QA Automation Engineer

Location: Croxley Park, Watford
Working Pattern: 4 days onsite, 1 day from home

What you’ll be doing

• Designing, building and maintaining automated test solutions to support high‑quality software delivery
• Executing and enhancing existing automation packs while contributing to future automation strategy
• Working closely with development and product teams to understand requirements and assess automation scope
• Creating automation test approaches, test data and supporting environmental requirements
• Identifying, managing and reporting defects, highlighting risks and release impacts
• Supporting continuous improvement across test processes, tools and frameworks
• Creating, maintaining and executing automation test packs using tools such as Playwright and TOSCA
• Analysing requirements and changes to assess automation scope and test approaches
• Working closely with development, product and wider IT teams to identify defects and improve quality
• Reporting on defect status, risks and release impacts within agreed timeframes
• Supporting and mentoring new or seconded members of the test team where required

What we need from you

• Educated to degree level in a computer science–related discipline, or equivalent industry experience
• Experience creating, maintaining and executing automated test packs
• Strong understanding of testing practices across Agile and Waterfall environments
• Knowledge of automation and scripting languages such as C#, .NET, Java or similar
• Experience using ALM tools such as Azure DevOps or Jira, including CI pipelines
• ISTQB / ISEB certification (or working towards)
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and the ability to communicate clearly and effectively
• A collaborative mindset with a results‑driven approach

What we can offer you

• Competitive salary and annual company bonus
• Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy additional days
• Staff Discount
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Exceptional Reward and Recognition events

About Howdens

Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier, providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery and hardware. With over 900 depots across the UK and Europe, we support more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. Last year our sales reached circa £2.3bn, and we continue to grow with an ambitious future ahead. We’re proud to be recognised as one of the Best Big Companies to Work For, offering a fast‑paced, commercial and supportive environment where people can build long‑term careers.

How to apply

We’re building a future driven by innovation, service and sustainability. If Howdens sounds like the place for you, we’d love to hear from you.

Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We’re committed to creating an inclusive environment and supporting candidates throughout the recruitment process.
If you require any adjustments, please contact recruitmentteam@howdens.com quoting the job title and location.

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