Senior QA Automation Engineer

TL;DR

Senior QA Automation Engineer: Driving the automation strategy and implementation for customer-facing motor insurance products across web and mobile platforms with an accent on designing and maintaining automated test suites. Focus on leading mobile automation initiatives using Maestro and integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines.

Location: Hybrid (3 days in office) in Liverpool City Centre, UK. Applicants must have at least one year remaining on their Graduate or Post-Study Work visa and visa sponsorship is not offered.

Salary: £45,000–£55,000

Company

hirify.global is a national leader in specialist motor insurance, employing over 1,700 people across the UK and reaching £750 million in total value of insurance policies written in 2024.

What you will do

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test suites using Playwright (web) and Maestro (mobile).
• Define and implement automation framework architecture and identify high-value automation opportunities.
• Integrate automated tests into Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines to enable continuous testing.
• Lead mobile automation initiatives and manage mobile testing across iOS and Android using BrowserStack, TestFlight, and Intune.
• Own end-to-end quality for squad deliverables, including functional, regression, integration, and cross-browser testing.
• Mentor and upskill junior QA team members, conduct code reviews, and track quality metrics.

Requirements

• Experienced user of automated test suites (e.g., Playwright, Maestro).
• Demonstrable knowledge of Azure DevOps CI/CD Pipelines.
• Ability to work within cross-functional teams.
• Proven ability to mentor junior QA team members.
• Skilled in Functional, Regression, Integration, and cross-browser testing.
• Experience in defining and tracking quality metrics.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of BrowserStack, TestFlight, and Intune for mobile testing.

Culture & Benefits

• 35 days’ holiday (including bank holidays) with additional buy/sell options.
• 24/7 mental health support & free counselling.
• Opportunities for professional development, career advancement, and continuous learning.
• Flexible benefits, including early access to salary.
• Hybrid working options and a supportive, inclusive environment.
• Recognition awards, social events, and a commitment to mental health, disability confidence, and women's career progression.

Hiring process

• Successful applicants will undergo a standard criminal record check and an insolvency register check.