Test Automation Engineer

Thermo Fisher Scientific; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the scientific field is seeking a mid-level Test Automation Engineer to join their Clinical Development Innovation team. This home-based role involves designing, developing, and maintaining test automation systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience in test engineering, with proficiency in various automation tools and a commitment to quality and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience as a Test Engineer or similar role.
• Proficiency with Test Automation tools.
• Familiarity with Azure and Azure DevOps.

Responsibilities

• Design, maintain, and document governance and principles.
• Develop and maintain system testing and test automation.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers.

Skills

Test Automation

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

PactFlow

Cypress.io

Selenium

TestNG

CodedUI

Azure DevOps

Job description

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About Us: As the world leader in serving science, we solve the world’s toughest problems, like giving cancer patients hope, ensuring water and food are safe, helping law enforcement solve cases through forensics, and serving as the largest provider of COVID-19 solutions.

Work Schedule: Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions: Office

Our Data Science, Digital and IT careers offer a unique opportunity to apply your skills in analytics, statistics, data science, programming, and IT to drive our Mission of enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. When you join Thermo Fisher Scientific, your work makes a positive impact in our world. #TechWithPurpose

Role Description: We are seeking a dedicated mid-level Test Automation Engineer to join our Clinical Development Innovation team within PPD, the clinical research division of Thermo Fisher Scientific. This global role involves the SDLC, including design, development, testing, deployment, monitoring, and maintenance of software systems. A solid foundation in software development, collaboration skills, and a commitment to growth are essential.

Our Tech Stack: Programming Languages: JavaScript, C# .Net, Azure Bicep, YAML, Python; Frameworks: React, NextJS, .Net Core; Databases: Azure Cosmos DB, Snowflake, Azure Data Factory; Cloud: Azure Functions, Service Bus, Storage, Key Vault; CI/CD: Azure DevOps; Automation & Testing: PactFlow, Cypress.io, Selenium, TestNG, CodedUI; Monitoring: Azure Monitor, App Insight; Version Control: Git.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, maintain, and document governance, principles, and ways of working.
• Develop and maintain system testing and test automation.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers.
• Write clean, scalable, and efficient code.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade software.
• Participate in code reviews and knowledge sharing.

This is a home-based, 2-year fixed-term role in the UK.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with relevant qualifications.
• 5+ years’ experience as a Test Engineer or similar role.
• Proficiency with Test Automation tools including PactFlow, Cypress.io, Selenium, TestNG, CodedUI.
• Familiarity with Azure and Azure DevOps.
• Knowledge of RESTful APIs and microservices architecture.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Understanding of software development methodologies.
• Knowledge of serverless architecture and cloud computing.
• Experience with TDD, BDD, unit, integration, and E2E testing.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and learn new technologies.