Automation Tester

Automation Tester
Location: Leicester - 2 days per week on site
Job Type: Full-time
Department: Quality Assurance
Salary: 40-45k

We are seeking an experienced Automation Tester to join our dynamic Quality Assurance team. In this role, you will drive automation tools and best practices across the company while working alongside the manual testing team.
You will be the first dedicated Automation Tester with a specific focus on supporting the Salesforce project plan.

Key Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain automated test scripts using industry-standard tools and frameworks.
Be the "go to" person for all automation testing
Collaborate with the testing team to design comprehensive test plans and strategies in line with project requirements.
Execute automated tests, analyse results, and report defects in a clear and concise manner.
Integrate automated tests into our CI/CD pipeline for timely and efficient testing.
Participate in code reviews to ensure high-quality, maintainable test scripts.
Create and maintain documentation for test cases, scripts, and results.
Work closely with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to provide feedback on software quality and usability.
Troubleshoot and investigate issues identified during testing to determine root causes.

Background:
Minimum of 2 years' experience in test automation, software testing, or a related field.
Familiarity with Salesforce Core & CPQ. Certinia experience is a plus.
Knowledge of CI/CD tools such as Azure DevOps.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a focus on troubleshooting.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain technical concepts to a non-technical audience.
High attention to detail and a commitment to delivering quality results.
A team player who can also work independently when required.

Preferred Qualifications:
ISTQB Certification or equivalent professional software testing certification.
Experience in performance testing, security testing, or mobile app testing.
Experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment.