QA Test Automation Engineer Jobs in York

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QA Test Automation Engineer Jobs in York

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Automation Test Engineer CGEMJP

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Role Title: Automation Test DeveloperDuration: contract to run until 30/11/2026Location: Sheffield, Hybrid 3 days per week onsiteRate: up to 383.03 p/d Umbrella inside IR35Role purpose / summaryThis role is predominantly required to fulfil the role of Automation test engineer, with occasional manual testing where required Solid experience of at least 3 years in the use of automation tooling and framework creation especially with Java and SQL

Excellent verbal and written communications skills and stakeholder engagement at all levels

Able to develop and execute test plans, test cases, test data, test scenarios, and other testing related plans and documentation based on the requirements and technical specifications

Plan, develop, execute, maintain and improve Automated Test Frameworks and Automated Test Scripts for Web and Database applications

Proven experience in writing automated test scripts using JavaScript

Experience of using automation tools such as Selenium web driver IO (WDIO) / Cucumber etc, Selenium for UI testing and RestAssured for API testing

Jenkins pipeline creation and management for running automated tests, generating reports and notifying team about test results to streamline the CI/CD process.

Web UI Testing

Database comparison test experience

Experience testing in cloud environments such as AWS, Azure, GCP, Ali Cloud

Solid experience using JIRA and Xephyr tooling

Accurately report and track testing related defects and issues, by writing or automating, effective and thorough bug reports, attend triage meetings and verify bug fixes

Identify process and application issues and provide suggestions to improve

Learn new technologies and adapt to them as needed

Identify and deploy automation solutions based on changing project needs

Strong manual test execution experience

Identification and collating test entry and exit criteria

Good experience of executing defined test plans including coordination, tracking and reporting

Positive team player working as part of the overall test team, both manual and automated

Test case review/QA for coverage and traceability to requirements/design

Liaison with business areas/technical leads re SIT/OAT/UAT scenario definitions as required

Analysis of design and other documents for testability

Previous experience within Identity and Access Management- preferable

Any exposure to SailPoint IdentityIQ, Identity warehousing, and working with protocols and formats for data ingestion such as SCIM, REST API, LDAP, OIDC and CSV

Experience of testing graph database management systems (GDBMS)

ServiceNow, AD, AWS, Azure integrations

Testing functions and decision points As Code , such as Policy as code

Experience of GitOps Repos

API Testing, API Gateway testing, Batch ETL testing

Proven ability to mentor other engineers within the team

DevOps & CI/CD Integration - Ability to integrate automation tests into GitLab CI/CD pipelines and implement shift-left testing practices

Pub Sub and MQ

GCP (Cloud) testing approaches and methodology.

SaaS Testing

Skill set ideally including several of:

Java, Cypher, Python, JavaScript, PHP, .NET, Go, SQL Server, MySQL

All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply!

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Frequently asked questions

What types of QA Test Automation Engineer jobs are available in York?

York offers a variety of QA Test Automation Engineer roles, including positions in finance, healthcare, retail, and tech startups. Opportunities range from junior to senior levels, covering automation frameworks like Selenium, Cypress, and Appium.

What skills are employers in York looking for in QA Test Automation Engineers?

Employers typically seek candidates proficient in programming languages such as Java, Python, or JavaScript, experience with automation tools (e.g., Selenium, Cucumber), knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, and strong understanding of software testing methodologies.

Are remote or flexible QA Test Automation Engineer jobs available in York?

Yes, many companies in York offer remote or hybrid work options for QA Test Automation Engineers, especially following increased adoption of flexible working arrangements in the tech industry.

How can I apply for QA Test Automation Engineer jobs in York through this site?

To apply, browse the available QA Test Automation Engineer listings for York on our job board, select a position that matches your skills and experience, and click the 'Apply' button to submit your application directly to the employer.

What is the average salary for QA Test Automation Engineers in York?

Salaries for QA Test Automation Engineers in York typically range from £35,000 to £55,000 annually, depending on experience, skills, and the specific employer.