Automation Testing Engineer, Citi

Citi

Location:

United Kingdom, Belfast

Category:

IT - Software Development

Contract Type:

Employment contract

Salary:

Not provided

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Job Description:

The IT Quality Senior Analyst applies in-depth knowledge of automation frameworks, system testing, and vulnerability assessment to improve the quality and scalability of applications. Responsibilities include test automation, test strategies, and collaboration with global teams on software quality and modern testing methodologies.

Job Responsibility:

Create detailed, comprehensive and well-structured test strategies, test plans and test cases
Develop and execute Test Automation Framework and Automated Test Cases
Design and implement automated test strategies for functional, integration, performance, and security testing
Develop and maintain high-quality automated test scripts using modern testing frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Cypress)
Review requirements, specifications and technical design documents to provide timely and meaningful feedback
Ensure unit, API, and end-to-end test coverage to maintain product reliability
Review system and applications requirements, set metrics and track quality metrics (e.g. defect densities and open defect counts)
Monitor all stages of software development to identify, track and resolve application and system defects to meet quality standards
Estimate, prioritize, plan and co-ordinate testing activities
Develop and apply testing processes for new and existing features/functionalities to meet clients’ needs
Traces test cases/scripts (manual and automated) to requirements / stories
Liaise with internal teams (business analysts, developers, stakeholders) to identify system requirements
Ensures changes to test cases/scripts/plans/procedures as necessary (manual and automated) applied in timely matter
Maintains test cases/scripts/plans/procedures as necessary (manual and automated)
Champion trunk-based development, ensuring testing is embedded throughout the development lifecycle
Collaborate closely with developers to conduct code reviews with a focus on testability, security, and performance
Partner with software engineers, architects, and product teams to design scalable, testable, and resilient systems
Mentor junior QA engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and quality-first mindset
Work closely with DevOps teams to optimize automated test execution in cloud environments
Define and implement modern ways of working, driving innovation in testing methodologies

Requirements:

Significant experience in an IT Quality role and test automation
Proven work experience in software development/quality assurance
Strong hands-on experience in test automation using tools like Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, or similar
Experience with test automation, test scenario and test scripts creation and modification
Expertise in TDD, BDD, and test automation best practices
Strong knowledge of code review practices, security testing, and vulnerability scanning
Strong knowledge of software QA methodologies, tools and processes
High proficiency in Java is a must
Experience working with version control tracking systems like GitHub
Experience working with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins or TeamCity
Proven record of creating and maintaining integration test frameworks (Junit, Cucumber, etc.)
Knowledge of SQL and scripting

Nice to have:

Experience with contract testing (PACT) in microservices architecture
Knowledge of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) for testing environments
Exposure to shift-left testing strategies

What we offer:

Generous holiday allowance starting at 27 days plus bank holidays
Discretional annual performance-related bonus
Private medical insurance packages to suit your personal circumstances
Employee Assistance Program
Pension Plan
Paid Parental Leave
Special discounts for employees, family, and friends
Access to an array of learning and development resources

Additional Information:

Job Posted:

March 22, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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