SDET

• Designing and implementing automated test frameworks for APIs, microservices and distributed systems
• Developing and maintaining test automation across cloud environments (Azure, AWS, GCP) and containerized platforms (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Supporting CI/CD pipeline integration and test execution in continuous delivery workflows
• Writing test code in languages such as Java, Python or C# (.NET / ASP.NET) to validate application functionality
• Collaborating with development teams to identify, document and validate defects
• Maintaining test data quality and supporting data pipeline validation
• Troubleshooting test failures and contributing to improvements in test coverage and reliability
• Supporting SAP environments (SAP S/4HANA, SAP ECC, SAP RISE) where applicable to the role
• Contributing to test strategy and quality assurance practices within the team

• Proven experience in test automation and software development engineering in test
• Strong proficiency in at least one programming language (Java, Python, C#, or equivalent)
• Hands-on experience with API and microservices testing
• Working knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and automated test execution
• Experience with SQL and relational databases
• Familiarity with distributed systems and cloud platforms (Azure, AWS or GCP)
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related discipline
• Right to work in the United Kingdom

Nice-to-have

• Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Knowledge of infrastructure-as-code tools (Terraform)
• Familiarity with SAP systems (S/4HANA, ECC or RISE)
• Experience with data quality validation and ETL testing
• Linux or Windows system administration skills
• Exposure to Spring Boot, Spring Framework or React
• Power BI or advanced Excel proficiency
• Certifications in QA, BPMN, UML or related methodologies

What roles of this type could offerMost roles of this type offer the following, dependent on the industry and seniority of the role:

• Opportunity to work with modern, scalable testing technologies and cloud-native platforms
• Scope to improve testing practices, automation frameworks and quality standards within delivery teams
• Exposure to diverse technology stacks and complex distributed system architecture
• Potential for continuous learning in emerging areas such as containerization, infrastructure automation and data quality
• Collaborative working environment with development and QA teams
• Potential progression toward senior test automation or test leadership roles, where supported by the role facts
• Flexibility and contract-based engagement

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