Automation Test Engineer

Octave Solutions Ltd
Sunderland, United Kingdom
18 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Shift work
Languages
English
Experience level
Intermediate
Compensation
£ 44K

Job location

Remote
Sunderland, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Java
JavaScript
Agile Methodologies
Automation of Tests
Azure
Continuous Integration
Github
JMeter
Python
Systems Development Life Cycle
Selenium
Test Data
Enterprise Software Applications
Performance Testing
Postman
Cypress
Api Management
Jenkins

Job description

Role Overview: We're seeking a dedicated automation tester to develop, maintain, and execute automated test suites for web and enterprise software projects. You'll work remotely as part of our QA consultancy team, ensuring high quality and compliance across client engagements., Design, implement, and maintain automated test scripts using tools like Selenium, Cypress, or Robot Framework. Perform functional, regression, integration, and performance testing. Create and manage test data and environments. Identify and track defects; collaborate with developers to resolve issues. Support client-facing QA processes and automation projects. Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to process improvement. Integrate tests into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, Azure DevOps).

Requirements

Do you have experience in Selenium?, 3+ years of hands-on automation testing experience. Proficiency in Selenium or similar automation frameworks using Java, Python, or JavaScript. Strong understanding of SDLC, STLC, Agile, and QA best practices. Experience with CI/CD tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps. Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills. Based in UK, authorized to work-sponsorship can be considered for standout candidates.

Desirable Skills: Experience in QA consultancy or working with external clients. Familiarity with process improvement frameworksKnowledge of performance testing (e.g., JMeter) or API testing (Postman/RestAssured). ISTQB or equivalent QA certification.

Benefits & conditions

Pulled from the full job description

  • Flexitime
  • Gym membership
  • Additional leave
  • Company events
  • Flexible schedule, Perks & Benefits: Hybrid / Remote work with flexible hours. Immediate start in a consultancy-focused firm. Exposure to diverse software projects and client environments. Opportunity to shape testing processes and quality tools. Membership in an expert QA/automation services team

About the company

About Octavesoft: Octave Solutions specializes in software engineering lifecycle support-including test automation, quality assurance, and IT consultancy. With deep expertise in automation tools, CI/CD integration, and ISO-compliant process improvements, we help clients across industries enhance software quality and delivery efficiency.

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