Senior Automation Engineer (h/f)

  • emagine
  • 26/06/2026
Contractor Information Technology Telecommunications

Job Description

Automation Engineer

London

£600pd - £650pd

emagine is a high-end professional services consultancy and solutions firm Specialising in providing business and technology services to the financial services sector, we power progress, solve challenges and deliver real results through tailored high-end consulting services and solutions.

We have created a culture of openness and integrity by building genuine and strong relationships and partnerships, enabling us to be uncompromising in our dedication in delivering the optimal service for our clients. Our commitment is not just towards our clients but we aim to foster a positive and equitable working environment with our consultants and colleagues which stems from our core values: Confident, Dedicated, Responsible, Genuine.

emagine consulting is seeking a Payments Business Analyst with experience in regulated financial services, ideally with exposure to Private Banking and Wealth Management environments.

We are seeking a Solution Architect with a strong background in technology and an emphasis on KYC processes to join a dynamic team focused on driving the digitalization of key client processes. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of client onboarding, product fulfillment, and client data maintenance, while leveraging modern technologies such as Generative AI, Machine Learning, Microservices, DevSecOps, and Cloud-based architectures. This role offers an opportunity to significantly impact the client experience and lead large-scale transformations across the organization.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Design and Develop Automated Tests: Create and maintain automated test scripts and frameworks to verify functionality, performance, and scalability of software.

  • Test Planning and Strategy: Collaborate with product managers and teams to develop comprehensive test plans and strategies.

  • Test Execution: Execute automated test scripts, analyze results, and report defects.

  • Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD): Integrate tests into CI/CD pipelines for reliable software releases.

  • Tool Evaluation and Implementation: Assess and implement automation tools to improve testing efficiency.

  • Code Review and Maintenance: Conduct reviews of test scripts for standards adherence.

  • Documentation: Maintain documentation for test scripts, frameworks, and processes.

  • Collaboration and Communication: Work with cross-functional teams to identify testing requirements and drive issue resolution.

Key Requirements:

  • Detailed understanding of Equity Derivative products (both Listed and OTC).

  • 8-10 years of practical experience in test automation development.

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

  • Strong understanding of software testing principles and methodologies.

  • Proficiency in programming languages (Python, JavaScript, Type Script, UI Path).

  • Experience with automation tools (Selenium, Playwright, etc.).

  • Experience in test automation of RESTFul and SOAP Services.

  • Familiarity with version control (eg, Git) and CI/CD pipelines.

  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Strong communication and collaboration skills.

  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, agile environment.

  • Attention to detail and good organizational skills.

Our people

The ideal consultants will share our values and be aligned with our ways of working and as your career progresses, you can expect to work across all areas of the project life cycle, from strategy to implementation. This will provide you with a broad base of experience from which to build an outstanding career.

The ideal consultants will share our values and be aligned with our ways of working and as your career progresses, you can expect to work across all areas of the project life cycle.

Interested?

At emagine, we are committed to building an international and diverse team by embracing our different backgrounds.

If you are up to the challenge and would like to find out more, get in touch with us immediately, our internal recruitment team is always keen to hear from dynamic individuals that are looking to further their career and explore their full potential.

emagine is an equal opportunity employer, and employment practices are based strictly on merit. It is the policy of the Company to give equal opportunity in employment regardless of sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, age, disability, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, religion or ethnic origin