Test Automation Consultant at Bright Purple, Liverpool, £325-£350 per day

Senior Automation Engineer | Contract | Liverpool (Hybrid)

Bright Purple is working with a client to find two Senior Automation Engineers for a contract starting this month. It's a chance to join a collaborative delivery team where you'll have a real say in the quality and test automation approach.

Location: Liverpool, onsite Tuesday to Thursday

Rate: £325-£350 per day (Outside ir35)

Start date: 12 October 2026

Duration: 3 months initially, with a view to extend by a further 6 months

The role

You'll design, build and maintain test automation frameworks with Playwright and TypeScript. The work is hands-on, but you'll also be client-facing: you'll work closely with stakeholders, explain your approach and help raise the quality bar across the team.

What you'll be doing

• Designing, building and improving automated test suites using Playwright and TypeScript
• Building robust, scalable and maintainable automation frameworks
• Working with developers, BAs and product owners to make sure quality is built in from the start
• Fitting automated testing into CI/CD pipelines
• Sharing progress, risks and recommendations clearly with client stakeholders
• Mentoring and supporting other team members on automation best practice

What we're looking for

• Proven experience as a Senior Automation Engineer or in a similar role
• Strong hands-on skills in Playwright and TypeScript
• Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to work directly with clients
• A collaborative, proactive approach and a good fit with the client's people-focused culture
• Insurance sector experience would be a real advantage, but isn't essential

Why apply?

• An immediate start on a well-paid contract
• A good chance of extending to 9 months in total
• A hybrid setup, with Mondays and Fridays at home
• Real influence over the client's automation approach