Test Automation Engineer

Company: BT Group
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Location: London
Job Description:

Recruiter: Lloyd Hughes

Requisition Number: 58497

Closing Date: 3rd June 2026

You will be required to undergo DV (Developed Vetting) level Security Clearance (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels). An allowance of £5k per annum may be payable monthly while you hold this DV and continue to work in a role that requires that level of security clearance.

Job Overview

You will be joining a specialist security team that is a trusted partner to governments worldwide, protecting critical national infrastructure and committed to the safety and security of our nation and global communities. You will work on innovative, technologically challenging projects and have access to professional development opportunities.

Responsibilities

  • Be hands on in assurance of world class secure platforms, through the creation of high and low level test designs.
  • Use a multitude of automation techniques and technologies to improve the way in which we perform our deliveries.
  • Provide ongoing support for existing systems and maintaining compatibility against external developments.
  • Support delivery teams by providing assurance to ensure on time and high quality delivery.
  • Gathering information and presenting to stakeholders.
  • Provide technical coaching and mentoring to more junior team members.

Essential Skills / Experience

  • Knowledge and experience of writing automated test scripts and their execution, with associated test activities such as Defect Management, Test Case creation etc.
  • Knowledge of and experience with a variety of automation frameworks and tools, e.g. Robot Framework, Selenium, Postman and use of CI/CD tools such as Jenkins.
  • Experience with a dedicated Test Management tool such as HP ALM, TestRail, X-Ray etc.
  • Experience with different scripting languages, such as Powershell, Bash, Python or Java.
  • Knowledge of software methodologies such as Waterfall/V model, agile, lean, incremental.
  • Understanding of Databases and SQL e.g. MySql, Mongo, Postgres.
  • Broad understanding of networking fundamentals with particular focus on TCP/UDP and key application layer protocols such as TLS, HTTP and DNS.

Desirable Skills / Experience

  • Some knowledge of big data technologies and associated tool sets e.g. Elastic search, SIEM etc
  • Either qualified to degree level with some experience as a Technical Engineering professional, or significant experience of technical delivery.

Benefits

  • 10% on target annual bonus
  • Access to an online private GP 24/7 for you and your immediate family
  • Market‑leading paid carers leave with up to 2 weeks off
  • Equalised maternity, paternity, and adoption leave – 18 weeks’ full pay and 8 weeks’ half pay
  • Discounted EE and BT products, including mobile and broadband
  • Market leading Pension scheme – 5% from you and 10% from us
  • Holiday purchase scheme
  • You can select additional benefits, including healthcare, dental, gym memberships and more when you’re ready.

We will also offer reasonable adjustments for the selection process if required.

DON’T MEET EVERY SINGLE REQUIREMENT? We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where everyone can be their best. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, please apply anyway.

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Posted: May 22nd, 2026