Associate Test Engineer in Manchester

About Counter

Counter is a technology consultancy within the Northcoders Group. We partner with organisations to build high-performing engineering teams that combine experienced technical leadership with emerging and experienced talent, helping clients accelerate delivery while developing long-term engineering capability. Our teams are led by experienced Counter Tech Leads, who work closely with our clients to provide technical leadership, mentor engineers and embed best practices throughout each engagement. We build mixed-experience engineering teams, bringing together early-career, mid-level and experienced engineers to create collaborative, high-performing teams. This enables individuals to learn from one another, develop their skills and deliver meaningful outcomes together, while ensuring our clients benefit from the right blend of experience.

Your initial employment will be with Northcoders Group on a flexible fixed-term contract for the duration of the engagement. One of the things that makes Counter different from many consultancies is that, where there is mutual interest, individuals may have the opportunity to transition into a permanent role with the client at the end of the project, providing an additional pathway to build a long-term career.

Counter has an established partnership with Manchester Airport Group, supporting the organisation across a number of technology initiatives. As our relationship continues to grow, we're expanding our team to support the next phase of Manchester Airport Group's technology transformation. You'll join a dedicated Counter engineering team working alongside experienced technical professionals on a live client engagement. This is an opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects, collaborate with engineers across a range of experience levels and continue developing your technical and professional skills within a supportive consultancy environment.

About Manchester Airport Group

Manchester Airport Group (MAG) is the UK's largest airport group, operating Manchester, London Stansted and East Midlands Airports. With a clear ambition to become the world's most intelligent airport group, MAG is investing heavily in technology, innovation and digital transformation to create smarter, more connected experiences for both passengers and colleagues. As part of this journey, MAG is modernising the way it approaches software engineering, testing and quality assurance. The organisation is investing in automation, performance and security testing, AI-enabled quality engineering and modern delivery practices to improve the speed, quality and reliability of its technology platforms. Working on this programme, you'll contribute to large-scale, business-critical systems while helping to shape the future of engineering and quality practices within one of the UK's leading transport organisations. It's an exciting opportunity to work alongside experienced technical professionals, influence meaningful change and develop your career on projects with real impact.

What we are looking for:

• Enjoys problem solving
• Has the ability to work as part of a team
• Has a high level of self-motivation and a flexible approach
• Is willing to work hard to reach the required level
• Has strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Has strong process definition and documentation skills
• Has ability to manage multiple work streams
• Has collaboration skills
• Displays flexibility and willingness to work on different work streams

Technology Stack:

In addition, here are some of the technologies that you may encounter and upskill within whilst working in this role:

• Python
• Locust
• Selenium/Appium framework
• Playwright
• JavaScript/Typescript
• BitBucket
• Azure DevOps
• Atlassian (Jira)
• Snyk
• BrowserStack
• Cloud experience beneficial for the senior
• Understanding CI/CD

Further Information:

This role offers a flexible hybrid working arrangement. Candidates who live within a reasonable commuting distance of Manchester Airport are expected to work from the office approximately three days per week. For those based further afield (up to around a 1.5-hour commute), attendance of approximately once every two weeks may be considered. We'll discuss your location and commuting preferences as part of the recruitment process to ensure the arrangement works for both you and the team.

To be eligible for this role, you must have Permanent Right to Work in the UK, and be happy to have the following checks completed by either Northcoders or the Hiring Partner:

• Evidence of right to work
• Enhanced DBS check
• Five years of employment covering gaps with evidence

Please note: We are unable to sponsor Skilled Worker visas at this time. Applicants must have the existing, legal right to work in the UK, at least for the duration of the engagement. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.