Test Engineer

Description:

Job DescriptionRole: Test Engineer (Hybrid)
Location: Manchester, Leeds, Newcastle, Birmingham - 60% Per Week in these locations. 
Clearance: Must hold or be eligible for BPSS Clearance

Role Overview
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Test Engineer to join our growing delivery team. You will play a key role in ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of modern web applications across a cutting-edge tech stack.
This role requires hands-on expertise in automated testing, strong collaboration with development teams, and experience working across cloud-native environments.
Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and execute automated and manual test cases for web applications
Build and maintain robust test automation frameworks, particularly using Playwright (essential)
Collaborate closely with developers, DevOps, and product teams to ensure quality throughout the SDLC
Perform frontend and backend testing across Node.js and Spring Boot applications
Validate data integrity and application performance involving MongoDB
Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines using GitLab
Execute testing in AWS-based environments, ensuring scalability and reliability
Identify, log, and track defects, ensuring timely resolution
Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and best practicesRequired Skills & Experience

Strong experience as a Test Engineer / QA Engineer
Proven expertise with Playwright (MANDATORY)
Experience testing Node.js frontend applications
Familiarity with Spring Boot backend systems
Hands-on experience with MongoDB
Experience working with GitLab CI/CD pipelines
Exposure to AWS cloud environments
Solid understanding of API testing and integration testing
Strong analytical and problem-solving skillsWorking Arrangement

Manchester, Leeds, Newcastle, Birmingham - 60% Per Week in these locations.
Exclusions: Sheffield and Caxton House, London