Test Automation Analyst

Reporting to the Test Automation Lead, the Test Automation Analyst will:

• Review requirements, specifications, and solution designs to ensure appropriate test coverage
• Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks and scripts for UI, API, and backend testing
• Create reusable and maintainable automated test assets to support regression testing
• Integrate automated testing into Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines
• Execute automated and manual testing activities where appropriate
• Manage defects, analyse root causes, and work collaboratively with delivery teams to resolve issues
• Ensure full traceability of testing activities against requirements and specifications
• Produce test reports and provide progress updates to Test Leads, Managers, and project stakeholders
• Create and maintain formal test documentation, including test plans, completion reports, framework documentation, and testing standards
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and promote automation best practices across the organisation

• Experience developing automated tests using C#, .NET, and NUnit
• Experience using Playwright for web UI automation
• Experience working with APIs and backend testing techniques
• Knowledge of SQL for test data validation and database testing
• Experience working with Azure DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and source control systems
• Familiarity with PowerShell scripting
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment as well as independently when required
• Good understanding of test automation frameworks, methodologies, and best practices
• Experience producing test documentation and reporting on testing progress and outcomes
• Exposure to the Finance sector and Life & Pensions industry would be advantageous
• A genuine interest in technology, software quality, and test automation

Desirable:

• ISTQB Certification would be advantageous

Salary DOE plus benefits package

Our leading Douglas-based Finance Sector Client is expanding its QA Team as they progress an ambitious transformation programme. As they evolve the technology organisation, they require an experienced Test Automation Analyst.