Test Automation Engineer (Mobile)

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

Job summary

A leading digital solutions company in Belfast is seeking a Test Automation Engineer to improve software quality. You will design and maintain both manual and automated test scenarios, work closely with developers, and ensure high-quality reporting on test results. Required skills include automated test development with TypeScript, testing web applications, and a proactive mindset. The role offers a base salary between £35,000 and £45,000, modern office space, 25 days holiday, and additional perks.

Benefits

Cycle-to-work scheme

Staff discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Strong experience in automated test development with TypeScript.
• Previous experience in mobile app automated testing, especially with Appium.
• Proficiency with test tools like MS Test or XUnit.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of quality within the project team.
• Design, implement and maintain test scenarios, frameworks, and tools.
• Collaborate closely with developers to define acceptance criteria.

Skills

Automated test development with TypeScript

Mobile app automated testing (Appium)

Test tools such as MS Test or XUnit

Test-driven development

Web applications and REST APIs testing

SQL Server and NoSQL database testing

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Working knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Azure

Job description

Overview

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 you’ll play a crucial role in ensuring our software is robust, scalable and built with quality at its core. You’ll 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 You’ll 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 Appium and TypeScript
• 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
• Collaborate with developers in maintaining high unit‑testing standards

What You’ll Bring

• Strong experience in automated test development with TypeScript
• Previous Experience in mobile app automated testing (Appium highly desirable)
• Proficiency with test tools such as 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
• A proactive mindset and passion for delivering high‑quality software in a collaborative environment

What We Offer

• A base salary of 35,000 – 45,000 and bonus depending on experience
• Modern town‑centre offices in Belfast with opportunity for ad‑hoc home working
• 25 days holiday, increasing with service
• Contributory pension scheme
• Additional perks including a cycle‑to‑work scheme, staff discounts, portal and Employee Assistance Programme

At Person Centred Software were leading the digital revolution in social care. Our technology is reshaping an industry that impacts millions, driving efficiency, improving outcomes and setting new standards. Every day your work will help modernise and future‑proof social care.

Tech That Transforms: automation, real‑time data. Our solutions are redefining how social care operates. Join the market leader trusted by thousands; we set the benchmark for digital transformation in social care.

Drive meaningful innovation. Work at the forefront of a sector ready for change where your skills fuel real‑world impact. Challenge yourself, make a difference. If you love tech and solving big challenges we want to hear from you. Work with the best – join a team of top‑tier professionals passionate about using technology to drive change.