Automated QA Engineer

The Recruitment Company Australia; Connacht; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Recruitment Company Australia is seeking a Senior Automation QA to join a leading financial services company in Galway, Ireland. This role involves taking ownership of automation frameworks, ensuring high-quality software delivery, and collaborating closely with developers and product teams.

The ideal candidate will lead automated testing efforts, mentor junior team members, and contribute to the continuous improvement of testing practices. Relevant experience in financial services is advantageous but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• Strong background in automated testing with relevant frameworks.
• Experience working in financial services or related sectors is advantageous.
• Based in Galway, Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and maintenance of automated test suites.
• Work with cross‑functional teams to ensure comprehensive test coverage.
• Identify automation and performance improvement opportunities.
• Mentor junior team members in best practices.
• Evaluate and adopt new testing technologies.

Skills

Automated testing frameworks

Programming skills

Software development lifecycle

Mentoring

Collaboration

Job description

Our client, a leading financial services company, is seeking a Senior Automation QA to join their dynamic development team. This role offers a unique opportunity to take ownership of automation frameworks and influence quality across multiple software products. As a Senior QA Engineer, you will design, develop, and maintain automated testing solutions that ensure the delivery of high-quality software. Collaborating closely with developers, product owners, and other stakeholders, you will help define testing strategies and implement best practices to drive continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading the design, development, and maintenance of automated test suites to support agile delivery.
• Working with cross‑functional teams to understand requirements and deliver comprehensive test coverage.
• Identifying areas for automation and performance improvements within the testing lifecycle.
• Mentoring junior team members and promoting a culture of quality and reliability.
• Contributing to the evaluation and adoption of new testing technologies and tools.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will have a strong background in automated testing frameworks, programming skills, and a deep understanding of software development lifecycle methodologies. Experience in financial services or related sectors is advantageous but not essential.

You must be based in GALWAY to be eligible to apply for this position. The client does not accept relocation candidates.