Software Developer in Test (SDET)
Posted 1 week ago by Consol Partners
£550 Per day
Outside
Hybrid
London, UK
Summary: The Software Developer in Test (SDET) role is focused on automation within a newly established Centre of Excellence in London, UK. The position requires strong experience in test automation using Java and aims to deliver high-quality digital solutions in the financial services sector. The ideal candidate will contribute to defining engineering standards and collaborate with various teams to ensure robust testing practices. This contract role offers a pathway to permanent employment with a hybrid working model.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and maintain robust automated test frameworks and test suites using Java.
- Collaborate with developers, DevOps, and QA teams to ensure high-quality, testable code and continuous delivery.
- Define and implement test strategies for functional, integration, regression, and performance testing.
- Contribute to the development of reusable testing assets and frameworks within the CoE.
- Ensure test coverage across APIs, UI, and Back End systems in complex enterprise environments.
- Participate in code reviews, architecture discussions, and sprint planning sessions.
- Advocate for test automation, quality engineering, and shift-left testing practices.
- Support the evolution of CoE testing standards and best practices across engagements.
Key Skills:
- Proven experience in test automation using Java in enterprise-grade applications.
- Strong knowledge of testing frameworks and tools such as JUnit, TestNG, Selenium, Cucumber, RestAssured, or similar.
- Experience testing RESTful APIs, microservices, and web-based applications.
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and integration of automated tests into DevOps workflows.
- Prior experience working in regulated environments such as banking, fintech, or insurance.
- Demonstrated experience contributing to or establishing a Centre of Excellence in a financial services context.
- Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and quality engineering principles.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills across multidisciplinary teams.
Salary (Rate): £550 per day
City: London
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: IT
Position: Software Developer in Test (SDET) - Centre of Excellence
?? Location: London, United Kingdom (Hybrid - Minimum 2 days onsite per week)
?? Start Date: Immediate
?? Engagement Type: Contract (with potential for permanent employment)
?? Industry: Financial Services/Technology Consulting
We are seeking a highly skilled and automation-focused Software Developer in Test (SDET) to join a newly established Centre of Excellence (CoE). This strategic team is responsible for delivering secure, scalable, and production-grade digital solutions while defining and upholding engineering standards across multiple client engagements.
The ideal candidate will have strong experience in test automation using Java, a deep understanding of modern testing frameworks and practices, and a proven track record of working within or helping to establish a Centre of Excellence in a financial services or banking environment.
Key Responsibilities- Design, develop, and maintain robust automated test frameworks and test suites using Java.
- Collaborate with developers, DevOps, and QA teams to ensure high-quality, testable code and continuous delivery.
- Define and implement test strategies for functional, integration, regression, and performance testing.
- Contribute to the development of reusable testing assets and frameworks within the CoE.
- Ensure test coverage across APIs, UI, and Back End systems in complex enterprise environments.
- Participate in code reviews, architecture discussions, and sprint planning sessions.
- Advocate for test automation, quality engineering, and shift-left testing practices.
- Support the evolution of CoE testing standards and best practices across engagements.
Required Skills and Experience
- Proven experience in test automation using Java in enterprise-grade applications.
- Strong knowledge of testing frameworks and tools such as JUnit, TestNG, Selenium, Cucumber, RestAssured, or similar.
- Experience testing RESTful APIs, microservices, and web-based applications.
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and integration of automated tests into DevOps workflows.
- Prior experience working in regulated environments such as banking, fintech, or insurance.
- Demonstrated experience contributing to or establishing a Centre of Excellence in a financial services context.
- Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and quality engineering principles.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills across multidisciplinary teams.
Desirable Attributes
- Experience with performance and load testing tools (eg, JMeter, Gatling).
- Familiarity with containerized environments (eg, Docker, Kubernetes).
- Exposure to test data management and service virtualization.
- Prior consulting experience or experience in client-facing roles.
Engagement Model
- Initial contract engagement with a clear Pathway to permanent employment.
- Hybrid working model: minimum two days onsite in London, with flexibility to travel to other UK client sites as required.
- This role forms part of a long-term strategic capability within a joint consulting and technology delivery partnership.
- The position is designed as a reusable, high-impact engineering asset and is not intended to be absorbed by the client.
What We Offer
- A high-impact role within a purpose-built Centre of Excellence.
- Opportunities to work on complex, high-value projects in the financial services sector.
- A collaborative, delivery-focused culture alongside top-tier engineering talent.
- Long-term career development within a respected and expanding consulting capability.
?? To express interest or learn more, please apply directly or reach out for a confidential conversation.
