Developer

Watchfinder & Co
Maidstone, United Kingdom
yesterday

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Compensation
£ 56K

Job location

Maidstone, United Kingdom

Tech stack

JavaScript
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Automation of Tests
Unit Testing
Azure
C Sharp (Programming Language)
Cloud Computing
Code Coverage
Software Quality
Continuous Integration
Software Design Patterns
Python
MVC
E2e Testing
Software Engineering
SQL Databases
Systems Integration
Test Execution Engine
T-SQL
TypeScript
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Test Driven Development
GIT
Cloudformation
Angular
Integration Tests
Solid Principles
Infrastructure Automation Frameworks
Playwright
Front End Software Development
REST
Terraform
Software Version Control

Job description

  • Design, implement, and maintain end-to-end tests using Playwright

  • Work alongside feature development to ensure testability is built in from the start

  • Increase and maintain meaningful code coverage across applications

  • Identify areas of risk and improve test reliability and coverage gaps

Code Quality & Best Practice:

  • Promote and apply TDD and automated testing principles

  • Ensure code is reliable, testable, and aligned with SOLID principles

  • Support improvements to testing frameworks, standards, and processes

Team Collaboration & Knowledge Sharing:

  • Work closely with engineers, designers, and stakeholders to deliver features

  • Support and upskill the team in Playwright and automated testing techniques

  • Share best practices through pairing, reviews, and informal sessions

  • Contribute to building a quality-first engineering culture

CI/CD & Tooling:

  • Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines

  • Help improve test execution, reporting, and feedback loops

  • Use tools such as Git and Azure DevOps (or similar) to manage delivery

Requirements

  • Strong experience with Playwright for end-to-end testing

  • Proven track record of improving test coverage and evolving automation frameworks

  • Solid software development background with:

  • JavaScript / TypeScript

  • Angular (or similar front-end frameworks)

  • REST APIs

  • C#, MVC, Python

  • SQL / T-SQL

  • Experience with unit testing, integration testing, and Test-Driven Development (TDD)

  • Strong understanding of test architecture and maintainable test design

  • Experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines

  • Experience with code versioning tools such as Git and Azure DevOps (or similar)

  • Knowledge of SOLID principles and common design patterns

  • Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, including messaging and deployment concepts

  • Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as AWS CDK, CloudFormation, or Terraform

  • Awareness of security and data protection best practices

About the company

Since Watchfinder & Co. was first founded in 2002, it has grown to become the premier resource from which to buy and sell premium pre-owned watches. With thousands of watches available from more than 50 brands, including Rolex, Omega, IWC and more, plus boutiques across the UK and a manufacturer certified service centre, Watchfinder has established itself as the top pre-owned watch specialist., * We are a great team at HQ, you will work alongside some of the most passionate people about Watches and technology * We have a generous benefits scheme, including discounts and healthcare packages * The chance to join aboard a business that is taking strides to introduce our product globally * Sociable, friendly team! Your journey with us Our aim is to provide you a transparent interview process from the moment you apply for the role. It's important for us that you get to know us to ensure the role aligns to your future career objectives. We provide all candidates with open-door access to key people across the business so they can discuss opportunities, get a feel for our culture, and better understand how they can make an impact and be part of Watchfinder's exciting trajectory. Interview Process 1st Stage: A 'Let's Chat' conversation Initially, when your application is selected, you will receive an introduction call to explain the main points in terms of this position, and to have a chance to showcase your motivation. 2nd Stage: Interview with our Software Development Team Lead and QA Team Lead Final Stage: Meet with Software Development Manager and HR Business Partner Why work for Watchfinder? Firstly, what makes Watchfinder a great place to work is the people! Whether that be within your immediate team or across other areas of the business, there really is a family feel across the whole company. If personal growth and development is high on your priority list, then Watchfinder is the place for you. We've had numerous success stories throughout the business of our staff furthering and developing their careers, proving to be integral contributors to the company.

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