Automation QA Engineer

Mid/Senior Automation QA Engineer - OchoX Exclusive | Belfast At a glance * Mid/Senior Automation QA Engineer role in a new Belfast engineering hub * Build and maintain Playwright-based automated test frameworks for web and API systems * Shape QA strategy and promote...

Mid/Senior Automation QA Engineer - OchoX Exclusive | Belfast At a glance * Mid/Senior Automation QA Engineer role in a new Belfast engineering hub * Build and maintain Playwright-based automated test frameworks for web and API systems * Shape QA strategy and promote testing best practices * Competitive salary up to £65k plus Bonus About the Company Our client is a fast-growing global trading firm operating across traditional and digital asset markets. Designed by technologists and financial engineers, their platforms prioritise scale, resilience, and high performance. With a new Belfast engineering hub, they are building core trading systems and infrastructure locally, focusing on high-performance, real-time systems ahead of a major trading platform launch in 2026. The Role We're looking for a Mid/Senior Automation QA Engineer with 3+ years of experience in automated testing, ideally with Playwright, to join the founding Belfast engineering pod. You'll ensure software reliability, develop automated pipelines, integrate QA into CI/CD, and contribute to testing strategy and best practices from the ground up. Key Responsibilities * Build and maintain Playwright automation suites for web applications, APIs, and services * Identify and report defects, collaborating closely with developers to resolve issues * Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines for continuous delivery * Influence QA strategy and advocate for testing standards and best practices * Support system validation and release management for production deployments Ideal Candidate Profile * 3+ years in QA or software engineering with automation focus * Hands-on experience with Playwright (or similar frameworks) * Strong understanding of distributed systems, APIs, and event-driven architectures * Experience with CI/CD, containerisation (Docker/Kubernetes), and cloud platforms (AWS preferred) * Exposure to financial systems, real-time data, or trading platforms is a plus Essential Criteria * Proven track record in automation testing for web and backend systems * Strong debugging, problem-solving, and analytical skills * Collaborative mindset and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment * Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent What's on Offer * Competitive salary up to £65k plus Bonus * Generous benefits package * Hybrid working with a modern Belfast office For more information on this opportunity, connect with Neill Ferguson on LinkedIn or submit your CV via the link below. Skills: qa test playwright automation fintech automation Benefits: Work From Home Similar jobs