Automation Test Engineer (Hybrid Birmingham)
Location: Birmingham City Centre (Office MonTues, Remote WedFri)
Start Date: ASAP

A forward-thinking software company is seeking a Test Engineer with 24 years experience to join an agile, cross-functional engineering team delivering high-quality enterprise solutions. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on test execution but is also willing to own and shape the testing approach at certain times.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and refine acceptance criteria and requirements to ensure testability
• Design and execute test plans, cases, and exploratory testing
• Develop and maintain automated tests (UI/API/performance)
• Validate data using SQL and assess the business value of features
• Log and manage defects, participate in Agile ceremonies, and improve QA processes
• Advocate for quality and contribute to test strategy and best practices

Key Skills & Experience:

• 24 years experience in software testing or quality engineering
• JavaScript/TypeScript scripting experience
• API testing (Postman, Bruno or similar)
• Test automation frameworks (Playwright, Cypress or similar)
• CI/CD pipelines (Azure Pipelines, Jenkins, etc.)
• Performance testing tools (e.g. JMeter)
• Git and Agile tooling (Azure Boards or similar)
• Ideally experience using AI tools in testing, development, or delivery workflows

Why Apply?

• Hybrid working with a Birmingham city centre office
• Opportunity to work with modern tech and AI-driven initiatives
• Supportive, collaborative engineering culture

Apply now to discuss this opportunity confidentially.

About Scrumconnect Consulting

Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens.

We are driven by user-centred design, agile delivery, and a commitment to building innovative digital services that truly matter.

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Performance Tester (Active SC Cleared) to deliver hands-on load and performance testing across large-scale digital services and Back End applications.

This is a technical, delivery-focused role operating in structured and governed environments where performance, resilience, and scalability are critical to service success. The successful candidate will have experience working with cloud-based distributed services and performance testing within AWS-hosted environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute load, stress, volume, soak, and scalability tests
• Analyse performance results, logs, and system metrics to identify bottlenecks
• Gather and validate performance Non-Functional Requirements (NFRs), volumetrics, and capacity assumptions
• Prepare and maintain performance test scripts and execution runbooks
• Execute performance tests in cloud-hosted (AWS) non-production environments
• Raise performance defects with clear technical evidence
• Support CI/CD integration for performance testing where required
• Contribute to test reports, defect triage, and test completion evidence
• Collaborate closely with developers, architects, platform, and operations teams

Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong experience in performance testing of enterprise-scale systems

• Hands-on delivery experience using tools such as:

  • JMeter
  • Gatling
  • LoadRunner
  • k6 (or equivalent)

• Solid understanding of:

  • APIs and HTTP protocols
  • Databases
  • Messaging systems
  • Caching mechanisms
  • Backend and distributed system performance characteristics

• Experience analysing logs and monitoring data

• Familiarity with Agile and hybrid delivery models

• Experience working in regulated or high-assurance environments

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe that diversity drives innovation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone is respected, valued, and supported. We actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, individuals from under-represented communities, and those seeking flexible working arrangements. As a Disability Confident Level 1 employer, we provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment to ensure equal opportunity for all.

Job Description About Scrumconnect Consulting

Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens. With a strong commitment to user-centred design and agile delivery, and more to deliver innovative digital services that matter.

Role Overview

We are looking for a Senior Performance Tester with Active SC to deliver hands-on load and performance testing across large-scale digital services and Back End applications, with experience of working with cloud-based distributed services.

This is a technical, delivery-focused role operating in structured and governed environments where performance, resilience, and scalability are critical to service success.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute load, stress, volume, soak, and scalability tests
• Analyse performance results, logs, and system metrics to identify bottlenecks
• Gather and Validate performance NFRs, volumetrics, and capacity assumptions
• Prepare and maintain performance test scripts and execution runbooks
• Execute tests in cloud-hosted (AWS) non-production environments
• Raise performance defects with clear technical evidence
• Support CI/CD integration for performance testing where required
• Contribute to test reports, defect triage, and test completion evidence
• Work closely with developers, architects, platform, and operations teams

Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong experience in performance testing of enterprise systems

• Hands-on delivery using tools such as JMeter, Gatling, LoadRunner, k6 (or equivalent)

• Solid understanding of:

  • APIs, HTTP, databases, messaging, caching
  • Backend and distributed system performance characteristics

• Experience analysing logs and monitoring data

• Familiarity with Agile and hybrid delivery models

• Experience working in regulated or high-assurance environments

Desirable

• Experience with APM tools (eg Dynatrace, AppDynamics, Elastic Search with Kibana/Grafana across digital services)
• Public-sector or large programme delivery experience
• Familiarity with GDS

Scope & Accountability

• Responsible for hands-on performance test design and execution
• Owns quality and accuracy of assigned test artefacts and results
• Contributes analysis and recommendations but does not hold final assurance authority
• Works under the direction of a Lead Performance Tester or Test Manager
• Accountable for timely delivery of agreed performance testing activities

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe that diversity drives innovation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone is respected, valued, and supported. We actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, individuals from under-represented communities, and those seeking flexible working arrangements.

As a Disability Confident Level 1 employer, we provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment to ensure equal opportunity for all.

Head of Engineering & AI

Location: Remote (with occasional travel to office or client sites)
Type: Permanent
Salary: £90,000 - £100,000

We’re looking for a Head of Engineering & AI to take ownership of our engineering, test automation, and AI-led product capability. This is a senior leadership role where you’ll shape strategy, lead high-performing engineering and QA teams, and drive the development of automation frameworks, products, and services used across multiple client environments.

What You’ll Be Doing

Leadership & Strategy

• Lead and mentor Product Managers, Developers, and QA Automation Engineers across client-facing and remote teams
• Set the technical direction for engineering, automation, and AI initiatives
• Act as the senior escalation point for automation, QA, and engineering delivery
• Define best practices, standards, and documentation for automation services

Automation & QA Excellence

• Own and evolve automation strategies, frameworks, and service offerings
• Ensure automation coverage across UI, API, performance, accessibility, compatibility, and security testing
• Design and maintain reusable templates (e.g. automation strategies, reports, frameworks)
• Support automation assessments, proof-of-concepts, and delivery engagements
• Champion best-in-class tooling and methodologies across CI/CD pipelines

Engineering Products & R&D

• Own and develop the engineering and automation product roadmap
• Lead continuous improvement through AI-driven testing and modern automation approaches
• Design and maintain demo and proof-of-concept environments

Business Development & Partnerships

• Support bids, proposals, pilots, and client demonstrations
• Build business cases highlighting the value of automation and AI
• Develop and manage strategic partnerships with tooling providers

Leadership & Delivery

• 5-7+ years leading QA automation engineers, developers, or engineering teams
• Experience managing distributed, onshore, and offshore teams
• Strong strategic thinking with the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions
• Proven experience building product roadmaps and automation strategies

Technical Experience

• Strong background in modern test automation frameworks and tools (e.g. Selenium, Playwright, Cypress, Appium, Postman, Rest Assured, JMeter, BrowserStack, Sauce Labs)
• Experience implementing automation within CI/CD pipelines
• Hands-on coding experience (Java, .NET, React or similar)
• Exposure to AI-driven testing and evaluation of AI solutions

Reasonable Adjustments:

Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.

If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Join Ten10 as a Lead Software Developer in Test Job Type: Permanent Working Model: Hybrid At Ten10 , we’re transforming how businesses deliver high-quality software, and were looking for a Lead Software Developer in Test (Lead SDET) to play a pivotal role in that transformation. If you’re a seasoned technologist with a deep understanding of software testing and automation and the leadership skills to mentor teams and guide clients through complex challenges, this is your opportunity to lead from the front. ?? Important: All applicants must be eligible for SC clearance. Not sure if you qualify? Check here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels#security-check-sc Why Ten10? Were one of the UKs leading independent consultancies in Quality Engineering, Software Testing, DevOps, and RPA trusted by major clients across finance, government, and enterprise. What sets us apart is our people, our passion for innovation, and our drive to deliver meaningful results. Heres why youll love being part of our team: Strategic Impact: Youll shape testing strategies and automation approaches across complex, high-profile client engagements. Career Progression: Grow your leadership skills with tailored development opportunities and support for certifications. Culture of Excellence: Work with talented peers who thrive on solving real-world problems with modern technologies. Work-Life Balance: Enjoy hybrid working and a flexible approach that supports your lifestyle. About the Role: This role designed is for individuals who want to own technical delivery , lead teams , and build lasting client relationships . As a Lead SDET , you will: Lead the design and implementation of robust, scalable automation solutions across multiple projects and clients. Mentor and coach a team of SDETs, fostering growth, upskilling, and driving best practices in testing and automation. Own the QA strategy on projects, setting the vision for test architecture, tooling, quality metrics, and delivery excellence. Engage directly with clients as a trusted advisor, understanding business needs and aligning our testing approach accordingly. Contribute to pre-sales and project scoping , helping shape engagements from inception through delivery. What Were Looking For: We understand leadership takes many forms. If you’re driven to inspire others, lead innovation, and take ownership of delivery, we’d love to hear from you. Essential Skills & Experience: Eligibility for SC clearance. Proven leadership in QA/testing roles, with experience guiding teams and managing delivery in Agile environments (SCRUM, Kanban). Strong programming skills in Java, C#, JavaScript/TypeScript, or similar. Deep expertise in test automation frameworks such as Selenium, Playwright, Cypress, or RestAssured . Experience with integration testing , test strategy , and test architecture at the project or program level. Familiarity with performance testing tools such as JMeter, Gatling, K6, or Neoload . Skilled in CI/CD pipeline integration (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps). Excellent stakeholder communication and ability to navigate complex client landscapes. Experience mentoring testers and fostering a culture of continuous learning and delivery excellence. Bonus Points For: Previous consultancy or professional services experience. Hands-on experience with additional programming languages like Python, Ruby, Scala, or PHP. Exposure to cloud platforms and infrastructure-as-code within test environment Whats in It for You? We reward leadership and initiative with a package that reflects your impact: 25 Days Annual Leave , increasing with tenure (+ buy/sell scheme). Matched Pension Contributions up to 5%. Subsidized Gym Memberships and Bike-to-Work Scheme . Season Ticket Loans for easier commuting. Flexible Hybrid Working arrangements. Regular Social Events from team socials to company-wide celebrations. Continuous Learning including tailored training programs and full support for certifications. Lets Lead the Future Together If you’re ready to step into a role where your voice is heard, your leadership is valued, and your expertise makes a difference, we want to hear from you. Apply today to become a Lead SDET at Ten10 and help shape the future of software quality engineering. TPBN1_UKTJ

Inverclyde area - hybrid

Up to 65k + benefits

Head Resourcing is delighted to be working with a transport operator as they look to hire an experienced Test Manager to lead and coordinate QA activities across their diverse and complex IT estate. Our client is the largest operator in their industry in the UK and offer vital transport links throughout the UK.

What you’ll be doing:

• Define and govern an end-to-end test strategy across applications, infrastructure, and data integrations, including quality gates and compliance standards.
• Lead and mentor client-side test teams, providing clear direction, oversight, and escalation management across projects and releases.
• Oversee all testing activities including planning, execution, defect management, reporting, test environments, and test data preparation.
• Drive continuous improvement through automation, quality metrics, and KPIs to improve coverage, cycle times, and release readiness.
• Collaborate with delivery partners, vendors, and stakeholders to align testing approaches and provide clear progress and risk reporting.

Skills you’ll bring:

• At least 3 years in a Test Management position
• Demonstrable experience managing testing across complex IT landscapes
• Strong knowledge of both functional and non-functional testing
• Familiarity with automated testing tools and frameworks (Selenium, JMeter, Postman) and CI/CD pipelines
• Comfortable working with test management and defect tracking tools (Jira, Zephyr, TestRail, ALM)
• Solid understand of Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid delivery mythologies
• Excellent stakeholder management skills

If this role sounds of interest, please apply for a confidential chat to find out more.

Location: Cambridge (CB25)
Duration: Permanent
Hours: 9am until 5:30pm (Monday to Friday)
Salary: Up to 70k per annum dependant on experience
Job Reference: 35814

We are looking for a Senior Test Engineer for our client based North Cambridge. You will play a key role in designing, executing, and maintaining test across both manual and automated test frameworks within the business.

This job involves some travelling so the successful applicant will have a full, clean driving licence and their own car. Travel expenses will be paid. This role may require Security Clearance in the future.

Responsibilities:
Writing and executing functional, regression, system, and performance testing
Testing of software solutions / applications to ensure that the developed products meet the requirements and are free of defects
Reading and understanding requirements documentation
Involvement in test planning, test execution, defect tracking, and reporting to stakeholders
Producing and maintaining appropriate documentation for tracking quality metrics
Developing and executing manual and automated test cases
Designing and maintaining test automation frameworks, tools, and scripts to improve efficiency and coverage
Collaborating with software, hardware, and system engineers to identify defects, reproduce issues, and drive resolutions
Ensuring test environments, test equipment, and infrastructure are maintained and available for testing
Mentoring junior test engineers and contribute to the growth of the test team

Requirements
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science, Electronics, Telecommunications, or a related field
3 years UK residency is required for security check
ISTQB certification (preferred but not mandatory)
A high level of communication skills and technical understanding
Solid experience in manual and automation testing, preferably in embedded systems, telecommunications, or mission-critical applications
Experience with manual testing methodologies for embedded software and hardware products
Familiarity with TETRA and LTE technologies is highly desirable
Strong knowledge of test automation tools (e.g., Python, Selenium, Robot Framework, Appium, or similar)
Knowledge of protocol testing, RF testing, and communication interfaces (e.g., TCP/IP, UDP, Serial, Bluetooth, etc.) is a plus
Strong experience in using Test Management tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail, Zephyr)
Hands-on experience with testing frameworks and tools (e.g., Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, Cypress, Postman, JMeter)
Understanding of APIs and backend testing
Knowledge of version control systems (e.g., Git)

Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below!