Full job descriptionJob DescriptionRole: Test Engineer (Hybrid)
Location: Manchester, Leeds, Newcastle, Birmingham - 60% Per Week in these locations.
Clearance: Must hold or be eligible for BPSS Clearance

Role Overview
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Test Engineer to join our growing delivery team. You will play a key role in ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of modern web applications across a cutting-edge tech stack.
This role requires hands-on expertise in automated testing, strong collaboration with development teams, and experience working across cloud-native environments.
Key Responsibilities
*Design, develop, and execute automated and manual test cases for web applications
*Build and maintain robust test automation frameworks, particularly using Playwright (essential)
*Collaborate closely with developers, DevOps, and product teams to ensure quality throughout the SDLC
*Perform frontend and backend testing across Node.js and Spring Boot applications
*Validate data integrity and application performance involving MongoDB
*Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines using GitLab
*Execute testing in AWS-based environments, ensuring scalability and reliability
*Identify, log, and track defects, ensuring timely resolution
*Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and best practices
Required Skills & Experience
*Strong experience as a Test Engineer / QA Engineer
*Proven expertise with Playwright (MANDATORY)
*Experience testing Node.js frontend applications
*Familiarity with Spring Boot backend systems
*Hands-on experience with MongoDB
*Experience working with GitLab CI/CD pipelines
*Exposure to AWS cloud environments
*Solid understanding of API testing and integration testing
*Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Working Arrangement
*Manchester, Leeds, Newcastle, Birmingham - 60% Per Week in these locations.
*Exclusions: Sheffield and Caxton House, London