Salary: £48,000 - 54,000 per year Requirements: Playwright experience Strong skills in JavaScript/TypeScript Knowledge of CI/CD principles Experience with Azure DevOps Ability to write high-quality test cases Skills in identifying and managing defects/bugs Experience in creating test plans and completion reports Responsibilities: Develop and maintain automation scripts using Playwright Integrate solutions using Azure DevOps and GitHub Write and execute high-quality test cases Identify, report, and manage defects/bugs Create comprehensive test plans and test completion reports Technologies: Azure CI/CD DevOps GitHub JavaScript Playwright TypeScript Cloud REST More: We are Hays, currently seeking an Automation Engineer for one of our local clients. This role involves supporting core engineering and standard testing functions within a tight-knit Testing Team of three. We offer a competitive daily rate of £400 - £450 for a 6-month contract, with hybrid working arrangements based in Cardiff, requiring two days onsite and the remainder working from home. Join us to make a significant impact quickly in a collaborative environment. last updated 6 week of 2026