Average Automation Tester salary in the UK

About Us Pharmica is a market leader in providing healthcare to patients across the UK via our innovative website. We employ a range of healthcare professionals and technology experts. Our ethos is that by providing cutting-edge technology to automate and innovate we can deliver a safer, more affordable health care experience. Job Description: QA Tester (Automation & Manual) Do You Have a Passion for Quality? At Pharmica, we believe that exceptional software demands exceptional testing. As a market leader in innovative healthcare solutions, we are committed to delivering safe, reliable, and intuitive technology to our customers. Our dynamic team works on projects that transform the healthcare experience, and we’re looking for a QA Tester to join us on this journey. If you’re a detail-oriented problem-solver with a knack for uncovering bugs and optimising software quality, this is your chance to make an impact and grow your career. What You’ll Be Doing Automation Testing Develop, maintain, and execute automated test scripts using UI automation tools (preferably Selenium).Focus on programming in C# (preferred), though experience in Python, Java, or other languages is acceptableCollaborate with developers to integrate automated tests into the development process and CI/CD pipelines. Manual Testing Conduct thorough manual testing to validate software functionality and user experience.Write and execute detailed test cases and plans across various platforms.Identify, track, and document defects using our established bug tracking tools. What We’re Looking For We’re on the hunt for a proactive and curious individual with the following skills: Must-Have Skills: 2 years working with UI automation tools (preferably Selenium).Experience creating test plans and driving quality assurance as the sole QA engineer in an agile team.2 years of programming experience (C# preferred, but Python/Java/other languages are acceptable).Solid background in manual testing.Inquisitive mindset with a passion for staying informed about test automation best practices and trends.Experience with version control systems (Git). Preferred Skills: Basic SQL knowledge.Experience with BDD frameworks (preferably SpecFlow, Cucumber, etc.), with a strong preference for C# with Selenium, given the integration ease with our project.Familiarity with design patterns and best practices in C#. Bonus Points For: Exposure to CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, Azure, Jenkins, etc.).Experience with API testing tools like Postman, Insomnia, or curl.Exposure to performance testing tools. Who You Are? Independent and Proactive: You’re comfortable taking the lead and researching solutions independently when faced with new challenges. Detail-Oriented: No bug escapes your watchful eyes. Collaborative Team Player: You work well with others and value open communication. Eager to Learn: You’re constantly looking to expand your skill set and embrace new challenges. Organised & Efficient: You can juggle multiple priorities without missing deadlines. Why Join Pharmica? Competitive Salary: £30,000-£35,000 per year (based on experience). Vibrant Culture: Fun, friendly office with table football, a stocked drinks fridge, and regular socials. Amazing Location: Central London office (WC1), walking distance from Russell Square, Kings Cross, Chancery Lane, and more. Career Growth: Unmatched opportunities for development in a forward-thinking company. Benefits: Pension scheme and more. Your Next Step Are you ready to further your career in QA testing and join a company where your contributions truly matter? We’re excited to welcome a detail-driven QA Tester to our growing team at Pharmica. Apply today with your CV and a covering letter highlighting your testing experience and ambitions. Let’s build exceptional software together! Job Type: Full-time Pay: £30,000.00-£35,000.00 per year Benefits: Casual dressCompany pensionEmployee discountFree parkingOn-site parkingPrivate medical insuranceStore discount Schedule: Monday to Friday Ability to commute/relocate: London, WC1X 8HB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Work Location: In person

QA Automation Engineer £50,000 - £60,000 Fully Remote - Once a month in Watford As a QA Automation Engineer, you'll help build and maintain robust automated testing frameworks to ensure high-quality software delivery. You'll work closely with developers and testers to integrate testing into the development lifecycle, drive quality standards, and prevent defects early. Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain UI, API, performance, and accessibility automated tests using Playwright, Cypress, or Selenium. Collaborate with QA and engineering teams to ensure test strategies align with project goals and best practices. Analyse test results, identify bugs, and implement regression safeguards. Maintain QA documentation, support onboarding, and champion best practices. Participate in code reviews, innovation sprints, and QA stack improvements. Required Skills & Experience: Proven experience in building automation frameworks and test suites. Proficient in JavaScript/TypeScript and object-oriented programming. Familiar with BDD, testing pyramids, and cross-browser tools like BrowserStack or SauceLabs. Skilled with Postman, JMeter, and API testing. Experienced in CI/CD tools (e.g., GitHub, Azure DevOps) and DevOps practices. Strong communication skills for cross-team collaboration.

Automation Engineer Manchester £44,000 - £50,000 Basic + International Travel + Overtime (OTE £85k - £120k) + Progression + Training + Full Package + Immediate Start Want to earn over £100,000 while travelling the world? This is a rare and exciting opportunity for an automation engineer to earn over £100,000 while traveling the world and working with advanced food processing systems. Receive specialist training, gain global experience, and take your career to the next level with a respected industry leader. This rapidly growing company delivers top-tier automated food processing solutions. The successful Automation Engineer will play a key role in installation, commissioning, and servicing cutting-edge systems across the globe, while getting specialist OEM training and building your long-term career to eventually get involved with developing software. Your Automation Engineer Role Will Include: Travelling the world - across the globeInstallations, commissioning, servicing & IO testingExtensive training plan for 3-6 months Hands-on engineering work with high-end automation and processing equipmentOver time, contribute to continuous improvement and software development The Successful Automation Engineer Will Have: Experience as an Automation Engineer or similarStrong background in automation equipment - installation, commissioning, servicingConfident with software systems - Beckhoff experience is a big plusLive commutable to an international airport and happy to travel extensively Please apply to this advert and contact Georgia for immediate consideration on . Keywords: international service engineer, automation engineer, commissioning, installation, service, Beckhoff, food processing machinery, field service, Manchester, London, Rochdale, Oldham, Bolton, Stockport, birmingham This vacancy is being advertised by Future Engineering Recruitment Ltd. The services of Future Engineering Recruitment Ltd are that of an Employment Agency. Future Engineering Recruitment Ltd can only accept applications from candidates who have a valid legal permit or right to work in the United Kingdom. Potential candidates who do not have this right or permit, or are pending an application to obtain this right or permit should not apply as your details will not be processed. We will endeavour to respond to all applicants however due to the sheer volume of response, we can only guarantee that candidates who have been shortlisted will be contacted.