Spencer Rose are looking for an experienced Senior Automation Test Engineer/Test Lead who can take end-to-end ownership of testing and help shape the overall quality and automation strategy for our Banking client located in Central London. Start: ASAP Location: City of London - 2 days a week onsite Rate: £ per INSIDE IR35 Duration: 6-12 month contract Key Responsibilities Take end-to-end ownership of testing activities, from test planning and strategy through execution, automation and reporting. Define and shape the overall test strategy, automation approach and quality processes. Design and build E2E test automation frameworks from scratch covering both functional and performance testing. Develop, maintain and enhance scalable automation solutions using Playwright. Drive automation across UI, API and end-to-end testing. Design and execute performance, load, stress and scalability testing to validate system performance. Integrate functional and performance automated tests into CI/CD pipelines. Lead and mentor QA/Test Engineers, providing technical guidance and helping improve automation capability across the team. Work closely with developers, Product Owners and other stakeholders to ensure quality throughout the delivery lifecycle. Identify testing risks, dependencies and coverage gaps early in the delivery process. Drive continuous improvement in testing standards, tools, frameworks and processes. Actively participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, refinement, stand-ups, reviews and retrospectives. Essential Skills
Senior Automation Test Engineer/Test Lead employer: Spencer Rose
At Spencer Rose, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, particularly for our Engineering Lead role in the vibrant city of Bristol. Our hybrid work model promotes a healthy work-life balance, while our commitment to innovation and excellence fosters a dynamic work culture that encourages professional growth and collaboration among talented teams. With a focus on mentorship and continuous improvement, we offer unique opportunities for career advancement within the banking sector, making us an attractive choice for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
