Automation Tester/ QA Engineer

Period: 1 year with possible extensionLocation: Hybrid (2 days in office)Start Date: 2025Project: Electricity TradingWe are seeking a mid-level to senior Software QA Engineer on behalf of our client to join a dynamic team focused on electricity trading projects. This role is crucial for ensuring the quality and reliability of our software releases through rigorous testing practices. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software QA, preferably within the energy or trading domain, and be adept at using modern automation tools and methodologies.Day-to-day of the role:Ensure the quality and reliability of releases through rigorous testing practices.Collaborate closely with developers, business analysts, and product owners to understand business requirements and workflows.Design, maintain, and execute comprehensive test plans, test cases, and regression test suites.Automate manual test cases using Playwright to streamline and scale testing efforts.Set up and maintain test data, environments, and pipelines to support both automated and manual testing.Identify, document, and track defects through to resolution, providing clear and actionable feedback.Support release readiness by ensuring sufficient coverage, clear reporting, and providing go/no-go input.Work within the project’s technology stack, which includes .NET Core backends, Angular UIs, Azure SQL databases, Azure hosting, and Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines.Required Skills & Qualifications:Proven experience in software QA, preferably within the energy or trading domain.Strong proficiency in Playwright for UI test automation.Experience with API testing tools such as Postman, REST, and GraphQL.Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, preferably Azure DevOps, and integrating automated tests.Understanding of Agile development practices and the ability to work effectively in collaborative team environments.Familiarity with energy asset operations (e.g., CCGT, storage, renewables) and intraday trading workflows is a plus.Strong problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills.Comfortable working in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment with frequent releases.Fluent in English.Bonus Skills:Hands-on experience testing applications built with .NET Core backends and Angular frontends.Experience interacting with Azure SQL databases and validating deployments in Azure environments.Benefits:Opportunity to work on significant projects within the electricity trading domain.Exposure to advanced technology stacks and automation tools.Professional development and continuous learning opportunities.Supportive and collaborative work environment.To apply for the Software QA Engineer position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.