OverviewA government department client is looking for a Senior Test Engineer (Automation) to join them on a 12 month contract. This position will be in Leeds/hybrid.Job Summary: Our client is seeking Senior Test Engineers with extensive TypeScript and automation experience. Candidates must demonstrate leadership skills in driving change and have prior experience leading a team. Additionally, candidates should have non-functioning testing experience in either performance or accessibility; this role requires experience in at least one of these areas and is not a pure automation position.Skills RequiredExperience: several years of experience in software testing, with a focus on manual testing and test automation.TypeScript/Java: Proficient in TypeScript/Java, with the ability to write and maintain test automation scripts.Experience in Node.js frameworks such as Playwright or Cypress, or other Node.js automation frameworks in JavaScript.Cucumber: Solid experience with Cucumber and BDD (Behaviour-Driven Development) practices.Agile Methodologies: Proven experience working in Agile/Scrum environments, collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.CI/CD: Experience integrating performance tests into CI/CD pipelines, using tools like Jenkins, GitLab, or similar.Non-functional skills: A good working knowledge of non-functional areas such as performance, accessibility & security.Cloud skills & other tools: AWS, Grafana, Splunk.Database experience: Experience working with MongoDB is good but not essential.Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex testing/automation issues.Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical issues to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. #J-18808-Ljbffr