Senior Test Engineer - Python

About the Role

As a Senior Test Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our software solutions. You will work closely as part of the development team throughout the software lifecycle, embedding testing into every step of the process.

Responsibilities

• Collaborating with others in the development team to integrate testing and a quality assurance mindset into the software development lifecycle.
• Define and implement structured testing practices, including automated and manual testing strategies.
• Develop and maintain automated front-end, backend, and API test frameworks using tools such as Cypress, Playwright, and Chai.
• Perform functional, non-functional, performance, and security testing.
• Ensure test processes are integrated into CI/CD pipelines for continuous quality assurance.
• Optimise testing for scalability, speed, and efficiency.
• Working with and supporting Technical Leaders in project execution and timely delivery.
• Collaborating with client teams.

Qualifications

• Significant experience delivering at a Senior Test Engineer level. Our Seniors typically have at least 6 years' commercial experience.
• Practical experience of delivering in an agile environment.
• Practical experience and knowledge of developing automation testing frameworks for scalable software solutions.
• Deep knowledge of automation testing frameworks, ideally with Playwright.
• Deep knowledge of Python.
• Experience with Performance and Load testing.
• Deep understanding of versioning control tools - e.g. Git.
• Practical and real world experience working with databases and cloud environments.
• Practical experience creating test strategies for large-scale, enterprise applications.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Professional proficiency in English.

Benefits

• Annual Company Bonus - We all help Nearform to hit company goals so we all receive a share of the profits on an annual basis in line with company performance.
• Work Remotely and Flexibly - We have a genuine dedication to work/life balance. Our flexible working culture allows you to work around what matters - school run, no problem!
• Flexible Time Off Package - We offer a flexible annual leave policy plus public holidays. We also offer sick leave, marriage leave and many more.
• Remote Working Allowance - Every 2 years, you will have a budget of up to €1250 (equivalent in USD) to help you set up a comfortable and productive workspace in addition to your essential equipment provided by Nearform when you join.
• Training and Development Allowance - Nearform is committed to supporting and investing in employees' ongoing learning and professional development. You will be encouraged to pursue relevant learning opportunities that support your growth and the growth of others, subject to manager approval.
• Healthcare - It's important to always take care of your health, so we offer additional private healthcare here at Nearform. If you wish to learn more about the plan offered feel free to reach out to our team.
• 401k - We offer a 401k plan and match up to 4%, with no minimum entry requirements and immediate vesting of employers' contributions.

Pay

Our salary range is $130,000 - 160,000 + bonus & benefits. Further details will be discussed in the initial interview, and final compensation will be determined based on skills, experience, and other job-related factors discussed during the interview process.