Security Requirement: Must be eligible for SC Clearance

• Overview:We are seeking an experienced Test Engineer to join a major data and technology programme. This role is ideal for a well-rounded tester with strong automation skills and proven experience defining and implementing testing strategies across the full software delivery lifecycle.You will work closely with delivery, engineering, and technical teams to ensure high-quality solutions are delivered through robust test planning, automation, execution, and continuous improvement practices.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement comprehensive test strategies and test plans.
• Design, build, and maintain automated test frameworks and scripts.
• Execute functional, integration, system, regression, and end-to-end testing activities.
• Collaborate with developers, architects, business analysts, and delivery teams to ensure quality is embedded throughout the development lifecycle.
• Identify, document, track, and retest defects through to resolution.
• Support CI/CD testing practices and quality assurance initiatives.
• Contribute to test process improvements, standards, and best practices.
• Produce clear test documentation, reports, and quality metrics.
• Ensure testing activities align with programme objectives, timelines, and quality standards.
• Required Skills & ExperienceStrong experience as a Test Engineer / QA Engineer within complex technology programmes.
• Proven experience developing and implementing test strategies.
• Hands-on experience with Playwright test automation.
• Strong experience using Selenium.
• Good programming and automation skills using Python.
• Experience performing end-to-end, integration, system, and regression testing.
• Strong understanding of software testing methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Experience working within Agile delivery environments.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Essential Eligibility RequirementsCandidates must be eligible for SC Clearance, including:Minimum 5 years' continuous UK residency.
• No absences from the UK exceeding 6 months during that period.
• Must be a British citizen, European national, or hold Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR).
• Ideal CandidateProven background as a hands-on automation and end-to-end tester.
• Experience driving quality across the entire testing lifecycle.
• Comfortable operating in fast-paced delivery environments.
• Able to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Available to start at short notice.