SDET - Test Automation Specialist
SDET Lead - Test Automation - Government - 12 month contract - SC Clearance - Hybrid (3 days onsite)
I am working with a government client who is looking for an SDET Lead/Principal Test Automation Specialist to lead and embed an automation-first test strategy as you support a major move from monolithic systems to microservices. You'll combine hands-on test automation with technical leadership across multiple delivery teams.
Due to the nature of the programme, candidates with active SC clearance would be preferred.
Key responsibilities
- Define and evolve an automation-first test strategy that can scale across teams.
- Embed testing practices that support distributed microservices architectures.
- Provide technical leadership on test automation within a Java-based environment.
- Contribute directly to automation frameworks and wider testing solutions.
- Set testing standards and ways of working for cross-team delivery.
- Coach and guide engineers and SDETs to improve testability and automation coverage.
I am therefore keen to speak with candidates who have
- Hands-on experience as a Lead Test Engineer, Principal SDET or similar technical test leadership role
- Solid skills in Java, Selenium, Rest Assured, API, contract, and integration testing
- Proven background driving or supporting transformation from monolithic systems to distributed microservices architectures in Java.
- Strong track record in test automation and automation-first approaches.
- Experience defining or embedding test strategies across multiple teams.
- Ability to influence engineering practices and establish testing standards.
- Willingness to remain hands-on with automation frameworks and tooling.
Interested? Apply now for immediate consideration!