As the Lead Test Automation Engineer, you will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of our test automation strategy, mentoring team members, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality software products.
If you bring:
Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, or C#
Experience with test automation tools and frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Appium, JUnit, TestNG).
A good understanding of software development methodologies, including Agile and DevOps
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab)
Familiarity with test management systems and JIRA
Experience of REST API testing, strong SQL knowledge and integration testing techniques
ISEB / ISTOB Certification
Ideally 5 years of experience in test automation, with at least 2 years in a lead or senior role
And the following stacks up with what you want in your next role, then please get in touch:
Strategy and Leadership:
Develop and implement the overall test automation strategy and framework
Build and lead a team of test automation engineers, providing guidance and expertise
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate automated testing into the software development lifecycle
Evaluate and recommend tools and technologies to enhance the automation framework
Test Automation Development:
Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable, and high-quality test automation scripts
Ensure test coverage, reliability, and efficiency of automation tests
Continuously improve and expand the test automation suite to cover new features and functionalities
Identify and resolve issues related to test automation scripts and frameworks
Quality Assurance:
Work closely with QA, development, and product owners to understand requirements and translate them into test cases
Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members
Analyze test results, identify defects, and work with the development team to ensure timely resolution
Monitor and report on test automation progress and coverage metrics
Continuous Improvement:
Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices in test automation and software quality assurance
Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement changes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the team
About Us
Gigaclear is a leading alternative operator of rural full fibre broadband networks in the UK. Offering customers a truly world class product, we are developing our fibre-to-the-premises broadband (FTTP / FTTH) infrastructure to some of the most difficult to reach areas of the UK, empowering those communities with broadband to rival any city