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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Automation Test Engineer - **Company:** Intec Select Limited - **Location:** UK (Remote available) - **Salary:** £60,000.0 - £85,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Automation of Tests, Software as a Service, Cloud Computing, Computer Programming, Continuous Integration, E2e Testing, Salesforce.Com, Software Engineering, Software Testing Automation Framework, TypeScript, Salesforce Communities, Scripting, GitHub Copilot, Playwright, Api Management, SDET - **Published:** August 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerboard.com/pt/en/find-jobs-in-United-Kingdom/-6F7972D4F362EFDEDC/ ## About the Role * Proven commercial experience working as an Automation Test Engineer, QA Automation Engineer, SDET or similar. * Strong hands-on experience with Playwright or a similar modern automation framework. * Strong programming/Scripting experience, ideally with JavaScript or TypeScript. * Experience developing and maintaining automated test frameworks. * Experience with API testing and automated testing within CI/CD environments. * Experience testing modern cloud-based or SaaS applications. * Experience using AI-assisted development or testing tools such as Claude, GitHub Copilot or similar. * Strong understanding of software testing principles, automation strategy and the full software development life cycle. Desirable: * Experience working with Salesforce/Salesforce Cloud or similar enterprise SaaS platforms. * Experience working within Agile development environments. * Knowledge of performance, integration or end-to-end testing. * Relevant testing qualification such as ISTQB or equivalent. ## Description An exciting opportunity has arisen within a highly reputable life sciences organisation, supporting the continued digital transformation of a large-scale SaaS product. We are looking for an experienced Automation Test Engineer to play a key role in developing and enhancing automated testing capabilities across a modern technology environment. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about automation, quality engineering and emerging technologies, with hands-on experience using modern automation frameworks such as Playwright and AI-assisted development tools such as Claude or GitHub Copilot. Role & Responsibilities: * Design, develop and maintain robust automated test frameworks and test suites across web and cloud-based applications. * Develop automated UI and API tests using modern frameworks such as Playwright. * Work closely with developers, Product Owners and technology teams to understand requirements and define appropriate testing strategies. * Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines and support continuous testing practices. * Identify opportunities to increase automation coverage, improve efficiency and reduce reliance on manual testing. * Use AI-assisted tools such as Claude, GitHub Copilot or similar technologies to support test development, Scripting and automation. * Analyse test results, investigate defects and work collaboratively with development teams to resolve issues. * Contribute to automation standards, frameworks and best practices across the technology function. * Support testing across cloud-based and SaaS applications, ensuring solutions meet functional and quality requirements. ## Related Videos - [Are Classical Automation Frameworks Dead? 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