Test Analyst - 12m FTC

Davy; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Job summary

Davy is seeking an experienced Automation Tester/SDET for a 12-month fixed-term contract in Ireland. The role combines hands-on manual testing with automation, designing and maintaining test frameworks, and ensuring quality across web, API and desktop platforms.

You will work with developers, business analysts and product owners to drive quality throughout the software development lifecycle in a collaborative, Agile environment with a hybrid working model.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in QA with strong manual and automation testing experience.
• Experience updating and maintaining enterprise-scale test automation frameworks.
• Designing, executing, and maintaining manual test cases and test suites.

Responsibilities

• Support both manual and automated testing activities.
• Ensure quality, reliability and performance of business-critical applications.
• Collaborate with developers, business analysts, product owners and QA teams to drive quality across the SDLC.

Skills

QA experience

Automation testing

Agile/DevOps

CI/CD

Tools

Selenium WebDriver

Playwright

SQL

Azure DevOps

Jenkins

GitHub Actions

Git

Job description

About us

At Davy,it’sthe unique talents of all our people that have been the foundations of our success for 100 years. As we continue to grow, so do you. Because you are not just part of our team – you are a key player in shaping our future.

At Davy, you are the difference.

Established in 1926, the Davy Group sits at the heart of wealth and capital in Ireland,providinga broad range of services to high-net-worth individuals, self-directed investors, small-to-medium enterprises, credit unions, corporations, and domestic & international institutional investors.

Our culture is shaped around three values, which are at the heart of everything we do: client success, one Davy, and building a proud legacy. Sharing the same goals, we work together to deliver exceptional outcomes for our clients. As part of a team of over 900, you will be encouraged to learn and to grow, both professionally and personally.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Automation Tester / SDET to join our QA team. on a 12m Fixed Term Contract basis. This role combines automation expertise with hands-on manual testing, including test design, execution, automation framework development, and continuous testing practices.

In the role, the successful candidate will:

• Support both manual and automated testing activities
• Ensure the quality, reliability, and performance of business-critical applications
• Work closely with developers, business analysts, product owners, and QA teams to drive quality throughout the software development lifecycle.

About you

We are looking for somebodywho has the following background and skills:

• 5+ years' experience in a QA role with strong experience in both manual and automation testing.
• Proven experience updating and maintaining enterprise-scale test automation frameworks.
• Hands-on experience in designing, executing, and maintaining manual test cases and test suites.
• Good understanding of Quality Engineering, testing strategy, and governance.
• Experience implementing and managing testing initiatives across web, API, and desktop platforms.
• Proven experience integrating testing into Agile, DevOps, and CI/CD delivery models.
• Experience implementing AI-powered testing capabilities.
• Strong knowledge of functional, integration, regression, compatibility, and exploratory testing practices.
• Excellent communication skills within enterprise environments.

Technical Expertise - MUST HAVE

• Java-based automation development using Selenium WebDriver and Playwright.
• Relational database query development using SQL, DB2, or equivalent query languages.
• CI/CD tools including Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, and Git.
• Cloud technologies including Azure or AWS with experience testing cloud-native applications and microservices.
• Experience working as part of a Scrum team, actively participating in sprint planning, backlog refinement, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Experience in Stockbroking, Banking or Finance sector

NICE TO HAVE

• API automation using REST Assured or equivalent frameworks.
• AI-driven testing approaches including self-healing automation, AI-assisted test generation, and intelligent defect analysis.
• Contract testing (PACT), service virtualisation, and integration testing methodologies.
• Performance testing and engineering using tools such as JMeter, k6, or LoadRunner.
• Salesforce platform testing across integrated business applications.
• This specification is suitable for a SDET or Automation Tester responsible for designing and implementing quality automation excellence and AI-enabled testing practices.

What we offer

At Davy, our people are our biggest investment. In today’s fast-moving world, we knowit’simportant to feel secure and empowered.That’swhy Davy benefits support you through all of life’s stages, offering health and wellness, flexible working options, flexible benefits allowance, learning and development opportunities, through toassistedretirement planning.

Health and Wellbeing

Psychological safety, emotionalwellbeingand support are a priority at Davy. We offer a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and mental health first aid. Our Sports & Social teams promote physical wellbeing and social connection.

Reward and Recognition

We offer a competitiveremunerationpackage to include salary, bonus,pensionand a host ofadditionalbenefits to protect you and your family when it matters most.

Growth and Development

Our award-winning L&D function supports you and your growth at Davy. We offer a comprehensive range of professional and personal development opportunities. Our culture supports learning, and we encourage you to explore more at Davy.

Positive Workplace

Our workplace is inclusive, diverse, and offers everyone a sense of belonging. We are flexible and continue to support a hybrid working model. You will get to be your best at Davy.

Values and Culture

Exceptional client outcomes delivered by a world class team, underpinned by our core Davy values – One Team, Client Success, and Proud Legacy.

Important Information

Davy is an equal opportunities employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We value diversity in both background and experience, and even if youdon’tmeetall ofthe requirements outlined in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. We review all applications received. As part of our commitment to creating an accessible environment, we want to ensure that everyone has an equal opportunity toparticipatein the interview process. If yourequireany reasonable accommodations, please let us know, and we will do our best to make the necessary arrangements.

Appointment to this role is subject to the candidate's eligibility to work in Ireland.

Where agency assistance isrequired, our Recruitment Team will engage directly with suppliers. Unsolicited CVs / profiles supplied to us by recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role.

Davy Group is a member of the Bank of Ireland Group.