Test Automation Engineer (Scrum)

DXC Technology Company; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

DXC Technology is seeking a Test Automation Engineer to design, develop, and execute automated tests across APIs, microservices, and user interfaces. You will ensure tests are integrated into CI/CD pipelines to enable rapid, reliable releases.

You will work in an Agile Scrum environment, collaborating with teammates to clarify acceptance criteria and edge-case scenarios, while applying tools like Selenium, Playwright, Postman, and RestAssured.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in software verification and test automation.
• Proficient in scripting automated tests using Selenium/Playwright/RestAssured.
• Strong background in integrating tests into CI/CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with Agile Scrum methodologies and Git workflows.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute automated test scripts across APIs, microservices, and UIs.
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines for every build and release.
• Investigate defects with detailed repro steps and verify fixes.
• Collaborate in sprint planning and backlog refinement to define acceptance criteria.

Skills

Agile Scrum

Git

CI/CD

Edge-case testing

Education

Technical NVQ Level 3/4

STEM degree

Equivalent software testing experience

Tools

Selenium

Playwright

Postman

RestAssured

Job description

Job Description:DXC Technology is committed to building diverse, inclusive teams. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly encourage interest from women, underrepresented groups, and neurodivergent candidates. We offer reasonable adjustments throughout the hiring process and are dedicated to creating a supportive, accessible environment for everyone.Test Automation Engineer (Scrum)Location: Hampshire (onsite 5 days per week)As a Test Automation Engineer, you design, develop, and execute automated test scripts to verify system functionality, performance, and security throughout each sprint. You ensure automated tests are reliable and seamlessly integrated into CI/CD pipelines, supporting faster releases and confident, high-quality deployments.Key ResponsibilitiesScript Development: Write maintainable, reusable, and robust automated test scripts for APIs, microservices, and user interfaces.Pipeline Execution: Integrate test suites into CI/CD pipelines to ensure automated regression testing occurs with every build.Defect Investigation: Analyze test failures, log defects with detailed reproduction steps, and verify fixes provided by developers.Collaboration: Participate actively in sprint planning and backlog refinement to define clear acceptance criteria and test scenarios.Strong proficiency in test automation tools (Selenium, Playwright, Postman, RestAssured).Coding ability in languages such as Python, Java, or TypeScript.Experience working within Agile Scrum teams and using version control systems (Git).Familiarity with performance and security testing tools is highly advantageous.Analytical mindset with meticulous attention to detail.Proactive problem-solver who enjoys exploring edge cases and system resilience.Effective team player dedicated to quality and continuous improvement.What you'll bringExtensive experience in software verification and test automation, including scripting automated test suites (e.g. Selenium, Playwright, RestAssured) integrated into CI/CD pipelines.Education & Foundational Benchmark: Technical NVQ Level 3/4, STEM degree, or equivalent software testing experience.Professional Certifications: ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) or BCS Software Testing certification; ITIL Foundation; test automation tool-specific accreditation (e.g. Tricentis Tosca AS1/AS2, Selenium) advantageous.At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in-person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.Recruitment fraud is a scheme in which fictitious job opportunities are offered to job seekers typically through online services, such as false websites, or through unsolicited emails claiming to be from the company. These emails may request recipients to provide personal information or to make payments as part of their illegitimate recruiting process. DXC does not make offers of employment via social media networks and DXC never asks for any money or payments from applicants at any point in the recruitment process, nor ask a job seeker to purchase IT or other equipment on our behalf.