Test Automation Engineer

Test Automation Engineer

Department: Engineering

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Manchester, UK

Reporting To: Michael Blades

Interact provides enterprise-grade intranet software that connects over three million employees to leading global names like Levi's, Domino’s, Teva Pharmaceuticals, and Technicolor.

Our team of customer-focused problem solvers are passionate about helping organizations to communicate better. We do this together by constantly working to improve every service and product we offer. With offices in Manchester, New York, Dubai, Tulsa, Warsaw, and Manila we operate across North America, EMEA, and Australia.

Click on any of our vacancies and you’ll see one thing in common – they all begin with this message. Why? Because at Interact we treat everyone with the same respect and honesty. Whether you’re a developer fresh out of college or a seasoned salesperson, we live the motto that we uphold for our customers: our people are our most valuable assets.

We are looking for a Test Automation Engineer, in this role you will embark on an exciting journey to develop your skills in test automation and quality assurance.

Working closely with the QA Lead and experienced Test Automation Engineers, you will contribute to the development and maintenance of automated tests for our software applications, ensuring they deliver exceptional performance and user experience.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact within our Quality Assurance team.

• 1+ years of experience in software quality assurance, focusing on test automation.
• Exposure to automating tests for .NET Core backends, React
  
  JS frontends, and/or React Native mobile applications.
• Familiarity with test automation tools like Playwright, or Detox.
• Understanding of BDD frameworks, such as Spec Flow with .NET Core/C#.
• Basic understanding of API testing and ability to write automated API tests.
• Knowledge of SQL for queries and data manipulation.
• Exposure to CI/CD tools such as Team City or Jenkins.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) is a plus.
• Knowledge of WCAG standards and experience in accessibility testing is a plus.
• Experience in an Agile/Scrum development environment is a plus.

• Familiarity with version control systems, particularly Git.
• Experience with the Atlassian Suite (Jira, Confluence) for test management and documentation.

• ISTQB Certified Tester - Foundation Level or similar certification is a plus.

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, able to articulate technical concepts clearly.
• Collaborative mindset, enjoying teamwork and contributing to a positive team environment. Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and challenges.
• Proactive and self-motivated, with a passion for quality and continuous improvement.
• Adaptable and flexible, comfortable navigating a dynamic, fast-paced setting.
• Ethical and trustworthy, maintaining high standards of integrity and professionalism.
• Curiosity and enthusiasm for technology and software testing.

• Assist in developing and maintaining automated test scripts for backend, frontend, and mobile applications using tools like Playwright, Appium and Detox.
• Participate in functional, regression, smoke, and performance testing to achieve comprehensive test coverage.
• Support the implementation of testing frameworks and strategies that align with our CI/CD pipelines using tools like Team City or Jenkins.
• Conduct API testing, ensuring validation of application functionalities.
• Utilize SQL knowledge for data validation and backend testing.

• Work closely with developers, product managers, and cross-functional teams to debug and resolve issues efficiently.
• Contribute to ensuring compliance with WCAG standards and promote accessibility testing to uphold inclusive design principles.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute ideas to enhance testability and quality in software design.

• Stay updated with the latest industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in test automation and QA methodologies.
• Contribute to continuous improvement, suggesting innovative solutions to enhance product quality and team efficiency.
• Collaborate with Dev Ops and Security teams to ensure overall product quality and security.

• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and industry standards relevant to software quality (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 27001).

• 25 days annual leave (with the option to buy and sell additional days)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to Learning & Development platform
• Life Insurance
• Auto Enrolment Pensions
• Healthshield (Cashback on dental check-ups and fillings, eye tests, physiotherapy, prescriptions and much more)
• Reimburse for usage of personal mobile phone
• Free Gym membership and Free Friday lunch for office based staff