Test Automation Engineer

Kainos; Birmingham; Presencial; GBP 42.000 - 64.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Join Kainos as a Test Automation Engineer in the United Kingdom (Birmingham). You will develop and execute automated and manual tests within an agile team, ensuring software delivered meets user needs and quality standards.

The role offers opportunities to learn new technologies and grow with talented colleagues across digital services and enterprise platforms. You will work with Playwright for functional/regression tests, leverage CI/CD pipelines, and collaborate closely with developers and QA

Formación

• Experience in software testing (automation or hybrid QA roles).
• Proficiency in Java programming fundamentals.
• Experience with Playwright for functional and regression testing.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI).
• Basic understanding of version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Exposure to API testing using tools like Postman or REST Assured.
• Basic knowledge of test frameworks (e.g., TestNG or JUnit).
• Understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Experience using defect tracking and test management tools (e.g., Jira, TestRail, Zephyr).

Responsabilidades

• Develop and execute functional automated and manual tests to help the team deliver working software that meets user needs.
• Work within a multi-skilled agile team, contributing to test planning, execution, and reporting.
• Collaborate with developers and QA to identify, reproduce, and document defects clearly and concisely.
• Continuously learn about new testing approaches and technologies to improve quality.

Conocimientos

Test Automation

Java

Playwright

CI/CD

Git

API testing

Test frameworks

Agile/Scrum

Defect tracking

Herramientas

Jira

TestRail

Zephyr

Postman

REST Assured

Jenkins

GitHub Actions

GitLab CI

Descripción del empleo

• Experience in software testing (automation or hybrid QA roles).
• Proficiency in Java programming fundamentals.
• Experience with Playwright for functional and regression testing.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI).
• Basic understanding of version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Exposure to API testing using tools like Postman or REST Assured.
• Basic knowledge of test frameworks (e.g., TestNG or JUnit).
• Understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Experience using defect tracking and test management tools (e.g., Jira, TestRail, Zephyr).

Desirable:

• Experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines.
• Exposure to cross-browser and responsive UI validation.
• Familiarity with enterprise-level web platforms.
• Participation in sprint planning, story refinement, and QA estimation.
• Ownership of test planning and execution for assigned features.
• Ability to provide clear, actionable test results and defect reports.
• Contribution to continuous improvement in testing processes.
• Familiarity with maintaining test frameworks, environments, and reporting tools.

Join Kainos and Shape the Future At Kainos, we're problem solvers, innovators, and collaborators - driven by a shared mission to create real impact. Whether we're transforming digital services for millions, delivering cutting-edge Workday solutions, or pushing the boundaries of technology, we do it together. We believe in a people-first culture , where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your contributions truly make a difference. Here, you'll be part of a diverse, ambitious team that celebrates creativity and collaboration. Ready to make your mark? Join us and be part of something bigger.

Main purpose of the role & responsibilities in the business:

As a Test Automation Engineer in Kainos, you'll work within a multi-skilled agile team, developing and executing functional automated and manual tests to help the team deliver working application software that meets user needs. You'll do this whilst learning about new technologies and approaches, with talented colleagues who will help you learn, develop and grow.