Test Automation Engineer

Person Centred Software; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A digital solutions provider in care is seeking a Test Automation Engineer in Belfast. This role involves ensuring high-quality software through effective testing practices, using tools like Playwright and C#. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in automated testing, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes. The position offers a salary range of £35,000 - £45,000 and benefits including a contributory pension scheme and flexible working options.

Benefits

Base salary of £35,000 - £45,000

25 days holiday increasing with service

Contributory pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Staff discounts portal

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Strong experience in automated test development with C#.
• Proven proficiency with test tools such as Playwright and MS Test.
• Deep understanding of test-driven development and full-stack test automation.
• Hands-on experience testing web applications and REST APIs.
• Familiarity with relational and NoSQL database testing.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of quality within the project team.
• Design, implement, and maintain both manual and automated test scenarios.
• Collaborate with developers and stakeholders to define acceptance criteria.
• Execute manual and automated test suites and perform exploratory testing.
• Develop and extend test automation frameworks.

Skills

Automated test development

C#

Test tools (Playwright, MS Test, XUnit)

Test-driven development

Web applications testing

REST APIs testing

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

HTML

CSS

JavaScript

Azure environments

Mobile app automated testing (Appium)

Tools

Playwright

Postman

RestSharp

SQL Server

NoSQL databases

Job description

At Person Centred Software were committed to improving the lives of people in care through dependable high-performing digital solutions. As a Test Automation Engineer youll play a crucial role in ensuring our software is robust scalable and built with quality at its core. Youll be the go-to expert on testing within the project team shaping the way we deliver reliable intuitive technology that supports care professionals every day.

What Youll Do:

• Take ownership of quality within the project team advocating for robust testable and stable software
• Design implement and maintain both manual and automated test scenarios frameworks and tools
• Collaborate closely with developers product managers and stakeholders to define and refine acceptance criteria and test plans
• Execute manual and automated test suites and perform exploratory and non-functional testing
• Develop and extend test automation frameworks using Playwright C#
• Ensure high-quality reporting on test results coverage and defects
• Test web applications and APIs using tools such as Postman and RestSharp
• Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and overall development quality
• Participate in TDD practices and support developers in maintaining high unit testing standards

What Youll Bring:

• Strong experience in automated test development with C#
• Proficiency with test tools such as Playwright MS Test or XUnit
• Deep understanding of test-driven development and full-stack test automation
• Hands-on experience testing web applications and REST APIs
• Familiarity with relational (SQL Server) and NoSQL database testing
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational and communication skills
• (Desirable) Working knowledge of HTML CSS JavaScript and Azure environments
• (Desirable) Experience in mobile app automated testing (e.g. Appium)
• A proactive mindset and passion for delivering high-quality software in a collaborative environment

What We Offer:

• A base salary of 35000 - 45000 and bonus depending on experience
• Modern town centre offices in Guildford with opportunity for ad hoc home working
• 25 days holiday increasing with service
• Contributory pension scheme
• Additional perks including cycle to work scheme, staff discounts portal, and Employee Assistance Programme

Required Experience

Manager

Key Skills

Google Analytics, Automation, ASP.NET, Automation Testing, Electrical & Automation

Employment Type

Full-Time

Experience

years

Vacancy

1

Monthly Salary

35000 - 45000