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Senior Test Automation Engineer | Up to £80,000 | Hybrid – Basildon (4 Days per Week)
Here at Burns Sheehan, we’re working with a leading organisation within the automotive and financial services sector, currently investing in modernising their technology and delivery processes. They’re looking for a Senior Test Automation Engineer to take ownership of their automation strategy and build scalable, reliable testing frameworks to ensure high-quality software delivery to support a range of business‑critical platforms.
What You’ll Do:
* Design, build, and maintain Java/Selenium automation frameworks.
* Develop and run automated tests for functional, regression, and integration scenarios.
* Integrate tests into CI/CD pipelines and support teams in improving automation coverage.
* Manage test data efficiently and optimise test performance.
* Troubleshoot issues and provide actionable insights through reports.
* Mentor junior team members and collaborate across development and product teams.
Skills and Experience:
* 7+ years in software testing, with 5+ in automation using Java and Selenium.
* Experience designing enterprise-level automation frameworks and testing web services, APIs, and UIs.
* Strong understanding of Agile, CI/CD, and software testing principles.
* Excellent problem-solving, communication, and analytical skills.
* Awareness of data privacy and security regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).
* Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
This is a hands‑on role offering the chance to influence automation strategy while working in a technically mature and collaborative environment.
Sound Interesting? Feel free to apply and we will be sure to get back you…
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