Senior QA Automation Engineer (Strong ETL/ Data Engineering skills needed)
Job Description:
Our client, a leading Fintech firm, is seeking a highly skilled Senior QA Automation Engineer with a strong background in data engineering. This is a permanent position based in Dublin City Centre, offering an exciting opportunity to shape and expand the client's QA strategy and tooling.
Job Responsibilities
* Design, develop, and maintain robust automated test frameworks tailored to data-centric applications.
* Lead the development and evolution of the QA Automation strategy and tooling across the technology stack.
* Collaborate closely with software engineers, data engineers, and analysts to ensure high-quality deliverables.
* Integrate automated testing solutions into CI/CD pipelines to enhance test coverage and release confidence.
* Implement end-to-end testing practices, ensuring the reliability and performance of data-driven solutions.
* Evaluate and adopt new tools, technologies, and processes that enhance QA capabilities.
* Mentor junior QA team members and promote best practices within the team.
Experience Required
* Minimum of 7 years' experience in QA Automation, ideally in data-rich environments.
* Proven background in data engineering or hands-on experience with large-scale data systems.
* Strong knowledge of QA Automation frameworks such as Cucumber, Karate, or similar.
* Proficiency with scripting languages and automated test development.
* Experience working within Agile development methodologies.
* Familiarity with continuous integration tools and version control systems.
Desirable Skills
* Exposure to cloud-based data platforms or big data ecosystems.
* Experience in investment management or financial services is advantageous.
* Strong SQL and data querying skills.
* Familiarity with behaviour-driven development (BDD) practices.
* Experience with performance and load testing tools.
Educational Requirements
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
Working Hours & Benefits
* Permanent position based in Dublin City Centre.
* Hybrid working model: 4 days onsite and 1 day remote per week.
* Competitive salary and benefits package available to the successful candidate.
HOW TO APPLY:
If you are interested in this role, please apply for this role with your updated CV