Senior Automation Engineer

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Overview

We are looking for an experienced Senior Automation Engineer to join as a contractor for a focused 3-month project aimed at enhancing our continuous deployment practices. In this independent role, you will work autonomously to consolidate multiple existing automated testing frameworks into a single, efficient Playwright suite, utilizing advanced AI tools to optimize test migration and execution. This position allows for complete remote work within the UK, focusing on delivering high-impact results with confidence in system capabilities.

Responsibilities

  • Consolidate fragmented automated testing frameworks into a unified Playwright suite in TypeScript.
  • Deliver high-value browser and API integration tests for core transaction workflows.
  • Establish reusable architectural conventions and maintenance patterns for ongoing use by the permanent team.
  • Leverage generative AI tools to improve efficiency in test migration and execution.
  • Analyze and stabilize flaky tests, ensuring the CI/CD pipeline maintains a high level of quality.

Requirements

  • Proven expertise in Playwright and TypeScript for building testing suites from scratch.
  • Experience with testing in highly regulated or high-stakes environments like fintech or insurtech.
  • Proficient in utilizing generative AI technologies for enhancing automation workflows.
  • Strong understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systems.
  • Ability to transition legacy frameworks to Playwright is beneficial.
SkillsTypeScript, Java, Kotlin, GCP
LocationEngland
TypeRemote
Rate
£600/day
SourceLinkedIn
RecruiterINSHUR
Posted17/06/26