QA Automation Engineer

Posted Wednesday 7 January 2026 at 01:00We are looking for a Senior QA Automation Engineer who is driving for excellence with a passion for their craft, who will have an amazing opportunity to manage the day-to-day squad's quality assurance activities for a customer facing motor insurance product, making sure to drive the automation strategy and implementation across web and mobile platforms,You will have the chance to own the squads test automation roadmap, champion mobile automation practices and mentor junior team members ensuring high quality, timely delivery of quote-to-buy journeys, mobile applications and customer portal functionality.Role Senior QA Automation EngineerLocation Liverpool City Centre HQ / Hybrid (3 days in office)Working Hours 37.5 hours per week, Monday to FridayWhat you will be doingDesign, develop, and maintain automated test suites using Playwright (web) and Maestro (mobile)Define and implement the automation framework architecture aligned with squad needs and, Senior .NET Engineer £65,000-£70,000 * Fully Remote UK * SaaS / PPM Sector I'm supporting a high-growth SaaS company in the Project Portfolio Management sector to hire a Senior .NET Engineer to join their remote-first UK engineering team. This role focuses on building..., Senior Automation Engineer Salary: up to £70,000 Location: Liverpool (site-based) An established industrial processing group is looking to appoint a Senior Automation Engineer to support and deliver automation projects across multiple UK production sites. This is a..., A UK government department is seeking a Senior Infrastructure Engineer based in Liverpool. This hybrid role requires managing and maintaining infrastructure services, working with cloud technologies, and providing support for complex systems. Candidates should have strong..., A leading digital retailer is seeking a Principal Platform Engineer to shape and evolve their core platforms. You will lead the design and improvement of tools, services, and infrastructure crucial for delivering business changes. The ideal candidate thrives in complex..., Job Description Senior Quality Associate - Senior Third Party Quality Assurance Specialist Speke, United Kingdom | Full Time | Quality Assurance Contract length: 12 months with a high chance of extension FTE: Full time 37.5 hours/week Onsite presence- 3 days in..., An exciting new opportunity has come up for a Lead PES Engineer based at Hinton House in Warrington on a hybrid basis - 3 days a week in the office (Mon/Tue/Wed Typically) with occasional visits to Sellafield Site, Suppliers and Contractors Facilities. Ready to apply..., Senior Quality Associate - Senior Third Party Quality Assurance Specialist Speke, United Kingdom | Full Time | Quality Assurance Contract length: 12 months with a high chance of extension FTE: Full time 37.5 hours/week Onsite presence- 3 days in office, 2 days wfh An..., Scala Developer - UK/Remote My client are seeking a talented Scala Developer to join their engineering team and contribute to the design and development of scalable, high-performance applications. This role involves working on modern distributed systems, building APIs, and...

We are looking for a Senior QA Automation Engineer who is driving for excellence with a passion for their craft, who will have an amazing opportunity to manage the day-to-day squad's quality assurance activities for a customer facing motor insurance product, making sure to...

wider QA standardsIdentify high-value automation opportunities across quote, buy, and portal journeysIntegrate automated tests into Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines to enable continuous testingDevelop and maintain API test automation to validate backend services and third-party integrationsMobile Testing LeadershipLead mobile automation initiatives using Maestro, establishing best practices for the wider QA teamEnsure comprehensive test coverage for native mobile app functionality, including offline behaviour, push notifications, and device-specific scenariosQuality Assurance DeliveryCollaborate with developers, product owners and Business Analysts to ensure requirements are testable and understoodExecute exploratory testing and risk-based testing for new features and complex changesValidate integrations with payment gateways, enrichment services, and external data providersMentoring & CollaborationMentor and upskill junior QA team members, supporting their growth in automation and testing best practicesConduct test case and automation code reviews to ensure quality and maintainabilityDefine and track quality metrics (defect leakage, automation coverage, test execution times) with inputs from QA lead to maintain consistency across squadsProactively identify process improvements and implement them within the squadWhat we are looking forExperienced user of Automated test suites e.g. Playright (web) and Maestro (mobile)Demonstrable knowledge of Azure DevOps CI/CD PipelinesAbitlity to work within cross functional teamsProven ability to mentor junior QA team membersExperience in defining and tracking quality metricsWhy Join Us?Competitive Salary & Benefits:We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to ensure you feel valued and supported.Professional Growth:We are committed to your professional development and offer opportunities for career advancement and continuous learning. We have a number of great case studied from around the business which is showcased on our Linkedin & Acorn webpages.Collaborative Environment:Work in a supportive and inclusive environment where your ideas and contributions are valued.Exciting Projects:Be part of innovative and impactful projects that make a difference in our industry and community.Grow with Acorn At Acorn Insurance , we're proud of our Liverpool roots - and even prouder of how far we've come. As part of the Acorn Group , we bring over 40 years of specialist insurance expertise to the table. From humble beginnings, we've grown into a national leader, now employing 1,700+ people across the UK and reached a milestone £750 million in total value of insurance policies written in 2024.We're growing fast, with new opportunities emerging every week. That growth is largely due to the values we share :W e run through walls for our customers and each otherW e challenge the status quoW e succeed when we help those around us succeedWe decide quickly when the smart thing to do is use our judgementA maximum of 35 days' holiday ( depending on role and tenure) including bank holidays, with addit ional buy/sell options24/7 mental health support & free counselling available Grow with us : Through career fairs, leadership programs, and learning on the go!Flexible benefits , including early access to salary via our internal platformH ybrid working options to support work-life balance and individual needsOur Commitment to our colleague ' s :T hese aren't just words - they're the principles we live by. And we're proud to back them up with real action, earning recognition and accreditation from leading organisations that share our commitment to people and growth:Mindful Employer - championing mental health and wellbeing Disability Confident Level 1 & 2 - creating accessible, inclusive opportunitiesMenopause Friendly accredited - supporting every stage of life️ Armed Forces Covenant signatory - honouring those who serve️ Armed Forces Defence employer recognition scheme - Supporting those who serveGreat Places to Work 2024/25 - fostering an engaging and positive workplace cultureBest Place to Work for Development - proud to be investing in people's futureBest Place to Work for Women - breaking down barriers to women's career progressionIf you're looking for a company with a strong culture, real career progression, and a people-first approach - all rooted in the heart of Liverpool - Grow with Acorn.A Few Things to Know Before You Apply We're really excited that you're considering joining Acorn! To help everything go smoothly, here are a couple of things to keep in mind:If your application is successful, we will commence relevant employment checks prior to you commencing employment with us. These will include a standard criminal record check and an insolvency register check.Visa Requirements B ecause our training is quite comprehensive, we can only consider applicants who have at least one year remaining on their Graduate or Post-Study Work visa. At the moment , we're not able to offer visa sponsorship.We're Here to Support You W e're committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where everyone can flourish . If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process-or once you're part of the team-just let us know. Whether it's flexible hours, adapted equipment, or a bit of extra support, we'll work with you to make sure you can do your best work.#J-18808-Ljbffr Similar jobs, A leading insurance provider is seeking a Senior QA Automation Engineer in Liverpool. 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