Automation Test Engineer – Join a Growing Belfast Consultancy
Belfast (Hybrid – 2–3 Days Onsite)
We're proud to be hiring on behalf of a leading consultancy that's expanding its footprint in Belfast. With a strong client base across the UK and Ireland, they're growing their local engineering teams to deliver high-impact solutions for a range of sectors—and they're looking for an experienced Automation Test Engineer to help shape and drive quality across their client projects.
The Role
As an Automation Test Engineer, you'll play a hands-on role in building and executing automated test strategies for innovative software solutions. Working within a collaborative consultancy environment, you'll partner with developers, DevOps engineers, and product teams to ensure quality is embedded throughout the development lifecycle.
You'll have the chance to work across multiple projects and industries, applying your expertise to solve complex challenges and deliver real value to end users.
What You'll Be Working With
* Test automation tools: Playwright, Selenium, Cucumber
* Programming languages: JavaScript/TypeScript (desirable)
* CI/CD and pipeline tools
* Agile methodologies and modern delivery practices
What You'll Do
* Design and implement automated test frameworks tailored to each project
* Carry out functional, regression, integration, and UI testing
* Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to define and refine testing strategies
* Identify defects and performance issues early in development
* Promote quality-driven development and continuous improvement
What You'll Bring
* Strong experience in automation testing of modern web applications
* Proficiency with tools like Playwright, Selenium, and Cucumber
* Understanding of CI/CD and version control (e.g., Git, Jenkins, GitLab)
* Familiarity with Agile delivery environments
* A proactive, detail-oriented mindset with a passion for writing clean, scalable test code
Working Model
* Hybrid working from a centrally located Belfast office (2–3 days onsite/week)
* Dynamic consultancy environment offering varied projects and fast-paced delivery