Test Automation Engineer

at  ActiveQuote

Job Scope
As a Test Automation Engineer at ActiveQuote, you will play a key role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our products and systems. You will develop, execute, and maintain automated test scripts, working collaboratively with development teams in an Agile environment. This role requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to identify and troubleshoot issues effectively. Your work will directly contribute to enhancing our software delivery processes by integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines.
You will engage in the preparation, development, and delivery of comprehensive testing strategies and plans while helping drive improvements in quality assurance processes. This position is ideal for someone with a solid foundation in automation frameworks, programming, and testing methodologies who is ready to take the next step in their QA career.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts for web applications, APIs, and mobile applications.
• Execute manual and automated test cases, ensuring the software meets quality standards.
• Collaborate with developers and product teams to identify test requirements and define acceptance criteria.
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, Azure DevOps, or GitHub.
• Conduct performance, regression, load and functional testing across different environments.
• Report bugs and errors, track testing progress, and provide test coverage reports.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and escalate issues, working closely with development teams to drive resolutions.
• Contribute to refining test automation frameworks, processes, and best practices.
• Support in peer reviews of test scripts and provide feedback for improvements.
• Document test strategies, results, and defects in detail, ensuring clear communication across teams.
• Assist in mentoring junior testers and contribute to knowledge-sharing sessions.
• To constantly display and encourage ActiveQuote company values of INTEGRITY, UNITY, INNOVATION and PASSION

Skills & Education

Essential

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in software test automation.
• Hands-on experience in developing automated test scripts for web and mobile applications.
• Strong understanding of QA methodologies and Agile practices.
• Experience with version control tools (e.g., Git) and CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, Azure DevOps).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working with REST APIs and performing API testing.
• Experience with cloud environments (Azure, AWS, GCP).

Technical Skills:

• Programming Languages: C#, JavaScript, TypeScript, Java
• Automation Frameworks: Selenium, Playwright, Cypress, Appium, SpecFlow
• Testing Frameworks: NUnit, MSTest, xUnit
• Scripting Tools: PowerShell
• Database Knowledge: SQL, SQL Server

Desirable:

• Exposure to performance testing tools and load testing practices.
• Knowledge of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Relevant certifications in software testing or automation tools.
• Experience in price comparison web sites and products

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Cardiff CF11 0SN
Reference ID: Test Automation Enginee

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts for web applications, APIs, and mobile applications.
• Execute manual and automated test cases, ensuring the software meets quality standards.
• Collaborate with developers and product teams to identify test requirements and define acceptance criteria.
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, Azure DevOps, or GitHub.
• Conduct performance, regression, load and functional testing across different environments.
• Report bugs and errors, track testing progress, and provide test coverage reports.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and escalate issues, working closely with development teams to drive resolutions.
• Contribute to refining test automation frameworks, processes, and best practices.
• Support in peer reviews of test scripts and provide feedback for improvements.
• Document test strategies, results, and defects in detail, ensuring clear communication across teams.
• Assist in mentoring junior testers and contribute to knowledge-sharing sessions.
• To constantly display and encourage ActiveQuote company values of INTEGRITY, UNITY, INNOVATION and PASSIO