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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Test Engineer - **Company:** Intelligent Resourcing Solutions Ltd - **Location:** London, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Agile Testing, Build Automation, Automation of Tests, Code Coverage, Software Quality, Code Review, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Apache JMeter, Junit, Selenium, Software Engineering, Software Testing Automation Framework, Testng, Workflow Management Systems, Performance Testing, Gatling, Git, Containerization, Kubernetes, Restful APIs, Cucumber (Software), Api Management, Docker, SDET, Jenkins - **Published:** August 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerboard.com/pt/en/find-jobs-in-United-Kingdom/-7196E2AF2D4811EE76/ ## About the Role * Proven experience as a Java Developer in Test or similar role. * Strong proficiency in Java programming language. * Experience with test automation frameworks such as Selenium, Cucumber, JUnit, TestNG, or similar. * Familiarity with continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines and tools like Jenkins, Git, or similar. * Solid understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies. * Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail., * Experience with performance testing and tools like JMeter or Gatling. * Knowledge of RESTful APIs and experience with API testing. * Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes. * Certification in software testing or related fields. ## Description We are looking for a skilled Software Development Engineer in Test to join our dynamic team and help ensure the quality and reliability of our software products. The successful candidate preferably should have SC/DV clearance or must be eligible and willing to go through SC/DV clearance. Responsibilities * Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using Java. * Collaborate with development and QA teams to understand application features and create robust test plans. * Execute automated tests and analyze results to identify issues and ensure software quality. * Develop and maintain test frameworks and tools to support automated testing. * Participate in code reviews and provide feedback to improve test coverage and code quality. * Identify, document, and track software defects and work with developers to resolve them. * Continuously improve testing processes and methodologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. * Stay updated with the latest industry trends and best practices in software testing and automation., * Champion QAT across several teams, providing technical leadership and guidance. * Build automation test solutions that help to assure the quality of our products, contribute towards their design, and look for way to improve the value automation adds. * Ensure that usability, accessibility, security, stability, and capacity are Embedded in the development of services. * Drive teams to take a risk based, context driven approach to agile testing assessing and understanding the risks to drive decisions. * Lead the adoptions of Continuous Integration/Delivery pipelines to run a full range of tests against our products and assure our builds. * Lead the traceability of testing, risks, defects, and report progress to appropriate stakeholders across several teams. * Be willing to challenge assumptions and current processes to help us improve. 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