Qa Automation Engineer

TL;DR

QA Automation Engineer: Defining and implementing a testing strategy focused on automation to deliver high-quality software with an accent on test-driven development. Focus on building and maintaining robust test automation frameworks using tools like JavaScript or TypeScript, and integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines.

Location: Hybrid, minimum of three days per week in the office in London or Sofia.

Company

News UK is one of the leading media businesses in the UK and Ireland.

What you will do

• Define and implement a comprehensive testing strategy aimed at automating as much of the lifecycle as possible.
• Collaborate with product teams and business analysts to ensure all tickets are clearly understood, testable, and aligned with user needs.
• Advocate for a test-driven development approach within the engineering community to ensure quality is built-in from the start.
• Create and maintain robust test automation frameworks from scratch using tools like JavaScript or TypeScript.
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines to ensure seamless and reliable software delivery.
• Share knowledge by presenting technical insights to internal teams and representing News UK’s QA excellence at external meetups.

Requirements

• Demonstrate a deep understanding of the testing pyramid and best practices to make informed judgment calls on software quality.
• Apply technical expertise across APIs, microservices, UI, and performance testing.
• Utilize shell scripting, AWS, and Docker to manage environments and support scalable testing infrastructure.
• Show proficiency in JavaScript-based frameworks such as Cypress, Playwright, or Jest.
• Exhibit experience testing GraphQL applications and using visual testing tools like Percy.

Culture & Benefits

• Private medical insurance including coverage for pre-existing conditions.
• Discounted gym memberships, free ClassPass at Home, weekly in person/virtual exercise classes.
• Generous pension scheme with employer contributions of up to 5%.
• Wide range of training available, plus full LinkedIn Learning access.
• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays and up to 4 volunteering days per year.