Test Engineer

As a Test Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the quality, performance, and security of software systems through modern, automated testing approaches. You'll be part of a collaborative, cross-functional team, supporting shift-left principles and contributing to robust CI/CD pipelines across a secure and agile delivery environment.

You'll also bring experience testing within cloud-based environments, ideally with hands-on exposure to Microsoft Azure, enabling you to work effectively in modern DevOps and cloud-native ecosystems., * Design, implement and maintain automated test frameworks across frontend, backend, and API layers

• Collaborate with developers and DevOps engineers to ensure early and continuous testing within CI/CD pipelines
• Conduct a range of testing types, including functional, performance, security, and accessibility testing
• Analyse test results, identify root causes, and provide clear feedback to teams for resolution
• Ensure test environments are maintained and reflective of production settings
• Advocate for and implement shift-left and test-first practices
• Collaborate with developers working in Java and JavaScript to ensure test coverage and code quality
• Contribute to defining and evolving quality assurance standards and practices across the team
• Ensure testing processes meet compliance and governance standards relevant to public sector environments

• BPSS clearance eligibility is essential - applicants must be eligible (we cannot sponsor)
• Proven experience as a Test Engineer or QA in agile delivery environments
• Strong automation testing experience (not just manual testing)
• Experience working with development teams using Java or JavaScript
• Familiarity with integrating test automation into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitLab CI, Jenkins, GitHub Actions)
• Experience with non-functional testing, including: Performance testing (e.g., JMeter, Gatling), Security testing (e.g., OWASP ZAP, Checkmarx), Accessibility testing (e.g., Axe, WAVE, Pa11y)
• Understanding of shift-left testing practices and modern DevOps/Agile methodologies
• Experience testing in cloud-based environments, ideally Azure
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively across teams

• Be part of a fast-growing consultancy where innovation and personal development are key priorities
• Private Medical Insurance (Aviva)
• Company Pension Plan (Nest)
• 25 days annual leave + UK bank holidays
• Access to Perkbox - global employee rewards and wellness platform
• Generous employee referral scheme
• Collaborative, inclusive work environment that encourages experimentation and bold ideas
• Choose your preferred device - Mac or PC

Diversity & Inclusion at Amber Labs

At Amber Labs, we believe diversity drives innovation and creativity. We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels welcomed and valued.

We:

• Embrace a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives
• Actively promote equality and inclusion across all levels of the company
• Create a respectful workplace free from discrimination, bullying, and harassment