🚀 Own the Automation Strategy | Principal Automation Test Specialist

Are you a Playwright and C# automation expert looking for the opportunity to build something from the ground up? This is a rare chance to take ownership of a greenfield test automation function, shaping frameworks, standards and best practice across a modern Microsoft technology estate.

As the Principal Automation Test Specialist, you'll lead the development and evolution of a Playwright-based automation framework, driving quality across Dynamics 365, Power Platform applications and key business-critical integrations. Working closely with developers, business analysts and senior stakeholders, you'll play a pivotal role in embedding automation within CI/CD pipelines and influencing testing strategy across the organisation.

What you'll be doing:

  • Designing, building and maintaining automated test frameworks using Playwright and C#
  • Creating robust regression, smoke and end-to-end test suites
  • Integrating automation into Azure DevOps pipelines
  • Supporting quality throughout the SDLC within Agile delivery teams
  • Driving automation best practice, framework scalability and test reliability
  • Influencing testing strategy and helping shape a growing QA function

Essential Skills:

  • Strong hands-on experience with Playwright and C#/.NET
  • Proven ability to build and maintain automation frameworks
  • Experience integrating automated testing into Azure DevOps
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
  • Strong understanding of test automation principles and Agile delivery

Desirable:

  • Dynamics 365 and/or Power Platform testing experience
  • Financial Services experience
  • Knowledge of AI-driven automation testing approaches

Package:

  • Competitive salary + excellent benefits!
  • Hybrid working (3 days per week in Leeds)

This is an outstanding opportunity to make a genuine impact, take ownership of a greenfield automation capability and help define QA standards for the future.

Ready to build something from the ground up? Apply today or get in touch to find out more.

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