Software Developer in Test-SDET

Hogarth is the Global Content Production Company. Part of WPP, Hogarth partners with one in every two of the world’s top 100 brands including Coca-Cola, Ford, Rolex, Nestlé, Mondelez and Dyson. With a breadth of experience across an extensive range of sectors, Hogarth offers the unrivaled ability to deliver relevant, engaging, and measurable content across all channels and media - both established and emerging. The number of channels at our fingertips; the need for speed; and the drive for mass personalisation, all mean that brands need different solutions. Our global team of over 7,500 craft and technology experts brings together creative, production and innovation to help clients navigate this exciting and ever-changing world of today’s content experience.

WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities. Working at WPP means being part of a global network of more than 100,000 talented people dedicated to doing extraordinary work for our clients. We operate in over 100 countries, with corporate headquarters in New York, London and Singapore. WPP is a world leader in marketing services, with deep AI, data and technology capabilities, global presence and unrivalled creative talent. Our clients include many of the biggest companies and advertisers in the world, including approximately 300 of the Fortune Global 500. Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.

A Hybrid working model

Now offices are fully open, we have embraced a hybrid working model, which allows our employees to split their time between the office and other locations, something we hope will provide everyone much more flexibility to their working week. The expectation is that working life at Hogarth will involve working from the office for about 50% of the time for most people. Please speak to the Talent Acquisition team to find out more information.

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Role summary:

We are seeking an experienced Software Development engineer in Test to help pioneer the creation of large scale automation solutions. Primary responsibilities include developing tools, updating frameworks, executing and maintaining automation scripts, working with QA Leads to support projects, and interfacing with development teams. Hands-on experience with Content management, Digital asset management systems and scalable dynamic rendering engines is a great plus. You will be collaborating with a group of hard-working engineers to deliver test automation solutions.

Key responsibilities:

• Design and develop automation projects including, initial concept, design requirements, system architecture and test plans
• Work closely with the development team on the design and implementation of new features and libraries for automation frameworks
• Developing test automation for web and mobile applications (iOS and Android)
• Build test automation infrastructure and test libraries to automate testing end-to-end from deployment, test execution, and reporting test results
• Identify, design, and implement improvements to current architecture. This may include internal process improvements, automating manual processes, optimizing data delivery, reducing cost, re-designing infrastructure for greater reliability, etc.
• Build self-service tools, APIs, and scripts for continuous end-to-end test automation which will be used across multiple teams
• Drive increased test automation coverage and reporting in all areas
• Collaborate with the teams to identify efficiencies and process improvements at all levels and automate routine tasks
• Maintaining the current automation framework and automated test case repositories
  
  

Requirements:

• Solid understanding of Quality Assurance principals and methodologies
• 5+ years of hands-on software development using JavaScript, Node.js, Mocha, Jest, Selenium Web Driver and related technologies
• Proven track record of building automation frameworks for different levels of testing: unit, integration, end-to-end
• Advanced understanding of modern front-end frameworks such as Vue.js, React, Angular
• Strong understanding of CMS, Databases, Web Services, XML, HTML, CSS, and DOM elements
• Experience building automation for dynamic data-driven applications
• Experience with GitLab and continuous integration build system such as Jenkins
• Ability to analyze complex enterprise systems and multi tier applications
• Deal well with ambiguous/undefined problems
• Showing creativity and initiative to improve product test coverage and effectiveness
• Good attitude towards collaboration and problem solving
• Knowledge of industry standard test automation tools
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent experience
  
  

Shift Flexibility Requirement: The incumbent must be available and open to working flexible hours, with the potential for night shifts being required a few times per year during peak periods.

Compensation (Night Shift Allowance) NSA: The company will provide a night shift allowance on top of regular pay for any period worked during night shift per the terms of company policy. This provision is aimed at ensuring balanced work conditions and fair compensation.

Our Hogarth Values:

Hands on

No egos here. Just a shared drive to roll up our sleeves and make great things happen. Every project--big or small, gets our full energy because we believe in doing things right. Every single time. It's how we deliver real results without cutting corners.

Honesty

We are real and authentic – with each other and in our work. Honest, direct communication builds the trust we need to collaborate, grow, and make meaningful things together. It’s not always easy but it’s always worth it.

Heart & Soul

We bring heart to everything we make. Passion, pride and relentless drive push us beyond “good enough” ––because we care deeply about our craft, and we’re always chasing better. We love what we do, and it shows.

Happy Family

Creating a space where everyone feels valued--even when opinions differ, makes this a supportive and inclusive environment for our people. We embrace our differences, celebrate our wins together, and never lose our sense of humor.

Hungry

Curiosity keeps us hungry. We question, experiment, and always seek out what's next. We never settle, and we never stop learning.

Inclusion and Impact

WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

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