Senior Test Analyst - Automation /C#/ Playwright/D365 CE

Senior Test Analyst - D365 CE / DevOps / Automation / Playwright / C# - Birmingham

Hybrid - x1 a week onsite

Permanent (Sponsorship is not provided for this opportunity)

Senior Test Analyst required for our client based in Birmingham.They're an established Microsoft Digital Transformation Consultancy who are currently seeking a Senior Automation Tester with extensive experience across the entire testing lifecycle, including requirements gathering, collaborating with development teams, and supporting end users.The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Dynamics 365 CE (Customer Engagement) and a strong understanding of UAT, testing methodologies, and DevOps processes.You will play a key role in leading automation testing efforts in a fast-paced environment.The role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to effectively engage with clients, project teams, and key stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain automated test scripts using C# for various applications.
• Perform automation testing for web applications, with a preference for Playwright, or Selenium if Playwright is not available.
• Lead and execute system testing for Dynamics 365 CE projects.Experience in User Acceptance Testing (UAT) support for Dynamics 365 CE projects also beneficial.
• Oversee and contribute to end-to-end system lifecycle testing, ensuring all testing phases are thoroughly executed and meet high-quality standards.
• Collaborate with development teams, clients, and stakeholders to gather, clarify, and review testing requirements.
• Work through challenging testing scenarios, ensuring issues are identified and resolved in a timely manner.
• Create, analyse, and execute user test scripts and provide detailed feedback and progress reports to the Test Manager.
• Work closely with DevOps and other project management tools (e.g., JIRA) to track progress, manage test cases, and ensure smooth integration.
• Mentor junior testers and assist in refining testing methodologies and processes.
• Actively participate in continuous improvement efforts, optimising testing practices and workflows.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in automation testing with a strong understanding of test automation frameworks.
• Proven experience with C# and automation testing tools such as Playwright (preferred) or Selenium.
• Strong experience working with Microsoft Dynamics 365 CE (Customer Engagement).
• Experience with DevOps practices and tools, including CI/CD pipelines.
• ISTQB Foundation Certificate or equivalent certification in software testing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on quality assurance and test automation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience in Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and working in an Agile environment.