Automation Test Lead

Senior Automation Test Engineer (Selenium Java & Python)

London, UK (Hybrid work model)

We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Senior Quality Analyst with strong expertise in web and mobile application testing, automation frameworks, and API testing. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Selenium (Python), Postman, SQL, and a solid understanding of quality assurance best practices. Exposure to fund accounting, fund administration, or wealth management domains is a strong plus.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and execute end-to-end testing of web and mobile applications.
• Design, develop, and maintain automation test scripts using Selenium with Python.
• Perform API testing using tools like Postman, including validation of request/response payloads, headers, and authentication.
• Write and execute complex SQL queries to validate backend data and perform data integrity checks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including developers, business analysts, and product owners to ensure quality throughout the SDLC.
• Participate in requirement reviews and provide feedback from a QA perspective.
• Create and maintain test plans, test cases, and test data.
• Identify, document, and track bugs; perform root cause analysis and regression testing.
• Ensure timely delivery of QA deliverables in Agile/Scrum environments.
• Provide QA metrics and status reports to stakeholders.

Required Skills:

• Strong experience in manual and automation testing of web and mobile applications.
• Proficiency in Selenium with Python for automation.
• Solid understanding of API testing using Postman or similar tools.
• Strong command over SQL for data validation and backend testing.
• Experience with test management tools like JIRA, TestRail, or similar.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and integration of automated tests.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Nice to Have:

• Domain knowledge in fund accounting, fund administration, or wealth management.
• Experience with performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter, LoadRunner).
• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes).
• ISTQB or equivalent certification.