Test Engineer

Test Engineer Data Platforms (FTC-6months Hybrid | London or Manchester)

My client is looking for an experienced Test Engineer to take ownership of testing across modern data platforms. This is a hands-on role where you’ll design, implement, and execute test strategies for data pipelines, models, and reporting solutions built on Azure technologies.

Key Responsibilities
  • Define and own the overall testing strategy for data pipelines, data models, and BI solutions.
  • Develop and implement automated testing frameworks integrated with CI/CD pipelines.
  • Design and execute test cases across data ingestion, transformation, storage, and presentation layers.
  • Validate data accuracy, performance, and usability within Azure Databricks, Azure Data Factory, Azure Data Lake Storage, and Power BI.
  • Establish and monitor data quality checks, reconciliation, and compliance processes.
  • Collaborate closely with data engineers, BI developers, architects, and product owners to embed testing best practices across delivery.
Essential Skills & Experience
  • Proven experience as a Test Engineer within data engineering or analytics environments.
  • Strong knowledge of Azure data services – Databricks, ADF, ADLS, Power BI.
  • Proficiency in SQL and data profiling for test design and validation.
  • Hands-on experience with test automation frameworks such as Python/PySpark, Great Expectations, Pytest, or dbt tests.
  • Practical understanding of CI/CD integration (Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or similar).
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently as the lead testing specialist.
Desirable
  • Experience working within public sector or regulated data environments.
  • Knowledge of data performance testing and monitoring.
  • Familiarity with Agile, DevOps, TDD, and BDD practices.
  • ISTQB or equivalent certification.
Company
True North Group
Location
Manchester, Lancashire, England, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Contractor
Salary
Competitive salary
Posted
Company
True North Group
Location
Manchester, Lancashire, England, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Contractor
Salary
Competitive salary
Posted