Senior Software Test Automation Engineer (Playwright/Python)

Envision Pharma Group; Portugal; Presencial; EUR 60 000 - 90 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Envision Pharma Group is hiring a Senior Software Test Automation Engineer to design, develop, and maintain scalable automation solutions across UI, API, and integration layers. You will drive automation-first testing, integrate tests into CI/CD, and collaborate with Engineering, QA, Product, and DevOps to improve release confidence.

You will champion shift-left practices, build reusable components, and influence automated strategy while working with a globally distributed team to ensure project

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent.
• Extensive hands-on experience in coding for test automation in Agile environments.
• Strong coding experience in Playwright for framework design, development and maintenance.
• Shift-left testing knowledge.
• Experience with testing tools and frameworks such as Spock, Gherkin, and Geb.
• Programming proficiency in Python, Groovy, XML, SQL, and database testing.
• Experience with API testing tools like Postman and Swagger.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tools (Jenkins, Bitbucket, GitHub Actions, Docker).

Responsabilidades

• Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable test automation frameworks using Selenium and Playwright.
• Build and execute UI, API, Data and backend test automation aligned with the standard test pyramid structure.
• Implement automation-first strategies and drive in-sprint automation to reduce manual regression and improve release confidence.
• Apply shift-left testing practices by collaborating early with developers on requirements, design, and code reviews.
• Create reusable automation components, utilities, and libraries with strong engineering standards.
• Partner with DevOps to integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines.
• Drive adoption of AI tools into automation frameworks, coding, and test management.
• Establish metrics and dashboards to track test coverage, execution, and quality trends.
• Support performance, security, and other non-functional testing initiatives.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and quality ownership.
• Work with a globally distributed team to ensure project coverage, prioritization, and reporting.
• Influence the direction of automated efforts, including scheduling, prioritization, and strategy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Conhecimentos

Automation engineering

Agile testing

Collaboration

Quality advocacy

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Ferramentas

Playwright

Selenium

Postman

Swagger

Jenkins

GitHub Actions

Docker

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Senior Software Test Automation Engineer

Work shouldn't just be something we do; it should have a purpose. At Envision, we believe in creating life-changing outcomes through the work we do with our clients, giving back to our communities, while creating a company culture where our people thrive. We believe success starts with a workplace where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to grow.

Being part of a collaborative team means there's no limit to what you can achieve. With us, you can be a part of a growing company you want to work for.

Our Vision: To unleash the power of combined intelligence to accelerate patient access to life-changing treatments.

Our Mission: Delivering smarter and faster solutions to create, communicate, and commercialize value for our clients.

Our Values: Excellence, People, Growth

The opportunity

We are looking for a Senior Software Test Automation Engineer who is passionate about delivering high-quality software through automation-first and shift-left testing practices. In this hands-on role, you will design, develop, and maintain scalable test automation solutions across UI, API, and integration layers.

You will treat test automation as software engineering, driving quality early in the SDLC and enabling teams to deliver reliable, high-confidence releases through modern CI/CD pipelines. You will work closely with Engineering, QA, Product, and DevOps teams to embed quality at every stage, increase test automation ROI, and help shape the direction of automated testing practices.

How will you make an impact at Envision Pharma Group?

Role responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable test automation frameworks using Selenium and Playwright.
• Build and execute UI, API, Data and backend test automation aligned with the standard test pyramid structure.
• Implement automation-first strategies and drive in-sprint automation to reduce manual regression and improve release confidence.
• Apply shift-left testing practices by collaborating early with developers on requirements, design, and code reviews.
• Create reusable automation components, utilities, and libraries with strong engineering standards.
• Partner with DevOps to integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines.
• Drive adoption of AI tools into automation frameworks, coding, and test management.
• Establish metrics and dashboards to track test coverage, execution, and quality trends.
• Support performance, security, and other non-functional testing initiatives.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and quality ownership.
• Work with a globally distributed team to ensure project coverage, prioritization, and reporting.
• Influence the direction of automated efforts, including scheduling, prioritization, and strategy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Do you have what we are looking for?

Skills & expertise

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent.
• Extensive hands-on experience in coding for test automation in Agile environments.
• Strong coding experience in Playwright for framework design, development, and maintenance.
• Shift-left testing knowledge.
• Experience with testing tools and frameworks such as Spock, Gherkin, and Geb.
• Programming proficiency in Python, Groovy, XML, SQL, and database testing.
• Experience with API testing tools like Postman and Swagger.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tools (Jenkins, Bitbucket, GitHub Actions, Docker, etc.).

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