Test Engineer (Automation)
Posted 5 days ago
- Leeds, West Yorkshire
- Contract
- £340 /Day
- Sponsored
- Expires In 23 days
Job Title: Test Engineer (Automation) – SC Cleared or Eligible
Contract Rate: £340 /day (Inside IR35)
Start Date: June 2025
Location: Hybrid – Leeds Hub / Remote (UK-Based)
Clearance: SC Cleared or Eligible (must have lived in the UK for 5+ years)
Overview:
We’re working with a high-profile client in the public sector who is looking for 4 experienced Test Engineers with a strong background in automation testing, particularly using Selenium, Java/Maven, Cypress, or Playwright. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a major digital transformation programme in a complex, fast-paced Agile environment.
Responsibilities:
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Design and implement automated test scripts using tools like Selenium (Java), Cypress, or Playwright.
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Perform API testing using tools like Postman or automated with Java Rest Assured.
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Execute automated test suites, log defects, and work closely with developers for resolution.
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Maintain and improve test reliability, CI/CD integration, and framework enhancements.
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Engage with cross-functional teams and participate in agile ceremonies.
Key Skills:
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Selenium, Java, Maven (Automation testing)
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API testing – manual (Postman/Insomnia) and automated (Java/Rest Assured)
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Cypress, Playwright (JavaScript frameworks)
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BDD/TDD (Cucumber, JUnit, TestNG)
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CI/CD tools: Jenkins, GitLab
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Docker knowledge
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Accessibility testing (WCAG standards)
Nice to Have:
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JMeter (Performance Testing)
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Accessibility testing using axe/wave/ARC
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Experience in government/public sector projects
Additional Info:
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Must be eligible for SC Clearance – residency in the UK for at least 5 years.
*
Interviews and technical assessments will be conducted.
*
Flexible working – remote with occasional on-site work in Leeds
Contract Rate: £340 /day (Inside IR35)
Start Date: June 2025
Location: Hybrid – Leeds Hub / Remote (UK-Based)
Clearance: SC Cleared or Eligible (must have lived in the UK for 5+ years)
Overview:
We’re working with a high-profile client in the public sector who is looking for 4 experienced Test Engineers with a strong background in automation testing, particularly using Selenium, Java/Maven, Cypress, or Playwright. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a major digital transformation programme in a complex, fast-paced Agile environment.
Responsibilities:
*
Design and implement automated test scripts using tools like Selenium (Java), Cypress, or Playwright.
*
Perform API testing using tools like Postman or automated with Java Rest Assured.
*
Execute automated test suites, log defects, and work closely with developers for resolution.
*
Maintain and improve test reliability, CI/CD integration, and framework enhancements.
*
Engage with cross-functional teams and participate in agile ceremonies.
Key Skills:
*
Selenium, Java, Maven (Automation testing)
*
API testing – manual (Postman/Insomnia) and automated (Java/Rest Assured)
*
Cypress, Playwright (JavaScript frameworks)
*
BDD/TDD (Cucumber, JUnit, TestNG)
*
CI/CD tools: Jenkins, GitLab
*
Docker knowledge
*
Accessibility testing (WCAG standards)
Nice to Have:
*
JMeter (Performance Testing)
*
Accessibility testing using axe/wave/ARC
*
Experience in government/public sector projects
Additional Info:
*
Must be eligible for SC Clearance – residency in the UK for at least 5 years.
*
Interviews and technical assessments will be conducted.
*
Flexible working – remote with occasional on-site work in Leeds