Junior Test Automation Engineer

Hastings Insurance Services Limited; Bexhill-on-Sea; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A digital insurance provider in Bexhill-on-Sea seeks a Junior Test Automation Engineer to be part of a collaborative Technology Engineering team. Responsibilities include designing and implementing effective test scenarios and actively participating in scrum ceremonies. The ideal candidate is early in their career and demonstrates a willingness to learn. Benefits include salary reviews, flexible working, a competitive bonus scheme, and extensive wellbeing programs.

Benefits

Competitive Bonus Scheme

Healthcare cash plan

25 days annual leave

Flexible working options

Mental wellbeing support

Qualifications

• This is a junior role; if you’re early in your career, we’d love to hear from you.
• Familiarity with at least one coding language is a must.
• Understanding of source control is essential.

Responsibilities

• Be part of a supportive Technology Engineering team within the CIO.
• Design, implement and maintain effective test scenarios.
• Engage with requirements and constructively challenge unclear aspects.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Collaboration

Communication

Tools

Java

JavaScript

TypeScript

C#

Python

GitHub

SQL

Job description

Overview

We’re a digital insurance provider with ambitious plans to become The Best and Biggest in the UK market. We’ve invested in our data and tech capabilities, particularly within our CIO function. Our CIO team drives innovation and ensures our technology infrastructure supports our goals. We’ve nurtured our 4Cs culture, fostering collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement. We provide insurance to nearly four million customers and are excited by the opportunities ahead. Our CIO team works on cutting-edge projects that enhance our digital presence and customer engagement. If you’re excited about joining us, we’d love to hear from you.

We understand some people may not apply unless they tick every box. If you’re keen to join and think you have some of what we’re looking for, even if you’re not 100% sure, we’d love to hear from you. Our CIO team is always looking for passionate individuals who are eager to make a difference and contribute to our success.

Job Details

As a Junior Test Automation Engineer, You Will

• Be part of a supportive, collaborative Technology Engineering team within CIO
• Contribute to designing, implementing and maintaining effective test scenarios that ensure high-quality, reliable outcomes
• Work closely with colleagues across multiple disciplines within your Scrum team
• Take an active role in sprint ceremonies, including:
• Daily stand-ups (sharing progress and blockers)
• Sprint planning (estimating and committing to work)
• Sprint retrospectives (helping shape improvements to team practices and KPIs)
• Follow good engineering practices, including:
• Ensuring work meets the definition of ready before starting
• Ensuring tasks meet the definition of done before completion
• Engage with requirements, ask questions and constructively challenge anything unclear to help the team deliver the best outcomes
• Learn, grow and contribute to a supportive environment where fresh perspectives and curiosity are valued

Skills We Would Love You To Have

This is a junior role, so if you’re early in your career — whether you’ve recently graduated, completed a bootcamp, or are looking to move into tech — we’d love to hear from you. You don’t need to know everything yet: what matters most is your willingness to learn, grow and contribute.

Tools & Technologies

(a good foundation but not all essential)

• Familiarity with at least one coding language such as Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, C#, or Python
• An understanding of source control and collaborating in GitHub
• Basic SQL skills (e.g., creating, searching or manipulating data)

Desirable but Not Required

• User interface automation tools such as Selenium, Playwright or Cypress
• APIs and tools like Postman
• Continuous integration platforms like Azure DevOps or Jenkins

Note: Unfortunately, we are unable to progress with candidates that require sponsorship at this time.

What We Offer

Join us and you’ll find a different way of doing things. We call it the 4Cs. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company, and community. As one of our colleagues, you’ll be helping to drive our growth, so in return, we’ll give you all the support, training and development you need. Not to mention plenty of recognition and rewards, and the scope to voice your ideas and put them into practice.

Reward

• Salary – Attractive salary based on experience (pay reviews also completed each year)
• Flexible Working – We champion a flexible and hybrid working approach; discuss details with your recruiter, including days in the office and at home
• Competitive Bonus Scheme – All colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus, usually paid in March
• Physical Wellbeing – We fund our colleagues to claim against everyday health care through our healthcare cash plan
• Financial Wellbeing – Life assurance (4x salary), income protection, pension contribution match up to 10%, and an AWARD-WINNING package with discounts, mortgage advice, and financial wellbeing support
• Mental Wellbeing Programme – Thrive mental health app, 24/7 colleague assistance programme, in-house mental health first aiders, support groups and a dedicated team

There’s more! – 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, with optional buy/sell of a contracted week, private healthcare, dental plans, health checks, cycle to work and tech schemes, discounts and onsite facilities, and annual social events. Benefits vary by eligibility and may require a 12-month commitment after probation.

Our 4Cs principles are simple: we believe in creating the right culture for our colleagues and giving them the right tools to do their job, to deliver good outcomes for every customer and help the company grow sustainably. We treat customers fairly, respectfully and with their best interests at heart.

Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status. A thorough referencing process, including credit and criminal record checks, is conducted.

At Hastings Direct, we’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we encourage you to be open with us. Our recruitment team is here to provide support to ensure a fair and accessible experience for all.

Job Posting End Date
18/02/2026