Senior Software Automation Engineer

Engineering London, United Kingdom


Description

Senior Software Automation Engineer   
 
Summary of Role:    
We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Automation Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable strong practical expertise in Python, PyTest, PEP8, Playwright, Allure, Jenkins, Git, Docker and TCM like Zephyr or TestRail. As a Senior Software Automation Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring the quality of our enterprise software which delivers remote file access to offices and remote/hybrid workers across the world.  
 
Responsibilities:   
  • Create, maintain, and enhance test scripts using Python, PyTest, Selenium and Playwright that can continually assert the quality of the application based on product requirements.   
  • Develop and implement automation frameworks from scratch using Python, PyTest, Playwright tech stack to support continuous testing.  
  • Engage in code reviews with other team members' work to maintain consistency and code quality including PEP8 standards.  
  • Integration and reporting of automated tests with CI/CD pipelines (preferJenkins and GitHub Actions).  
  • Creating and maintaining clean and repeatable testing environments (we like to use Docker).  
  • Implement comprehensive test reporting to provide clear visibility of test results, hotspots, code coverage and flapping test cases (prefer Allure).   
  • Troubleshooting of test case and application issues to drive action and resolution.   
  • Timely reporting of risks/issues to the team in standups, program calls, and status emails.  
  • Produce and maintain documentation related to test design, implementation, and coverage.  
  • Collaborate with developers to ensure seamless integration and delivery of high-quality software.  
  • Collaborate with engineering and QA management to guide and steer roadmap.  
  • Collaborate with QA leads to develop and improve automation  and product quality.  
  • Engage with technical support to aid support of customers where required.  
  • Stay updated with the latest industry trends and best practices in test automation.  
  • Mentor and train junior QA staff.  
  • Strong leadership, system design, and analytical and problem-solving skills.  
Experience Required:   
  • Technologies:  
    • Python  
    • PyTest  
    • Selenium  
    • Jenkins  
    • Git version control  
    • TCM software (ie. Zephyr Scale or TestRail)   
    • Linux  
  • Demonstrable experience in working with well-established testing frameworks, as well as identifying and resolving gaps in test automation capabilities.   
  • Building test automation of single page applications and back-end APIs.  
  • Software automation test: open and closed system testing, functional, and system testing.  
  • Software testing best practices and methodologies.  
  • Demonstrable  knowledge of OOP, SOLID, KISS, DRY, YAGNI principles and design patterns.  
  • Experience performing code reviews and providing feedback to colleagues.   
  • Creating and managing CI/CD pipelines for automated testing.   
  • Explain complex technical issues clearly and concisely across business departments.  
  • Experience working in Agile teams.  
  • Use of JIRA or similar tools for SDLC tracking.  
  • Continuous adherence to code quality and standards (e.g. PEP8).  
Beneficial Experience:   
  • Network file systems like SMB and NFS.  
  • Prior experience testing and shipping enterprise applications.  
  • Prior experience working with enterprise file sync and share solutions.  
  • Prior experience working with desktop and mobile applications.   
  • Prior experience with creating and maintaining Docker container.  
  • Prior experience working with Playwright.   
 Qualifications:   
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.  
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in software test automation.  
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.  
  • English level: B2+  
About Nasuni  
Nasuni is the leading hybrid cloud storage solution that powers business growth with effortless scalability, built-in security, and fast edge performance using a unique cloud-native architecture. The Nasuni File Data Platform delivers operational excellence by consolidating NAS and backup, eliminating data silos, and making management easy and flexible without changes to apps or workflows. Its built-in security offers proactive defense and rapid recovery, lowering organization’s risk from the detrimental effects of ransomware attacks and other disasters. Synchronized access to file data everywhere ensures user productivity by supporting remote and hybrid work.   
 
Why work at Nasuni?  
As part of our commitment to your well-being, we are pleased to offer comprehensive benefits packages
to employees across the UK.  Benefits packages generally include:    
  • 25 days of PTO for full-time employees plus 10 holidays   
  • Incentive stock options   
  • Robust, company-paid private Medical and Dental benefit plans   
  • An Employee Assistance Program to help with life’s difficulties and stressors   
  • Substantial Death In Service and Income Protection (disability) insurance   
  • Pension Plan with company match with salary exchange option   
  • Generous employee referral bonuses   
  • Professional development resources   
  • “Nasuni Cares” volunteer opportunities  
  • Brand new, modern office space with great, public transit-accessible location in Paddington with lounge, bike storage, phone booths, café, rooftop terrace, lockers, kitchens and break-out spaces   
  • Great team culture and social activities   
  • Best in class employee onboarding and training   
  • Professional development resources  

To all recruitment agencies: Nasuni does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our job boards, Nasuni employees or any other company location. Nasuni is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
 
Nasuni is an equal opportunity employer. The equal employment opportunity policy at Nasuni protects employees and job applicants from discrimination on the bases of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, and training and career development programs.