Experienced Test Automation Engineer - Immediate Contract

Experienced Test Automation Engineer - Immediate Contract

Posted 1 week ago by Valcon Group UK

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£450 Per day
Inside
Hybrid
Remote/Leatherhead, UK
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Agile Methodology Application Programming Interface (API) Automation Back End (Software Engineering) C# (Programming Language) Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery Financial Services JSON Microsoft Azure Selenium (Software) Software Testing Automation Framework Specflow Test Automation Test Design Test Suite User Interface Workflows

Summary: The role of Contract Test Automation Engineer involves transitioning from manual to automated testing within a financial services context. The successful candidate will develop and enhance automated test suites, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver solutions for a significant programme. This contract position is set to begin on 7th July 2025 and requires a hybrid working arrangement with occasional on-site presence in Leatherhead, Surrey. The role is classified as inside IR35, with a competitive daily rate offered.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop, maintain, and enhance automated test suites using Selenium and C#
  • Cover end-to-end test scenarios, including UI, API, and integration points
  • Work with existing automation frameworks and improve where needed
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams in an Agile delivery pod
  • Integrate tests into CI/CD workflows using Azure DevOps
  • Apply best practices in test design and execution

Key Skills:

  • 4+ years of dedicated test automation experience, with a proven track record of enhancing existing frameworks
  • Strong hands-on experience with Selenium, C#, and SpecFlow or similar
  • Understanding of BDD/TDD methodologies
  • Experience testing APIs, JSON, and Back End data workflows
  • CI/CD exposure, particularly with Azure DevOps
  • Self-starter mindset with excellent communication skills
  • Background in financial services/insurance is a bonus

Salary (Rate): £450 daily

City: Leatherhead

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

Contract Test Automation Engineer

Start Date: 7th July 2025
Day Rate: £450/day (Inside IR35)
Location: Hybrid - 1-2 days per month required on-site in Leatherhead, Surrey
Contract Type: 6 months initial (with potential extension)
Industry: Financial Services/Insurance
Tech Stack: Selenium, C#, SpecFlow, Azure DevOps

About the Role

Our client is undergoing a significant transformation-moving from manual testing to a fully automated testing strategy. We're looking for an experienced Test Automation Engineer to join the team and drive the automation effort from the ground up.

Starting 7th July 2025, this contract role will play a key part in delivering automated solutions for a £500m+ programme in the financial services domain.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, maintain, and enhance automated test suites using Selenium and C#

  • Cover end-to-end test scenarios, including UI, API, and integration points

  • Work with existing automation frameworks and improve where needed

  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams in an Agile delivery pod

  • Integrate tests into CI/CD workflows using Azure DevOps

  • Apply best practices in test design and execution

Required Skills & Experience

  • 4+ years of dedicated test automation experience, with a proven track record of enhancing existing frameworks

  • Strong hands-on experience with Selenium, C#, and SpecFlow or similar

  • Understanding of BDD/TDD methodologies

  • Experience testing APIs, JSON, and Back End data workflows

  • CI/CD exposure, particularly with Azure DevOps

  • Self-starter mindset with excellent communication skills

  • Background in financial services/insurance is a bonus

Contract Details

  • £450 per day (Inside IR35)

  • 1-2 days per month required on-site in Leatherhead, Surrey

  • Start date: 7th July 2025

  • Initial 6-month contract with potential to extend

  • Immediate interviews available

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