Automation Tester

For one of our international clients, RED Global is currently looking for an experienced Automation Tester. Please see details below: Role: Automation Tester Start: ASAP Duration: 12 months contract Location: Remote Details: The person, within a dedicated team of automation test developers, has to be able to analyse, design and develop test cases given an explanation of the application stream developed by dev team. Tests are designed using Cucumber and Gherkin, has to be written as a testbook first, then validated by the platform manager and then developed using the skill requested. The candidate must be independent in carrying out their tasks and, if necessary, must collaborate with a team. The goal is to develop the candidate within the team, thus preserving its operational continuity, as opposed to the entry of lower-level profiles at lower rates. Therefore, candidates who are unwilling to advance within the role should be avoided. Key Responsibilities Analyse application workflows and requirements to design detailed and effective automated test cases. Write test scenarios using Cucumber and Gherkin, first as testbooks, then validate them with the platform manager before automation development. Ensure smooth integration and execution of automated tests in Kubernetes-based environments. Collaborate with developers and QA engineers to identify test requirements, ensure comprehensive test coverage, and maintain high software quality. Contribute to continuous improvement of automation frameworks, testing processes, and best practices. Support test execution, debugging, and defect management throughout the software delivery lifecycle. Take ownership of assigned tasks and show initiative in identifying improvements or optimizations in test automation. Mandatory Skills Test Design – proven experience creating structured and maintainable test cases. Cypress – minimum 2 years of hands‑on experience developing and executing automation tests. Cucumber & Gherkin – strong knowledge and practical application in behaviour‑driven development (BDD). Node.js – minimum 3 years of experience in automation testing or development within Node.js environments. Kubernetes – minimum 3 years of experience managing and executing automated tests within containerized (K8s) environments. Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Information Technology Industries IT Services and IT Consulting If you are interested and available, please send your CV over for immediate consideration. #J-18808-Ljbffr