Developer

Design and develop scalable, high-quality web applications

Contribute to both front-end and back-end development

Write clean, maintainable, and well-structured code following best practices

Design, implement, and maintain end-to-end tests using Playwright

Work alongside feature development to ensure testability is built in from the start

Increase and maintain meaningful code coverage across applications

Identify areas of risk and improve test reliability and coverage gaps

Promote and apply TDD and automated testing principles

Ensure code is reliable, testable, and aligned with SOLID principles

Support improvements to testing frameworks, standards, and processes

Work closely with engineers, designers, and stakeholders to deliver features

Support and upskill the team in Playwright and automated testing techniques

Share best practices through pairing, reviews, and informal sessions

Contribute to building a quality-first engineering culture

Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines

Help improve test execution, reporting, and feedback loops

Use tools such as Git and Azure DevOps (or similar) to manage delivery

Strong experience with Playwright for end-to-end testing

Proven track record of improving test coverage and evolving automation frameworks

Solid software development background with:

JavaScript / TypeScript

Angular (or similar front-end frameworks)

REST APIs

C#, MVC, Python

SQL / T-SQL

Experience with unit testing, integration testing, and Test-Driven Development (TDD)

Strong understanding of test architecture and maintainable test design

Experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines

Experience with code versioning tools such as Git and Azure DevOps (or similar)

Knowledge of SOLID principles and common design patterns

Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, including messaging and deployment concepts

Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as AWS CDK, CloudFormation, or Terraform

Awareness of security and data protection best practices

We are a great team at HQ, you will work alongside some of the most passionate people about Watches and technology

We have a generous benefits scheme, including discounts and healthcare packages

The chance to join aboard a business that is taking strides to introduce our product globally

Sociable, friendly team!

Our aim is to provide you a transparent interview process from the moment you apply for the role. It’s important for us that you get to know us to ensure the role aligns to your future career objectives.

We provide all candidates with open-door access to key people across the business so they can discuss opportunities, get a feel for our culture, and better understand how they can make an impact and be part of Watchfinder’s exciting trajectory.

1st Stage: A ‘Let’s Chat’ conversation Initially, when your application is selected, you will receive an introduction call to explain the main points in terms of this position, and to have a chance to showcase your motivation.

2nd Stage: Interview with our Software Development Team Lead and QA Team Lead

Final Stage: Meet with Software Development Manager and HR Business Partner

Firstly, what makes Watchfinder a great place to work is the people! Whether that be within your immediate team or across other areas of the business, there really is a family feel across the whole company.

If personal growth and development is high on your priority list, then Watchfinder is the place for you. We’ve had numerous success stories throughout the business of our staff furthering and developing their careers, proving to be integral contributors to the company.