Lead Automation Test Architect

• Create an overall testing strategy focused on Automation First
• Plan, develop, execute, maintain, and improve Automated Test Framework and Test Scripts for Web and Graph Database applications
• Manage Jenkins pipeline for running automated tests and generating reports
• Lead, mentor, and manage engineering team members
• Develop and execute test plans, test cases, test data, and test scenarios based on requirements and specifications
• Generate test data and accurately report testing-related defects and issues
• Attend triage meetings and verify bug fixes
• Identify process and application issues and provide suggestions for improvement
• Communicate progress regularly to senior stakeholders and programme leads
• Generate regulatory evidence as needed and ensure FR / NFR traceability
• Identify and collate test entry and exit criteria
• Review test cases for coverage and traceability to requirements/design
• Liaise with business areas and technical leads regarding scenario definitions
• Analyze design documents for testability
• Establish automation testing standards, best practices, and governance frameworks across the organization

Technologies:

• API
• AWS
• Azure
• CI/CD
• Cloud
• ETL
• GCP
• Graph Database
• IAM
• IdentityIQ
• JIRA
• Java
• Jenkins
• JMeter
• LDAP
• Neo4J
• Playwright
• Python
• REST
• RBAC
• Scala
• TypeScript
• Web
• Architect
• DevOps
• GitLab
• GitOps
• Postman
• ServiceNow

• Extensive experience within Identity and Access Management
• At least 5 years in a lead automation role with strong coding experience (Java, Playwright, Python, Typescript, Cypher, Scala)
• Deep IAM domain knowledge
• Experience with Policy as code and testing functions and decision points
• Proficiency in Graph and event-driven validation
• Automation-first test experience and layered test architecture
• Risk-based test prioritization expertise
• Familiarity with RBAC / ABAC / ReBAC / PBAC models
• Experience with OPA / Rego policy testing and policy explainability validation
• Skills in REST API automation, API Gateway testing, and Batch ETL testing
• Experience with consumer-driven contract testing, idempotency testing, and replay/reprocessing testing
• Knowledge of Graph data validation (Neo4j) and containerized test execution
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for stakeholder engagement at all levels
• Experience with a range of automation tools and test tool selection
• Capable of creating an overall test strategy defining approach, environment, scope, risks, and resources
• Familiarity with Agile methodology for delivery
• Understanding of cloud testing approaches, especially GCP, AWS, Azure, and others
• Knowledge of load and stress testing tools such as JMeter, Gatling, or similar
• Experience with testing graph database management systems (GDBMS) and Neo4j Basics
• Extensive experience using JIRA and Xephyr tools
• Proficient in executing defined test plans, coordination, tracking, and reporting
• Positive team player within the overall test team
• Exposure to SailPoint IdentityIQ and protocols for data ingestion (SCIM, REST API, LDAP, OIDC)
• Proven team leadership and management abilities
• Experience integrating automation tests into CI/CD pipelines and implementing shift-left testing practices
• Familiarity with Pub Sub and MQ

We are redefining Identity and Access Management (IAM) on a global scale through a transformational programme that bridges modern technology with complex banking environments. As part of our IAM Transformation program-forecasted for over 5 years-significant changes will be designed, planned, and implemented globally. We offer a hybrid remote working model based in Sheffield, fostering a collaborative environment where innovation thrives. Join our dedicated team and contribute to shaping the future of IAM.