Software Testing & Automation Specialist London Hammersmith - Global Entertainment Brand 12-Month Contract Ready to engineer a testing legacy at the heart of this global brand's E-Commerce magic? We’re on the hunt for a Software Testing & Automation Specialist to join Digital, Development and Innovation team for a 12-month journey. This newly created role is your chance to shape the future of testing across their dynamic ecommerce platform — where core functionality meets ever-evolving promotional flair. If you thrive on transforming manual testing into sleek, scalable automation — and want to leave behind a framework that keeps delivering long after you’ve moved on — this is your moment. What You’ll Do • Audit and enhance manual testing workflows for the E-Commerce platform • Recommend and implement automation tools (Testim, BrowserStack, Selenium, Cypress) • Design and deploy a robust automation framework for functional and regression testing • Build reusable test cases and templates that scale with our product range • Train internal teams to confidently maintain and evolve the framework • Deliver clear reporting on coverage, outcomes, and defect trends What You’ll Own • A documented testing strategy aligned with business priorities • Seamless integration of automated testing into CI/CD and release cycles • A maintainable, cost-effective framework that lives beyond your contract • Measurable improvements in release quality, defect detection, and testing efficiency What You Bring • Proven experience in manual and automated software testing • Hands-on expertise with ecommerce platforms and automation tools • CI/CD know-how and a knack for integrating testing into release pipelines • Strong documentation and training skills for non-specialist audiences • Analytical mindset, technical fluency, and collaborative spirit Why Join Us? This isn’t just a contract — it’s a chance to leave your mark on one of the world’s most beloved brands. You’ll work alongside passionate digital product owners, shape best practices, and build something that lasts. If you’re ready to bridge the gap between manual testing and automated excellence — and want to do it with flair — we’d love to hear from you.