or ILR due to background checking process. No Visa sponsorship available.