At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and maintain automation frameworks for a strategic trading platform.
- Company: Leading global investment bank with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible work arrangements, and a collaborative environment.
- Other info: 12-month rolling contract with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Join a high-performing team and tackle complex technical challenges in finance.
- Qualifications: Strong experience with Playwright and automation frameworks; financial markets knowledge is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 70000 £ per year.
I'm working with a leading global investment bank looking to hire an exceptional Playwright SDET to join their Front Office Derivatives Technology team. This isn't your typical automation role. You'll be embedded within a high-performing engineering team, working directly alongside developers on a strategic front end trading platform. The rate reflects the calibre of engineer they're looking for. 12-month rolling contract, 1 day per week in the London office.
What they're looking for:
- Strong commercial experience with Playwright
- Experience building and maintaining automation frameworks
- Previous experience working on trading applications within an investment bank or financial markets environment would be highly advantageous
- Strong understanding of modern front-end technologies
- Experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines
- Ability to work closely with developers on a complex front-end application
The opportunity:
You’ll be responsible for designing and maintaining automation frameworks, improving test coverage and helping deliver one of the bank’s strategic trading platforms. You’ll work in a collaborative engineering environment where quality is treated as a core part of software development, not an afterthought. This is a genuinely challenging role for someone who enjoys solving complex technical problems and wants to work on a business-critical trading platform. The successful contractor will be a strong engineer first and foremost, with testing as their specialism. If you’re an experienced Playwright SDET looking for a long-term Outside IR35 contract, send me a message or apply today.
Software Engineer in Test employer: CipherTek Recruitment
Join a leading global investment bank that prioritises innovation and collaboration within its Front Office Derivatives Technology team. As a Software Engineer in Test, you'll thrive in a dynamic work culture that values quality and technical excellence, while enjoying the benefits of a competitive contract rate and opportunities for professional growth in the heart of London. This role not only offers the chance to work on a strategic trading platform but also fosters an environment where your contributions directly impact the success of the organisation.
