 
        
        Data Senior QA Automation Engineer
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