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# QA Engineer/ QA Automation Test Engineer

- **Company:** LA International Computer Consultants
- **Location:** Glasgow, UK (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** .NET Framework, Software Applications, Automation of Tests, Bug Tracking Systems, C Sharp (Programming Language), Software Quality, Windows Presentation Foundation, Microsoft Software, Test Management, Strategies of Testing, Web Testing, Windows Desktop, Windows Services, SDET
- **Published:** October 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.free-work.com/en-gb/tech-it/job-mission/test-and-validation-engineer-qa-tester/qa-engineer-qa-automation-test-engineer

## About the Role

This role is ideally suited to an engineer with a strong background in test automation using C#/.NET, who can work independently to establish robust automated testing solutions and improve overall software quality., * Strong recent commercial experience in test automation using C# and .NET.

 * Proven track record of building automation test frameworks from scratch.
 * Experience testing Windows Services and WPF (Windows Presentation Foundation) applications.
 * Minimum 5 years' recent experience in QA Automation / SDET roles.
 * Strong understanding of software testing methodologies, test lifecycle management, and best practices.
 * Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
 * Ability to work effectively within Agile delivery environments.

Desirable Skills

 * Experience within financial services environments.
 * Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and automated testing integration.
 * Knowledge of test management and defect tracking tools.

## Description

We are seeking an experienced QA Automation Test Engineer to join a financial services programme based in Glasgow. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining automated test frameworks from the ground up, supporting desktop-based applications and Windows services developed in the Microsoft technology stack., * Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks from the ground up.

 * Create and execute automated test suites for Windows Services and WPF desktop applications.
 * Collaborate closely with developers, business analysts, and technical teams to ensure high-quality software delivery.
 * Identify, document, and track defects through to resolution.
 * Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes, tools, and quality standards.
 * Support manual testing activities where required., * Web application testing experience is not required, as there are no web-based systems within the scope of this role.
 * Hybrid working arrangement with 2 days per week onsite in Glasgow.

LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance., Salary, remote work... Define all the criteria that are important to you.

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