Sr. Test Engineer; Cypress

Job Title

Sr. Test Engineer with Cypress

3 to 6 Years

Leeds, UK – 3 Days travel to office

Sr. Test Engineer responsible for designing, developing, and executing automated tests for APIs and web applications using Cypress API Framework and Playwright to ensure high-quality, reliable, and scalable software delivery. Candidate must have relevant experience of 3 to 6 Years.

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test suites for RESTful APIs using Cypress API Framework.
• Develop and execute end-to-end UI and functional test automation using Playwright.
• Collaborate with developers, business analysts, and product owners to understand requirements and define clear test scenarios and acceptance criteria.
• Implement robust test data management and test environment setup for API and UI automation.
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines to enable continuous testing and fast feedback.
• Analyze test results, identify defects, and work closely with the development team to drive timely resolution.
• Ensure appropriate test coverage for regression, integration, and system testing across services and applications.
• Create and maintain clear test documentation, including test plans, test cases, and automation scripts.
• Participate in code reviews for test automation scripts to ensure quality, reusability, and adherence to best practices.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of QA processes, tooling, and automation frameworks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support performance, reliability, and security testing initiatives.

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within an agile team environment.
• Effective communication skills to clearly articulate test results, risks, and quality status to stakeholders.
• Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous learning and staying updated with test automation tools and practices.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and handle multiple testing activities in parallel.

• Proven experience in Quality Engineering – API Automation Testing using Cypress API Framework (Technical).
• Proven experience in Quality Engineering – Automation Testing using Playwright (Technical).
• Good understanding of RESTful APIs, HTTP methods, request/response structures, and API validation techniques.
• Experience working with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, Azure Dev Ops, Git Lab CI, or similar) for automated test execution.
• Familiarity with version control systems such as Git.
• Understanding of software testing methodologies, including functional, regression, integration, and system testing.
• Experience working in agile development environments (Scrum or Kanban).
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

• We’re a purpose‑driven organisation committed to creating positive impact and championing inclusion.
• You’ll join a culture that encourages innovation, collaboration, and continuous growth.
• We celebrate difference and believe diverse perspectives lead to stronger solutions.
• Even if you don’t meet every requirement,
  we encourage you to apply — great talent comes from a variety of backgrounds.
• Your lived experience, unique strengths, and personal story matter — they help us design better outcomes for the communities we serve.
• We celebrate diversity of experience, knowledge, backgrounds, and perspectives, and believe these differences enable us to create meaningful impact. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to fairness and inclusion for all, regardless of sex, race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy or related conditions, or any other protected characteristic.
  
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