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About the role
Test Engineer (Automation)
Location: Manchester (1 day per week on-site)
Employment Type: Permanent or 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract
Security Clearance: Must be eligible for BPSS clearance
Join Amber Labs and Help Build Digital Services That Matter
At Amber Labs, we're a people-first technology consultancy delivering innovative digital solutions across the UK public sector. We partner with government organisations to design, build and support secure, scalable services that improve the lives of millions of citizens.
Our success is built on our people. We foster a supportive, collaborative culture where everyone's ideas are valued, knowledge is shared, and continuous learning is encouraged. We're looking for like-minded individuals who enjoy solving complex technical challenges, take pride in delivering quality software, and thrive as part of a high-performing team.
The Opportunity
We're looking for an experienced Automation Test Engineer to join one of our delivery teams working on a high-profile Central Government programme.
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in ensuring quality is embedded throughout the software development lifecycle. You'll work closely with developers, Business Analysts and wider Agile teams to build robust automated testing solutions and help deliver secure, reliable digital services.
We're looking for someone with strong automation experience who is equally comfortable testing APIs and user interfaces, and who understands the importance of shifting quality earlier in the development process.
What You'll Be Doing
- Designing, developing and maintaining automated test solutions
- Creating and executing automated API and UI tests
- Embedding shift-left testing practices across Agile delivery teams
- Performing both functional and non-functional testing
What We're Looking For
We're keen to speak with Test Engineers who have experience with:
- Strong automation testing experience
- Java or JavaScript
- API testing
- UI automation testing
- Shift-left testing principles
- Non-functional testing (such as performance, security or accessibility)
- Agile delivery environments
- Excellent communication and collaborative working skills
Why Amber Labs?
At Amber Labs, you'll work alongside talented, supportive colleagues on projects that genuinely make a difference. We invest in our people, encourage continuous development, and create an environment where you can grow your career while delivering meaningful work.
Whether you're looking for the stability of a permanent position or the flexibility of a 12-month fixed-term contract, you'll be joining a consultancy that values collaboration, innovation and technical excellence.
Additional Information
- Manchester office attendance required one day per week
- Permanent or 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract
- Applicants must be eligible to obtain BPSS clearance
What We Offer
- 25 days annual leave plus public holidays.
- Private medical insurance with Bupa.
- Remote-first working with a base at Liverpool Street whenever you want it.
- Personal training budget to invest in your professional development.
- Perkbox access, offering hundreds of perks and discounts.
- EV scheme after one year of service.
- Regular team socials with colleagues who genuinely enjoy working together.
- Employer pension contributions.
- The opportunity to help shape the future of Amber Labs as we continue to grow.
If you're an Automation Test Engineer looking for your next challenge and want to work with a collaborative team delivering impactful digital services, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of Amber Labs.
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