Test Automation Engineer

Kerv; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital technology consultancy in the UK is seeking a skilled Test Automation Engineer to ensure quality in their projects. The ideal candidate will possess over 3 years of experience in both manual and automated testing, specifically with Microsoft Dynamics and Power Platform solutions. The role is hybrid, allowing for flexible working arrangements, and requires collaboration with a dynamic team to deliver high-quality digital experiences. Join a company recognized for its exceptional work culture and commitment to employee development.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Professional development support

Private healthcare

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in manual testing.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in automated testing across various technologies.
• Experience with Behavioural Driven Development (BDD) or Test-Driven Development (TDD).

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute automated testing for Microsoft Dynamics and Power Platform solutions.
• Conduct manual test case creation and execution.
• Collaborate with team members to understand requirements.

Skills

Manual testing

Automated testing

API testing

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

ISTQB Certification (Foundation or Advanced)

Tools

Azure Dev Ops

Playwright

Cucumber

Job description

Test Automation Engineer (British Citizen & eligible for SC)

THIS ROLE REQUIRES BRITISH CITIZENSHIP & ELIGIBILITY FOR SC CLEARANCE

Where the jobisbased:Hybrid(home-based&with occasional workingatKerv Digitalofficeas and when requiredand / or a requirement to attend client site whenrequiredto meet project needs)

KervDigitalUK Office:UK HQ, Seven House, 18 High Street, Longbridge, B31 2UQ

Who we are

Dive into a world where technology meets innovation. At Kerv Digital,we'renot just another tech company.We’rethe problem solvers, the magicians who transform complex challenges into seamless digital experiences. Utilising a powerful blend of Power Platform,DevSecOps, Data experiences, and Software Engineering, we create business solutions that truly resonate with our clients driving extreme value!

With our roots planted in Birmingham and branches spreading across the globe from London toBangalore,we'rea proud member of the Kerv Group - a dynamic £112m revenue technology consultancy leader with a dedicated team of over 700 professionals, partnering with 800+ sector leaders.

People come first always we are incredibly proud of our unparalleled work culture. Not just words on paper, we wear our "Great Place to Work" certifications from the UK and India like badges of honour. Dive into an ocean of opportunities in an atmosphere that celebrates collaboration. Sharpen your prowess with a global multi-discipline team and be guided by the industry's most forward-thinking architects.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Test Automation Engineer who has a solid foundation in manual testing, that extends into being a skilled and competent automation tester, with a proven breadth and depth of experience, to join our growing team to ensure the quality and reliability of the projects we deliver to our clients.

You will bring in excess of 3 years of experience in manual testing and in excess of 3 years in test automation

You will be responsible for creating and executing manual and automated testing of Microsoft Dynamics & Power Platform solutions within our projects. You will be involved in the maintenance and evolution of our automation frameworks and test suites, applying best practice standards to all you do. Automation could be at any application or integration layer and your skills need to be adaptable to select the most appropriate and efficient way to test.

We have seen an increase in the number of solutions and projects with an AI capability, so you must have some knowledge and exposure to the capabilities of AI, how it can be used to benefit testing and automated testing as well as how to carry out testing of AI solutions and the ability to integrate that into an automation capability.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute automated testing of Microsoft Dynamics & Power Platform solutions to identify and document defects
• Carry out manual test case creation and execution
• Conduct manual and automated API testing to ensure seamless integration and functionality
• Manual and automated accessibility testing
• Collaborate with team members to understand requirements and design test cases
• Report and track defects, and work with the development team to resolve issues
• Participate in test planning, estimation, and risk analysis activities
• Maintenance and continuous improvement of our test automation frameworks, strategies, processes and methodologies
• Predominantly work remotely with the willingness and capability to attend meetings & workshops as required, which may be at Kerv offices or client sites

Required Experience

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in manual testing
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in automated testing at all levels, across a range of technologies and applications being tested
• ISTQB Certification (Foundation or Advanced)
• Manual and automated testing experience of Microsoft Dynamics and Power Platform solutions
• Familiar with test and bug management tools and processes, ideally Azure Dev Ops (ADO)
• Hands-on experience with API testing
• Experience with test automation frameworks design, implementation and maintenance
• Familiarity with Scrum methodology and how testing and test automation activities fit in
• Must have worked on Behavioural Driven Development (BDD) or Test-Driven Development (TDD) or Acceptance Test-Driven Development (ATDD) methodology
• Ability to develop automated functional tests, which exercise the UI, API and DB layers.
• Highly delivery focused
• Experience working in UK public sector projects, carrying out testing activities required of the role

Technology & Knowledge Capabilities

• Playwright
• Cucumber
• Accessibility Automation using Axe or similar
• GitHub Actions / GitHub commands
• PowerShell Script - Deployment Tasks
• Microsoft Dynamics Applications & Portal Pages
• Strong understanding of software testing principles and methodologies
• Strong understanding and practical application of principles of test automation and automation strategies and approaches
• Proficiency in writing and executing manual test cases and test scripts
• Test planning and estimation in a SCRUM methodology
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities
• Attention to detail and a commitment to quality
• Analytical and proactive in their approach to testing and problem solving
• Capable of engaging at all levels with customers

We’re also looking for people that fit how we work

• happiest working under their own direction and initiative, but fully supported when needed
• willing and happy to adapt and embrace opportunities to help colleagues
• attention to detail, we want you to obsess about the little things!
• ability to work effectively with remote teams with geographical and time zone differences
• ability to work flexibly to deliver on-time to tight timescales

What we can do for you

We’reatransparent,honestand fiercely equal employer that believescompletelyin providingthe best possible work experiencefor our employees:

RealFlexibility – we’re family first organisation,andifthe work gets done,you can workwhen and whereveryou want.A healthyapproach for most of our teamsseems to besplittingthree ways between home, customersitesand the office.

Awesome Environment – all of our employees will tell you that we foster an easy going environment, are experts at what we do and care deeply about what we work on, and the company was startedspecificallytofind a way for people to take more enjoyment fromtheir work.

Interesting Work – these days most of our customers are household namesand many of our projects havean important impact on the world around us. The kind of things we do regularly includeworking with not-for-profits to transform how they leveragetechnology, working with public bodies to shape digital services and working with top tier private entities to bring genuinely new and meaningful products and services to market.

Great Benefits – all the usual suspects and then some.Some highlights include our choose-your-own tech approach to end-user devices, wellstocked cupboardswithtastygoodies(we’re a food first company too), excellent professional development support including frequent in-house training for tech. youcan’tgettrained on anywhere else and private healthcare. Fulldisclosure; some benefits can only be provided after probation.

Recognition & Growth – Recognized as a 'Great Place to Work' in both the UK and India, our commitment to excellence goes beyond our products and services. Our culture is a testament to the dedicated technologists who work tirelessly to drive our vision forward. Being a part of Kerv Digital means embracing a culture of innovation, collaboration, and mutual respect. Our teams in the UK and India thrive in an atmosphere that promotes continuous learning and growth.

Join us at Kerv Digital, where we don’t just build ground breaking technology - we build future.

Don’ttake our word for it though, check out our impartial Glass Door reviews

Location

• United Kingdom

Job Type

• Full Time

Application Closing Date

• 28th February 2026

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