Senior Test Automation Engineer Manchester

Apadmi Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company in Manchester is seeking an experienced automation tester to ensure high-quality software delivery. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong test automation experience and understanding of both BDD and TDD methodologies. You will design, develop, and execute tests, translating technical requirements into actionable scenarios while working in a collaborative team environment. Competitive salary and standard benefits offered, with a focus on an inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Standard benefits (holidays, pension)

Rewarding collaborative community

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of test automation frameworks and reporting.
• Ability to translate technical requirements into test scenarios.
• Experience working on mobile and web platforms.

Responsibilities

• Designing, developing, and executing tests.
• Collaborating with the team to improve processes.
• Logging defects and tracking progress using management tools.

Skills

Test automation experience

Experience with BDD and TDD

Experience with manual testing

Experience with mobile testing frameworks

Ability to manage workload independently

Tools

Postman

JMeter

XCUITest

Espresso

Job description

We are looking for a team player, who can demonstrate an understanding of automation frameworks, toolsets and reporting to ensure timely delivery of projects. Experience of working in an Agile environment and able to demonstrate knowledge of how testing fits into delivery.

What you’ll be working on

You’ll play a key role in ensuring the quality of our software by designing, developing, and executing tests, collaborating with the team to improve processes, and reporting on progress and issues.

• Translate technical requirements into test scenarios
• Refine user stories and acceptance criteria
• Create and run integration tests using tools like Postman
• Manage test code and review work from other team members
• Set up and distribute automated test reports
• Log defects and track progress using defect management tools
• Ensure test approaches and standards are followed
• Create and review test documentation
• Identify areas for improvement and support process enhancements within the test team

What you’ll bring to the team

We’re looking for a candidate with strong test automation experience who can contribute to strategies and approaches, work effectively across mobile and web platforms, and support the team in delivering high-quality software.

• Understanding of BDD and TDD methodologies
• Experience working on native or cross-platform mobile applications
• Ability to review test code and contribute to test strategies
• Plan and manage workload independently and support other team members
• Confident reporting of test progress, coverage, and results to project teams
• Experience with manual testing, test analyst duties, and load testing tools (e.g., JMeter)
• Experience with mobile testing frameworks such as XCUITest or Espresso
• Contribute to the setup and improvement of test infrastructure and tooling

At Apadmi, you’ll receive standard benefits (holidays, pension, etc.) plus a variety of rewards within our collaborative community. We’re committed to an inclusive workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, as we believe a wide range of perspectives strengthens our team culture and innovation. If you need accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know—we’re here to help ensure full participation.

Our talent team, will guide you from your first interview through onboarding. Note that all official interviews are conducted via video or in person; we do not offer roles through WhatsApp or unofficial channels. For any questions, contact us at [e-mail] .