Senior Automation Testing Analyst

TL;DR

Senior Automation Testing Analyst (Playwright/API): Building and maintaining automation frameworks for UI and API testing with an accent on AI-assisted tooling, CI/CD integration, and performance/security validation. Focus on designing comprehensive test scripts, defect management, stakeholder collaboration, and framework modernisation for high-quality platform releases.

Location: London, UK. Must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application, as sponsorship is not available.

Company

Forward-thinking technology company supporting a fast-paced, regulated market environment and investing in a new engineering capability with international development footprint.

What you will do

• Engage with stakeholders to understand requirements and design comprehensive test scripts.
• Identify, document, and track defects, collaborating with development and business teams for resolution.
• Work with developers and product owners to embed quality in the development lifecycle and provide mentorship on testing practices.
• Build and maintain automation frameworks for UI and API testing using Playwright, Rest Assured, and Postman.
• Implement AI-driven testing solutions like self-healing scripts and automated defect identification.
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines with Azure DevOps and GitHub Actions.
• Support performance and security testing, and contribute to migrating legacy frameworks to modern solutions.
• Ensure compliance with secure testing principles and industry standards.

Requirements

• Proven experience as Senior QA/Software Testing Engineer with strong automation expertise.
• Hands-on experience building automation frameworks (Playwright preferred; Selenium beneficial).
• Strong API testing experience (Postman, SoapUI).
• Familiarity with test management tools (Jira, Azure DevOps).
• Solid understanding of testing principles: unit, integration, end-to-end, performance, security.
• Experience with cloud-based applications (Azure preferred).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving skills, attention to detail, communication, and collaboration.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Clear career progression paths.