- Design, develop, and deliver test solutions
- Oversee development, implementation, and maintenance of automated test scripts
- Verify usability, functionality, performance, and scalability of company and client applications
- Construct automation tools and expand framework functionality for unique team requirements
- Establish processes for automation and performance monitoring
- Contribute to Quality Engineering teams and clients in establishing automation and testing best practices
- Collaborate with teams to address automation challenges
- Coordinate efforts across teams to resolve performance test failures
- Support and develop team members
- Foster best practices and keep current with industry standards and advances
- Work directly with public- and private-sector clients with minimal supervision
Requirements
- Experienced Automation Test Engineer / SDET
- Testing background and confidence running client projects with minimal supervision
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
- In-depth understanding of QA processes and the software development life cycle
- Hands-on experience building test automation frameworks from scratch
- 3+ years of experience with scripting and programming languages such as JavaScript and Java
- Experience with API testing, ideally using RestAssured or SoapUI
- Experience implementing Contract Testing solutions
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipeline configuration
- Expertise establishing and executing testing tools, environments, and data across testing stages
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, including developers and QA team members
- Familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes for testing microservices in containerised environments
- Automated API testing with Java, such as RestAssured or SoapUI
- Experience with Contract Testing tools such as PACT
- Experience using Jira, Confluence, or similar collaborative tools in Agile/Scrum teams
- Working knowledge of CI/CD tools such as Jenkins or GitLab CI
- Understanding of microservices-based application testing
- Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure
- Understanding of accessibility testing
- Must have held Security Clearance in the past or hold active SC status
- Open to client-required travel, primarily to London
- Best suited to candidates within a commutable distance of London
Core Competencies
Demonstrates expertise in designing and developing automated test solutions, with hands‑on experience in building test automation frameworks and a strong understanding of QA processes and the software development life cycle. Proficient in collaborating with cross‑functional teams to address automation challenges and ensure high-quality deliverables.
Highest-signal resume keywords
- Automation Test Engineering
- Test Automation Framework Development
- API Testing with RestAssured or SoapUI
- CI/CD Pipeline Configuration
- Security Clearance
Hard Skills
- JavaScript
- Java
- Contract Testing
- Automated API Testing
- Microservices Testing
- Accessibility Testing
- Testing Tools and Environments
- Performance Monitoring
- Troubleshooting
- Quality Assurance Processes
Soft Skills
- Excellent Communication
- Collaboration Skills
- Analytical Skills
Certifications & Qualifications
- Active Security Clearance
Industry Keywords
- Quality Engineering
- Agile
- Scrum
- Client Projects
- Performance Testing
Tools & Technologies
- Jira
- Confluence
- Docker
- Kubernetes
- Jenkins
- GitLab CI
- AWS
- Azure
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Automation Engineer – Back End, Security Cleared employer: Jobtailor
As a Client Services Coordinator at our dynamic company, you will thrive in a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. We offer comprehensive training, opportunities for advancement, and a collaborative environment where your contributions are valued. Located in a vibrant area, our team enjoys a healthy work-life balance and the chance to engage with diverse clients, making every day rewarding and meaningful.
