Senior Automation Test Engineer

Senior Automation Test Engineer - Agile Consultancy Location: Flexible UK-based (Remote or Office-based) Client Site Visits: Weekly travel to London required Clearance: Preference for candidates with existing high-level UK security clearance (You need to be a British Citizen who has lived here the last 5 years). Salary: Up to £70,000 Bens About the Role: A dynamic technical consultancy is seeking a Senior Automation Test Engineer to join a fast-paced agile delivery team working on live projects within the Central Government sector. This is a hands-on role focused on implementing continuous automated testing within a CI/CD lifecycle. You'll be part of a collaborative environment that values innovation, flexibility, and continuous learning. The team thrives on solving complex operational challenges with bespoke technical solutions. Key Responsibilities: Design and implement automated test frameworks across UI & API Perform manual and automated testing using open-source tools (e.g., Selenium, Java) Apply agile methodologies including TDD, BDD, ATDD Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and support exploratory testing Engage in non-functional testing (Security, Performance, Accessibility, OAT) Collaborate with QA teams to improve frameworks and processesIdeal Candidate: Strong experience in both manual and automation testing Proficient in Selenium and Java Comfortable working in agile environments and driving best practices Passionate about continuous improvement and emerging technologies Eligible for UK security clearance (British passport holder, UK resident for past 5 years)Culture & Benefits: Inclusive, team-led environment with a small-business feel Access to up to 5 days of external training annually Career coaching and innovation guilds Self-directed career progression Supportive of remote and flexible working arrangements Apply now to find out more. To find out more about Computer Futures please visit Computer Futures, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC(phone number removed) England and Wales

Location: Reading, Berkshire, GB

Posted Date: 9/12/2025