Senior Software Quality Engineer

Nicoll Curtin Technology; Ireland; Hybrid; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial leader in Dublin is seeking a Senior Software Quality Engineer for a contract role. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in test automation and software quality engineering. This position offers a competitive daily rate and the chance to work with cutting-edge tools in a supportive hybrid environment, focusing on delivering top-notch digital experiences.

Benefits

Exciting contract opportunity

Collaborative environment

Flexible hybrid model

Qualifications

• 6+ years of hands-on experience in Software Quality Engineering.
• Expertise with test automation frameworks and tools.
• Proficiency in Java and JavaScript or TypeScript.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams during project design.
• Define and develop robust automation strategies and test frameworks.
• Write and maintain test scripts in Java, JavaScript or TypeScript.

Skills

Test automation frameworks expertise

Proficiency in Java

Proficiency in JavaScript

Hands-on experience in Software Quality Engineering

Collaborative mindset

Tools

Selenium

Playwright

Cucumber

Node-based frameworks

CI/CD tools

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud)

Job description

Senior Software Quality Engineer (Contract - SWET)
Location: Dublin, Ireland (Hybrid)
Rate: Competitive Daily Rate (12-Month Contract)
Contract Type: Contract (12 months)

About the Role

We are hiring on behalf of a global financial leader known for its innovation and commitment to client experience. This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Software Quality Engineer to join the development team in Dublin, where the mission is to deliver a globally consistent and locally relevant personalized digital experience.

This role is ideal for a test automation expert with a strong engineering mindset, a passion for quality, and the ability to influence best practices across distributed Agile teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams during project design to ensure automation is built in from the start

• Define and develop robust automation strategies and test frameworks using industry-leading tools

• Write and maintain test scripts in Java, JavaScript or TypeScript

• Execute and analyze test cases across desktop and web platforms

• Utilize CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment tools for continuous testing

• Create and manipulate test data using SQL or similar tools

• Actively participate in Agile ceremonies including elaboration, planning, and retrospectives

• Contribute to release readiness through detailed testing reports and analysis

• Drive quality initiatives within the team and mentor others in best practices

• Ensure systems meet business requirements and deliver consistent, reliable user experiences

Essential Skills and Experience

• 6+ years of hands-on experience in Software Quality Engineering

• Expertise with test automation frameworks and tools such as Selenium, Playwright, or Cucumber

• Proficiency in Java and JavaScript or TypeScript

• Experience working with Node-based frameworks and package managers

• Strong knowledge of relational databases like MySQL or Oracle

• Exposure to CI/CD tools and automated deployment practices

• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud)

• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work in distributed Agile teams

• Experience with desktop application testing is a plus

• Knowledge of telephony systems is an added advantage

Why Join?

• Exciting contract opportunity with a global industry leader

• High-impact work on platforms used by thousands globally

• Modern tech stack: Work with cutting-edge tools in automation and DevOps

• Collaborative environment: Contribute to a culture of quality, mentorship, and innovation

• Flexible hybrid model offering work-life balance in a supportive team

If you're passionate about quality engineering and want to help shape world-class digital experiences, we’d love to hear from you.