Job Details
* Location: Glasgow
* Mode: Hybrid
* Experience: 10 to 15 years
* Job Type: Permanent
Job Description
The Test Automation Engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining robust automated test solutions to ensure the quality, performance, and reliability of complex banking applications. The role supports digital transformation by embedding quality early in the SDLC through test automation, API & UI validation, TDD practices, and scaled agile delivery models. The position plays a critical role in reducing risk, improving release confidence, and enabling continuous delivery across enterprise platforms.
Basic / Essential Qualifications
* 10+ years of experience in software testing and test automation
* Extensive experience in banking or regulated enterprise environments
* Strong understanding of automation frameworks and test design patterns
* Experience working with cross‑functional teams and distributed delivery models
Key Responsibilities / Accountabilities
* Design, implement, and maintain automated test frameworks for UI and API services
* Develop and execute automated test scripts using Playwright, Selenium, Cypress, and Cucumber
* Perform comprehensive API testing (REST services) including functional, contract, and regression testing
* Embed Test‑Driven Development (TDD) and Behavior‑Driven Development (BDD) practices within teams
* Collaborate with developers, product owners, and architects to validate requirements and acceptance criteria
* Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines to enable continuous testing
* Identify, log, track, and manage defects using JIRA, ensuring adherence to defect management processes
* Participate actively in scaled agile ceremonies (PI planning, sprint planning, retrospectives)
* Ensure compliance with quality, security, and regulatory standards
* Mentor junior automation engineers and contribute to automation best practices
* Drive test strategy, test coverage improvement, and quality metrics reporting
Technical Skills
* Hands‑on experience with Playwright, Selenium, Cypress, Cucumber (BDD)
* Strong understanding of TDD principles and an automation‑first mindset
* Experience validating REST APIs, JSON payloads, and HTTP protocols
* Knowledge of CI/CD tools and automated test execution pipelines
Agile & Process Skills
* Proven experience working in Scaled Agile frameworks (SAFe / enterprise agile)
* Strong understanding of SDLC, STLC, and quality gates
Experience Required
* 10+ years of experience in software testing with a strong focus on automation
* Minimum 5+ years hands‑on experience with API & UI automation
* Proven experience using Playwright, Selenium, Cypress, and Cucumber
* Strong exposure to TDD and BDD‑driven delivery
* Solid experience working in scaled agile environments
* Enterprise‑level experience with JIRA defect tracking and reporting
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Culture focused on talent development with quarterly promotion cycles and company‑sponsored higher education and certifications
* Opportunity to work with cutting‑edge technologies
* Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
* Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents
Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.
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