Contract: Automated Test Engineer (SFIA 5)
Rate:£400/day |Outside IR35|Duration:12 months
Security Clearance:NPPV2 / NPPV3
We are seeking an experiencedAutomated Test Engineerto design and implement automated testing frameworks for complex systems. You will ensure both functional and non-functional requirements are met, working closely with stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions in a fully remote, agile environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and enhance automated testing across all stages of product, system, and service development.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements, acceptance criteria, and ensure robust test coverage.
- Implement automation-first strategies and best practices for repeatable, efficient testing.
- Identify and adopt tools, techniques, and processes to strengthen testing frameworks.
- Mentor and support less experienced test engineers.
- Contribute to agile delivery, including sprint planning, estimations, and backlog refinement.
Experience & Skills:
- Proven expertise in automated testing strategies for complex microservice systems.
- Strong programming and framework knowledge for building automated testing solutions.
- Experience testing backend systems, APIs, and implementing non-functional testing solutions.
- Ability to elicit requirements, assess risks, and influence testing strategy.
- Experience working in agile teams and promoting agile practices.
