Automation QA Engineer

We’re working with a leading tech company in the North East who are looking for an Automation QA Engineer to play a key role in maintaining the quality and reliability of their cutting-edge platform.

This hybrid role requires 2 days a week in the Newcastle-upon-Tyne office.

What you’ll be doing:

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using modern tools and frameworks
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and apply the right testing methodologies
• Identify opportunities to enhance automation across the testing process, improving efficiency and coverage
• Conduct thorough regression testing to ensure platform stability during new feature rollouts
• Perform root cause analysis for test failures and work closely with developers to resolve issues quickly
• Create and maintain test data, environments, and harnesses required for automated testing
• Monitor, analyse, and report on test results to key stakeholders
• Proactively contribute to improving testing processes and practices across the team
• Keep up to date with the latest QA tools and best practices, sharing insights with the wider team

What they're looking for:

• Strong proficiency in C#
• Experience in automation testing, including functional and data validation
• Ability to translate business requirements into comprehensive test cases
• Experience working with APIs, databases, and version control systems (e.g. Git)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a sharp eye for detail
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach
• Proactive mindset with the ability to take ownership of tasks and drive improvements

If you're interested, apply now, and a member of our team will be in touch!