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# Test Lead / Test Architect

- **Company:** Avensys Ltd
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** HTML, Java (Programming Language), Automation of Tests, Code Review, Continuous Integration, RAID, JSON, Systems Development Life Cycle, Test Execution Engine, Data Logging
- **Published:** August 6, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/x/42672774/

## About the Role

Automation Test Lead / Test Automation ArchitectRole Summary : We are seeking an experienced Automation Test Lead to lead the modernization, optimization, and governance of a mission-critical enterprise test automation framework supporting Real-Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) systems within a highly regulated banking environment.The successful candidate will drive automation architecture decisions, framework re-engineering, reporting modernization, CI/CD integration, observability enhancements, and structured knowledge transfer while working closely with Solution Architects, Product Owners, Development Teams, and Business Stakeholders.Experience Required12-15+ years total IT experience8+ years in Test Automation5+ years leading enterprise automation programmesStrong delivery experience in Banking, Payments, Financial Services or Capital MarketsKey ResponsibilitiesAutomation Strategy & LeadershipDefine and implement enterprise automation roadmapLead modernization of automation

## Description

frameworksDrive automation governance and quality standardsEstablish reusable automation architecture patternsDefine framework scalability standardsFramework ModernizationConsolidate duplicated automation utilitiesCreate reusable Java-based frameworksImplement feature-toggle execution architectureOptimize automation execution performanceDesign scalable test execution models supporting very large automation suitesTechnical LeadershipProvide technical guidance to SDETs and Automation EngineersConduct code reviews and architecture reviewsSupport troubleshooting and defect resolutionDrive continuous improvement initiativesReporting & ObservabilityImplement HTML and JSON reporting capabilitiesDevelop unified reporting dashboardsImprove automation observability and diagnosticsIntroduce structured logging and correlation IDsDelivery GovernanceManage risks, dependencies, milestones and RAID activitiesCommunicate delivery progress to governance forumsAlign delivery with Bank architecture
standardsEnsure adherence to SDLC processesKnowledge TransferCreate formal training plansDeliver workshops and coaching sessionsMaintain framework documentationUpskill internal BAU teams throughout the engagement


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