Senior Python Automation Engineer (Contract)
Location: Sheffield, London, Edinburgh, or Leeds (Hybrid - 3 days onsite per week)
Contract Duration: 3 months
Experience Level: 7-8 years
Role OverviewWe are actively seeking a highly experienced Python Automation Expert to join a dynamic team in the Investment Banking sector. In this role, you will be responsible for designing and developing robust automation frameworks from scratch, ensuring high-quality software delivery across web, API, and Back End systems.
Key ResponsibilitiesFramework Development: Develop, maintain, and scale automation frameworks using Python (eg, PyTest).
Test Execution: Design, write, and execute automated test cases covering functional, regression, integration, and system testing.
Collaboration: Work closely with QA, developers, and product teams to analyze and understand complex business requirements.
Environment Management: Maintain test data, test environments, and CI/CD version control using Git.
Modern Engineering: Leverage AI coding tools (such as GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, or similar) to optimize coding and testing efficiency.
7 to 8 years of proven experience in automation testing.
Expertise in Python and developing automation frameworks.
Strong hands-on experience with Playwright and/or Selenium.
Must Have: Solid understanding and previous experience in the Investment Banking domain.
Nice to Have: Knowledge of Security Services.
Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.