We are looking for a highly skilled QA Automation Tester experienced in designing, building, and executing automation frameworks across UI, API, and microservices-based applications. You will play a key role in ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of government digital services built to GOV.UK and DDAT standards., Automation & Framework Development
- Design, develop, and maintain robust automation frameworks for UI and API testing.
- Build automation frameworks from scratch using industry best practices.
- Develop automated test scripts using Java, JavaScript, Playwright, Selenium, Cypress, or RestAssured (BDD) .
- Create automated API test suites using Postman, RestAssured, or equivalent.
- Integrate automated test suites into CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI).
Test Planning & Execution
- Create and execute automation-focused test plans for GOV.UK digital services.
- Ensure comprehensive coverage across functional, regression, and integration scenarios.
- Support UAT and validate end-to-end user flows.
Defect Management & Quality Reporting
- Identify, log, and track defects using Azure DevOps or JIRA .
- Work closely with developers to reproduce, troubleshoot, and resolve issues.
- Produce clear, data-driven test reports and automation run summaries.
Agile Delivery & Collaboration
- Actively contribute to Agile ceremonies (Scrum/Kanban).
- Collaborate with developers, product managers, BAs, and other QA engineers.
- Define and refine test strategies with a strong focus on automation.
- Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior testers.
Compliance & Standards
- Ensure all testing aligns with GOV.UK Service Standard and DDAT frameworks.
- Validate security, accessibility, and performance considerations through automated and manual checks where required.
Qualifications
- 6+ years of experience as a QA Automation Tester or similar role.
- Strong proficiency in Java and JavaScript for automation development.
- Expert-level experience with automation tools/frameworks: Playwright, Selenium, Cypress (UI) , RestAssured (BDD), Postman (API)
- Experience designing automation frameworks from the ground up.
- Strong understanding of microservices architecture and contract/API testing.
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and version control (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Git).
- Familiarity with UI technologies (React, HTML, CSS, JavaScript) for test validation.
- Knowledge of SQL and experience testing relational databases.
Scrumconnect Consulting is a UK-based, award-winning digital consultancy delivering high-quality products and services for major public sector clients such as DWP, MOJ, NHS, and HMRC. With a team of 300+ consultants, we specialise in building secure, user-centred, scalable digital solutions that serve millions of citizens.
We foster a collaborative engineering culture, support continuous learning, and prioritise inclusivity. As a Level 1 Disability Confident employer, we ensure our recruitment and work environments are accessible and supportive to all.
Scrumconnect Consulting is committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and supportive workplace. As a Disability Confident Level 1 employer, we ensure fair recruitment practices and provide reasonable adjustments throughout the hiring process and employment.
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QA Automation Engineer employer: scrumconnect ltd
Scrumconnect Consulting is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its employees, offering a supportive work culture in Newcastle. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, as well as being a Disability Confident employer, we provide meaningful opportunities for career advancement and continuous learning, making it an ideal place for passionate individuals to thrive in their recruitment careers.
