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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Test Engineer - **Company:** UBDS Group - **Location:** Manchester, UK - **Salary:** £48,525.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Big Data, Cloud Computing, Code Review, Continuous Integration, Data Architecture, Data Validation, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Warehousing, Relational Databases, Python (Programming Language), Oracle (Applications), Cloud Services, SQL Databases, Software Testing Automation Framework, Data Streaming, Test Data, Cloud Platform System, SC Clearance, Pytest, Pyspark, Apache Kafka, Software Version Control, Data Pipelines - **Published:** August 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5822370242 ## About the Role UBDS Group is looking for a skilled Test Engineer with a focus on test automation and data validation to support data and cloud transformation programmes. This role is ideal for an engineer with experience in ETL testing, automation practices, and cloud-based data platforms., Essential * Experience in test automation for data and ETL processes * Understanding of data validation techniques and working with datasets * Proficiency in SQL and experience with relational databases (e.g. Oracle or similar) * Hands-on experience with Python and frameworks such as pytest * Exposure to BDD (Behave) and/or TDD approaches * Knowledge of ETL processes, data warehousing concepts, and tools such as PySpark (or similar) * Experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS and/or Azure * Familiarity with event-driven or data streaming technologies (e.g. Kafka) * Understanding of CI/CD pipelines, version control, and modern development practices * Experience contributing to test automation frameworks * Active SC clearance is required for this role, or candidates must be eligible to obtain it. Desirable * Experience working in government or regulated environments * Exposure to large-scale data transformation programmes * Awareness of aligning engineering work to organisational strategies * Knowledge of data architecture patterns and testing approaches Personal Attributes * Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills * Detail-oriented, with a focus on data quality and accuracy * Collaborative, with good communication skills * Comfortable working in agile delivery environments * Motivated to learn and contribute to continuous improvement ## Description * Design and implement automated tests for data pipelines, ETL processes, and cloud-based platforms * Perform data validation activities, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and integrity across datasets * Develop and maintain test automation using Python and pytest, with exposure to TDD and BDD (Behave) approaches * Create and manage test data to support ETL and data warehousing validation * Contribute to improving automation frameworks to enhance efficiency and reusability * Collaborate with engineering teams to support shift-left testing practices * Participate in peer reviews, code reviews, and CI/CD processes * Support cloud-based solutions, working with platforms such as AWS and Azure, and technologies like Kafka * Identify opportunities for reuse and standardisation within testing approaches * Help ensure testing aligns with client objectives and delivery goals * Contribute to knowledge sharing within teams to support ongoing capability development, At UBDS Group our mission is to support entrepreneurs who are setting new standards with technology solutions across cloud services, cybersecurity, data and AI, ensuring that every investment advances our commitment to innovation, making a difference, and creating impactful solutions for organisations and society. ## Related Videos - [PySpark - Combining Machine Learning & Big Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/44-pyspark-combining-machine-learning-big-data) - [Enjoying SQL data pipelines with dbt](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/823-enjoying-sql-data-pipelines-with-dbt) - [pytest: Simple, rapid and fun testing with Python](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/213-pytest-simple-rapid-and-fun-testing-with-python) - [Alibaba Big Data and Machine Learning Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/37-alibaba-big-data-and-machine-learning-technology) - [Empowering Retail Through Applied Machine Learning](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/976-empowering-retail-through-applied-machine-learning) - [Automagic Configuration in Python](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/363-automagic-configuration-in-python) ## Related Articles - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [Fullstack Developer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/251-fullstack-developer-salary-uk) - [Software Engineer Salary in The UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/231-software-engineer-salary-in-the-uk) - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london)