Senior Test Automation Engineer (SDET)

Commify; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000

Job description

Commify Nottingham, England, United Kingdom

At Commify, we are passionate about transforming business communications through innovative messaging solutions. We strive to provide our clients with the best possible technology to streamline their operations and improve customer engagement. We are currently looking for a Senior Test Automation Engineer (SDET) to join our dedicated team.

As a Senior Test Automation Engineer, you will be at the forefront of our quality assurance efforts, designing and implementing automated testing frameworks that ensure the reliability and performance of our software products. You will collaborate closely with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to enhance our testing practices and contribute to the overall success of our platform.

If you have a strong background in test automation and are eager to drive quality across the organization, Commify is the place for you!

Requirements

• Develop and maintain automated test scripts to ensure software quality across our suite of products
• Design and implement testing frameworks for new features and integrations
• Collaborate with development teams to define test strategies, acceptance criteria, and test plans
• Execute and evaluate automated tests, identifying and documenting defects properly
• Perform exploratory testing to identify edge cases and ensure comprehensive test coverage
• Participate in code reviews, providing feedback on testability and implementation frameworks
• Continuously improve the test automation process and tools to enhance efficiency
• Mentor and guide junior team members in best practices for test automation and quality assurance
• Actively participate in Agile ceremonies, contributing to discussions on testing strategies and processes

Essential Requirements:

• Extensive experience in test automation with tools like Selenium, Playwright, or similar frameworks
• Proficient in programming languages such as C#, Java, or Python
• Strong understanding of API testing, including REST and SOAP protocols
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automation tools (e.g., Jenkins, Azure DevOps)
• Solid knowledge of Agile methodologies and working in a Scrum/Kanban environment
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
• Experience with SQL and database testing
• Proactive attitude towards quality assurance and a passion for continuous improvement

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience with cloud-based testing environments (AWS, Azure)
• Knowledge of performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter, LoadRunner)
• Familiarity with version control systems such as Git
• Experience in mentoring or training other team members in test automation practices
• Understanding of security testing principles and practices

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Company Bonus scheme
• Comprehensive healthcare cash plan
• A generous 27 days of annual leave in addition to Bank Holidays
• 2 Wellbeing leave days and 2 days dedicated to giving back to your community
• Enjoy your birthday off!
• Employer pension contribution at 5%
• Death in service benefit (4 times your salary)
• Annual award recognition
• Fun monthly and quarterly social events
• Opportunities for training and professional development
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Quality Assurance

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting