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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Test Engineer - **Company:** scrumconnect ltd - **Location:** Newcastle upon Tyne, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £45,000.0 - £50,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Web Accessibility, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Application Testing, JIRA, Automation of Tests, Software Bug Management, Cloud Engineering, Extract Transform Load (ETL), DevOps, Distributed Systems, Microsoft UI Automation, Node.Js, Scrum Methodology, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Test Execution Engine, Strategies of Testing, TypeScript, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Performance Testing, Spring Cloud, ReactJS, ReadyAPI, AWS Lambda, Event Driven Architecture, Playwright, Apache Kafka, Front End Software Development, Restful APIs, Api Management, Serverless Computing, Microservices - **Published:** July 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=9cf91eb3bd9fd9f8 ## About the Role The ideal candidate will have experience designing test strategies, developing automated UI and API tests, and working within Agile teams to deliver high-quality software across complex, cloud-native architectures., * Proven experience as a Test Engineer or QA Engineer within Agile software delivery teams. * Strong experience testing React front-end and Node.js back-end applications. * Experience testing cloud-native applications on AWS. * Hands-on experience with Playwright using TypeScript for UI automation. * Experience with API automation using Playwright API Testing and/or RestAssured. * Experience creating and maintaining WireMock stubs. * Strong understanding of microservices and event-driven architectures, including Apache Kafka. * Experience testing REST APIs, integrations, and distributed systems. * Knowledge of ETL testing and integration with RPA solutions. * Experience using JIRA for defect management and test execution tracking. * Solid understanding of software testing methodologies, test planning, and defect lifecycle management. * Experience working in Agile Scrum environments. * Strong communication and stakeholder collaboration skills. Desirable Skills * Experience testing AWS Lambda functions and serverless applications. * Knowledge of accessibility testing tools and standards, particularly WCAG 2.2 AAA. * Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated test integration. * Experience testing microsites or UI fragment-based architectures. * Familiarity with performance or non-functional testing. ## Description We are looking for a skilled Test Engineer to join our agile delivery team, ensuring the quality, accessibility, and reliability of modern digital services. You'll work across React front-end applications, Node.js back-end services, and AWS cloud infrastructure, contributing to the delivery of secure, scalable, and user-centred solutions., * Create, document, and maintain comprehensive Test Approaches and Test Plans. * Estimate testing effort for user stories and features during sprint planning. * Apply industry-standard testing methodologies and best practices throughout the software development lifecycle. * Plan, prepare, execute, and report on functional, integration, system, regression, and user acceptance testing. * Develop and maintain automated UI tests using Playwright with TypeScript. * Build and execute automated API tests using Playwright API Testing and/or RestAssured. * Create and maintain WireMock stubs and mock data to enable isolated service testing. * Test applications built using React, Node.js, AWS services, microservices, Lambda functions, and event-driven architectures using Kafka. * Validate ETL processes and integrations with Robotic Process Automation (RPA) solutions where required. * Ensure all applications meet WCAG 2.2 AAA accessibility standards. * Record, manage, and retest defects using JIRA, ensuring accurate reporting throughout delivery. * Track testing progress and provide updates into sprint and programme reporting. * Collaborate closely with Business Analysts, Software Engineers, DevOps Engineers, and Product Owners as part of an Agile Scrum team. ## Related Videos - [Watch Tests Go Brrrr! : Getting Started with Cypress in ReactJS](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/282-watch-tests-go-brrrr-getting-started-with-cypress-in-reactjs) - [The 2025 State of JavaScript Testing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1678-the-2025-state-of-javascript-testing) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [Testing .NET applications a Tool box for every developer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/704-testing-net-applications-a-tool-box-for-every-developer) - [DevOps Maturity Check – a way to balance autonomy and alignment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/58-devops-maturity-check-a-way-to-balance-autonomy-and-alignment) ## Related Articles - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [Frontend Developer Salary in The UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/233-frontend-developer-salary-in-the-uk) - [Fullstack Developer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/251-fullstack-developer-salary-uk) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london)