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Lead Automation Engineer - SC Cleared

Posted 1 day ago by Lorien

We're looking for a talented Test Automation Engineer to join our Digital Assurance & Productivity team within Technology. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering robust, scalable, and reliable technology solutions that support critical services and digital transformation initiatives.

Whether you're an experienced Test Automation Engineer or a software developer looking to transition into automation testing, this role offers the chance to build innovative testing solutions and make a meaningful impact.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Test Automation Engineer, you'll work closely with developers, analysts, and business stakeholders to ensure high-quality software delivery through effective test automation. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Designing, developing, and maintaining automated test frameworks and scripts
  • Integrating automated testing into CI/CD pipelines
  • Collaborating with Agile delivery teams to define and implement appropriate test coverage
  • Troubleshooting automation issues and driving continuous improvement
  • Contributing to automation strategy, tooling decisions, and best practices
  • Supporting the delivery of high-quality, reliable, and scalable technology solutions across the organisation

What We're Looking For

You'll bring a passion for quality engineering alongside experience in some or all of the following:

  • 8+ years of hands-on Test Automation experience
  • Experience building and maintaining automation frameworks
  • Strong experience with tools such as Karate, Eggplant Functional, SOAP UI and Postman
  • Proven ability to develop System, API, Security and UI test scripts
  • Strong understanding of software testing methodologies and best practices
  • Experience working with messaging technologies such as Kafka, IBM MQ and ACE
  • Knowledge of Scripting languages such as Python and JavaScript
  • Experience with application monitoring and scheduling tools
  • Understanding of security testing and vulnerability scanning tools including SonarQube, Fortify, Twistlock and Xray

Desirable: Experience in any of the following would be advantageous:

  • Middleware and messaging technologies such as Kafka, IBM MQ, or ACE
  • Software architecture technologies including XBRL and HTML
  • Banking, financial services, or regulated industry experience
Rate:
£550/day
Location:
London
IR35 Status:
Inside
Remote Status:
Hybrid
Industry:
IT
Seniority Level:
Senior

Take-Home Pay

£7,700 per month

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