Senior Test Automation Engineer (Data)
Senior Test Automation Engineer (Data Platform)
Overview
We're looking for a Senior Test Automation Engineer to join a growing data-focused engineering capability, working within a newly formed agile squad. This is a senior individual contributor role, offering technical ownership and influence across engineering practices, without direct line management responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities- Design, develop, and maintain robust test automation solutions, primarily using Python
- Contribute to data pipeline and ETL testing strategies, ensuring high data quality and reliability
- Work within an agile squad, collaborating closely with engineers, analysts, and stakeholders
- Advocate for and implement non-functional testing (eg performance, scalability), promoting a shift-left approach
- Support and mentor junior engineers, providing technical guidance across squads
- Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, improving automation integration and delivery efficiency
- Engage with senior stakeholders, influencing technical decisions and best practices
- Assist in evolving Legacy automation frameworks toward modern solutions
Required Skills & Experience
- Strong Python engineering experience, specifically for test automation
- Solid background in Java development
- Experience working with CI/CD pipelines (Azure preferred)
- Hands-on experience with ETL processes and data workflows
- Cloud platform experience (Azure, GCP, or AWS)
- Proven experience in non-functional testing, including performance testing (eg JMeter or similar tools)
- Experience working in agile delivery environments
- Ability to mentor and support junior team members
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
Desirable Experience
- Experience with Azure or GCP (preferred over AWS)
- Exposure to data pipeline development
- Familiarity with Selenium (Legacy frameworks)
- Experience with BDD tools such as Cucumber
- Experience working with distributed teams (eg UK/India collaboration)
- Previous experience coaching or mentoring engineers
Reasonable Adjustments:
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