At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic QE automation team and deliver innovative testing solutions.
- Company: Join Accenture, a leader in tech consulting with a focus on quality engineering.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days of vacation, private medical insurance, and extra leave for charity work.
- Other info: Flexible role with opportunities for onsite client engagement and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by shaping quality practices and using cutting-edge GenAI tools.
- Qualifications: Experience in test automation and proficiency in OOP languages like JavaScript or Python.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Please Note: Any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory SC security clearance which requires 5 years continuous UK address history, typically including no periods of 30 consecutive days or more spent outside of the UK.
What You'll Do
- Lead, mentor, and manage a QE automation team day-to-day, enabling them to deliver independently
- Own client relationships – from discovery and strategy through to delivery and stakeholder reporting
- Conduct test automation analysis and deliver improvement roadmaps for clients
- Architect and build scalable test automation frameworks and scripts (JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, Java, or C#)
- Integrate test suites into CI/CD pipelines and cloud environments
- Leverage GenAI tools such as Playwright with MCP, GitHub Copilot, and Claude in day-to-day engineering
- Contribute to our internal QE community – share knowledge, shape standards, and help grow the practice
Flexibility and mobility are required to deliver this role as there will be requirements to spend time onsite with our clients and partners to enable delivery of the first-class services we are known for.
What We’re Looking For
- Experience in defining and implementing modern Quality Engineering practices including test automation.
- Experience leading or mentoring a Quality engineering automation team
- Proficiency in at least one OOP language: JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, Java, or C#
- Hands‑on experience with GenAI in a QE context (e.g. Playwright with MCP) and AI‑assisted coding tools (GitHub Copilot, Claude)
- Comfortable with CI/CD pipelines and cloud environments
- Strong client‑facing and communication skills – you can translate technical complexity for any audience
- A collaborative, egoless approach and a passion for improving quality, productivity, and software delivery
- Adaptable to change – as consultants we flex roles and stacks to get the best outcomes for our clients
What’s in it for you
At Accenture in addition to a competitive basic salary, you will also have an extensive benefits package which includes 25 days’ vacation per year, private medical insurance and 3 extra days leave per year for charitable work of your choice!
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Quality Engineering Specialist employer: Accenture
At Accenture, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration. As a Quality Engineering Specialist, you'll benefit from a competitive salary, 25 days of vacation, private medical insurance, and additional leave for charitable work, all while working in a diverse environment that values your unique contributions. With ample opportunities for professional growth and the chance to lead a talented team, you'll find meaningful and rewarding employment in a role that truly makes a difference.
