> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2252217-defence-test-automation-engineer-career-growth](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2252217-defence-test-automation-engineer-career-growth). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Defence Test Automation Engineer - Career Growth - **Company:** IBM - **Location:** Hursley, UK - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Automation of Tests, DevOps, Selenium, Test Data, Cypress (Programming Language) - **Published:** August 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815260419-defence-test-automation-engineer--career-growth ## About the Role A global technology leader seeks a Quality Engineer in Hursley, UK. This role focuses on automating testing processes to ensure efficient software delivery. Candidates should possess strong knowledge in Java DevOps, experience writing test automation scripts, and familiarity with tools like Selenium and Cypress. Responsibilities include building automated tests, designing test data, and presenting testing outcomes. A Bachelor's degree is required along with the ability to work in the UK without visa sponsorship. #J-18808-Ljbffr ## Description A global technology leader seeks a Quality Engineer in Hursley, UK. This role focuses on automating testing processes to ensure efficient software delivery. Candidates should possess strong knowledge in Java DevOps, experience writing test automation scripts, and familiarity with tools like Selenium and Cypress. Responsibilities include building automated tests, designing test data, and presenting testing outcomes. A Bachelor's degree is required along with the ability to work in the UK without visa sponsorship. ## Related Videos - [Proactive monitoring and smoke testing in your production environment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/139-proactive-monitoring-and-smoke-testing-in-your-production-environment) - [Dirty Tests And How To Clean Them](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/515-dirty-tests-and-how-to-clean-them) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [How will artificial intelligence change the future of software testing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/85-how-will-artificial-intelligence-change-the-future-of-software-testing) - [How to add test automation to your project: The good, the bad, and the ugly](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1668-how-to-add-test-automation-to-your-project-the-good-the-bad-and-the-ugly) - [DevOps Maturity Check – a way to balance autonomy and alignment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/58-devops-maturity-check-a-way-to-balance-autonomy-and-alignment) ## Related Articles - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market)