Web Automation Engineer (API & Functional Testing)
Pronetx
Nottingham, United Kingdom
6 days ago
Role details
Contract type
Permanent contract Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours) Working hours
Regular working hours Languages
English Experience level
IntermediateJob location
Remote
Nottingham, United Kingdom
Tech stack
API
JIRA
Automation of Tests
Behavior-Driven Development
Cloud Computing
Software Quality
Continuous Integration
Software Debugging
Software Design Patterns
Github
Python
Data Driven Tests
Systems Integration
Test Execution Engine
Test Management
Strategies of Testing
Web Applications
Web Testing
Performance Testing
Chatbots
GIT
Pytest
Gitlab-ci
Gherkin
Playwright
GraphQL
Data Management
Cucumber
Software Version Control
Api Management
Docker
Jenkins
Job description
We are seeking a skilled Web Automation Engineer to design, develop, and maintain a robust web automation framework for API and functional testing. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in building scalable test frameworks using Playwright and Python, with a strong emphasis on reliability, maintainability, and rapid feedback for CI/CD pipelines., * Design, implement, and maintain a scalable web automation framework for API and UI/functional testing
- Develop test strategies, test plans, and automation suites using Playwright (Python) for web applications
- Create reusable, modular page objects and components to maximize test reuse
- Implement API testing strategies (REST/GraphQL) integrated with UI tests where appropriate
- Write clear, maintainable automated tests with robust assertions and meaningful reporting
- Integrate tests with CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins, etc.)
- Configure test data management, environment handling, and test environment provisioning
- Implement parallel test execution, flaky test handling, retry strategies, and test isolation
- Monitor test results, analyze failures, and provide timely root-cause analysis
- Collaborate with developers, QA, and product teams to ensure quality goals are met
- Document framework usage, coding standards, and onboarding guides
- Stay current with automation tooling trends and propose improvements, Join a team of thought leaders who have shaped the evolution of cloud-based customer experience solutions. You'll work on innovative projects implementing next-generation technologies while having the opportunity to influence the future of customer experience technology. Our collaborative culture encourages pushing boundaries while ensuring practical, scalable solutions for our clients
Requirements
- 3+ years of hands-on experience in web automation testing
- Strong proficiency with Playwright (Python) for end-to-end web testing
- Demonstrated experience building automation frameworks from the ground up
- Proficient in Python, with good knowledge of software design patterns
- Experience with API testing (REST/GraphQL) and integrating API tests with UI tests
- Familiarity with test frameworks (pytest, unittest)
- Solid understanding of CI/CD integration and test reporting
- Experience with version control (Git) and collaborative workflows
- Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication
Nice-to-Have:
- Xray Test Management for Jira for integrating test plans/results with Jira
- Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) experience and tooling (e.g., Gherkin, Cucumber, Behave) to express acceptance criteria and drive automated tests
- Knowledge of performance testing fundamentals
- Docker and containerized test environments
- Cloud-based test environments and device/browser farms
- Experience with test data management and data-driven testing
- Prior exposure to Agile/Scrum development processes
- Hands-on experience with Cyara / Hammer/ Botium for automated testing and of contact center and IVR/ Chatbot flows.
Key Competencies
- Automation design and architecture
- Test strategy and planning
- Code quality and maintainability
- Debugging and problem solving
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Continuous learning mindset
Benefits & conditions
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Professional development budget
- Fully remote work environment
About the company
Pronetx is a cutting-edge consulting firm that specializes in transformative customer experience (CX) solutions powered by AWS. With decades of experience deploying sophisticated CX solutions for industry leaders like Capital One, Social Security Administration, and Hilton, we're known for pushing the boundaries of what's possible in customer experience technology.