Automation Test Lead

We are looking for an Automation Test Lead to join a financial services client based in Sheffield. There will be a requirement to be in the office 2-3 days per week. The contract is also inside IR35.

We're looking for a hands-on Lead Automation Test Engineer to spearhead test automation across complex web, API and cloud-based projects. You'll own automation strategy, build robust frameworks, lead engineers, and jump into manual testing when needed.

Requirements:

5+ years of automation test expertise.

Strong Java/SQL skills, and experience with tools such as Selenium, WDIO/Cucumber, RestAssured, plus CI/CD integration via Jenkins or GitLab.

Experience in designing/executing test plans, creating scalable automation frameworks, defining performance test strategies, and ensure full traceability across Agile or Waterfall deliveries.

Experience with cloud environments (AWS/Azure/GCP), API testing, database comparisons, and tools like JIRA/Xephyr is essential.

Background in IAM, SailPoint, SCIM, REST, LDAP, OIDC, graph databases, or ServiceNow/AD integrations is a strong bonus.

If you're a proactive technical leader who drives quality, mentors others, improves processes, and thrives in fast-moving environments-this role is for you.

More details available on successful application.