Principal Automation Test Specialist

Are you a Playwright and C# automation expert looking for the opportunity to build something from the ground up? This is a rare chance to take ownership of a greenfield test automation function, shaping frameworks, standards and best practice across a modern Microsoft technology estate.

As the Principal Automation Test Specialist, you'll lead the development and evolution of a Playwright-based automation framework, driving quality across Dynamics 365, Power Platform applications and key business-critical integrations. Working closely with developers, business analysts and senior stakeholders, you'll play a pivotal role in embedding automation within CI/CD pipelines and influencing testing strategy across the organisation.

What you'll be doing:

• Designing, building and maintaining automated test frameworks using Playwright and C#
• Creating robust regression, smoke and end-to-end test suites
• Integrating automation into Azure DevOps pipelines
• Supporting quality throughout the SDLC within Agile delivery teams
• Driving automation best practice, framework scalability and test reliability
• Influencing testing strategy and helping shape a growing QA function

• Strong hands-on experience with Playwright and C#/.NET
• Proven ability to build and maintain automation frameworks
• Experience integrating automated testing into Azure DevOps
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Strong understanding of test automation principles and Agile delivery

Desirable:

• Dynamics 365 and/or Power Platform testing experience
• Financial Services experience
• Knowledge of AI-driven automation testing approaches

Package:

• Competitive salary + excellent benefits!
• Hybrid working (3 days per week in Leeds)

This is an outstanding opportunity to make a genuine impact, take ownership of a greenfield automation capability and help define QA standards for the future.