Automation Test Engineer
Posted 2 weeks ago by Sanderson Government & Defence
£360 Per day
Inside
Hybrid
Manchester, UK
Summary: The Automation Test Engineer role involves developing and maintaining automated test frameworks while collaborating with developers and DevOps engineers to integrate testing early in the delivery lifecycle. The position requires expertise in automation testing and non-functional testing practices. The role is based in Leeds or Manchester, with a hybrid working arrangement of one day on-site per week. The contract duration is 12 months, and the pay is capped at £360 per day, classified as inside IR35.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain automated test frameworks and suites
- Work closely with developers, analysts, and DevOps engineers to embed testing early in the delivery lifecycle
- Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and continuous quality practices
- Perform non-functional testing, including performance, security, and accessibility
- Support ongoing improvements to testing processes, tooling, and standards
Key Skills:
- Strong hands-on experience in Java or JavaScript
- Proven background in automation testing
- Solid understanding of shift-left principles and working within CI/CD environments
- Knowledge of non-functional testing practices such as performance, security, and accessibility testing
Salary (Rate): £360 per day
City: Manchester
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Detailed Description From Employer:
Role: Automation Test Engineer
Location: Leeds or Manchester (1 day on-site per week)
Duration: 12 months
Pay: max £360 per day inside IR35
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain automated test frameworks and suites
Work closely with developers, analysts, and DevOps engineers to embed testing early in the delivery lifecycle
Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and continuous quality practices
Perform non-functional testing, including performance, security, and accessibility
Support ongoing improvements to testing processes, tooling, and standards
Skills & Experience Required
Strong hands-on experience in Java or JavaScript
Proven background in automation testing
Solid understanding of shift-left principles and working within CI/CD environments
Knowledge of non-functional testing practices such as performance, security, and accessibility testing
Reasonable Adjustments:
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