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Location: Newcastle upon Tyne Tyne and Wear Newcastle upon Tyne NE12 8BX
Salary: £45000 - £55000
Sector: Testing  
Type: Permanent
Posted: 03/03/2026
Automation QA Engineer Ronald James Group 2026-06-03

We’re working with a leading tech company in the North East who are looking for an Automation QA Engineer to play a key role in maintaining the quality and reliability of their cutting-edge platform.

This hybrid role requires 2 days a week in the Newcastle-upon-Tyne office.

What you’ll be doing:

  • Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using modern tools and frameworks
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and apply the right testing methodologies
  • Identify opportunities to enhance automation across the testing process, improving efficiency and coverage
  • Conduct thorough regression testing to ensure platform stability during new feature rollouts
  • Perform root cause analysis for test failures and work closely with developers to resolve issues quickly
  • Create and maintain test data, environments, and harnesses required for automated testing
  • Monitor, analyse, and report on test results to key stakeholders
  • Proactively contribute to improving testing processes and practices across the team
  • Keep up to date with the latest QA tools and best practices, sharing insights with the wider team

What they're looking for:

  • Strong proficiency in C#
  • Experience in automation testing, including functional and data validation
  • Ability to translate business requirements into comprehensive test cases
  • Experience working with APIs, databases, and version control systems (e.g. Git)
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a sharp eye for detail
  • Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach
  • Proactive mindset with the ability to take ownership of tasks and drive improvements

If you're interested, apply now, and a member of our team will be in touch!

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