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Contract

Automation Engineer / Tester

Infosec
London
money-bag Negotiable
Posted: 26 October 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 24 November 2026
Ref: 225762338



Senior QA Automation Engineer



Long-Term Contract | London | Active DV Required

I''m working with a specialist organisation delivering cutting-edge solutions across the National Security and Defence sector, seeking an experienced Senior QA Automation Engineer to join a long-term programme based onsite in London.

This is an opportunity to work on highly secure, mission-critical systems alongside software engineers, test specialists and technical delivery teams.



What You''ll Be Doing

  • Design and develop automated test frameworks and scripts
  • Improve and maintain automated testing capability
  • Investigate defects and perform root cause analysis
  • Work closely with developers and test analysts
  • Drive testing best practice and automation standards
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
  • Support delivery of secure, high-assurance systems


Required Experience

  • Active DV Clearance (MOD DV accepted)
  • Proven Test Automation Engineering experience
  • Strong Python development skills
  • PowerShell scripting
  • C# and/or Java
  • Test framework development and maintenance
  • Automated functional and integration testing
  • ISTQB certification or relevant degree
  • Experience within secure, defence or government environments


What''s On Offer

  • Long-term contract engagement
  • Competitive day rate
  • High-profile National Security programme
  • Complex and technically challenging work
  • Long-term project stability
  • Opportunity to work alongside highly skilled engineers

Call Claire Thomas -
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