Test Automation Engineer
* Job Number: 554697
* Closing at: Sep 5 2025 - 23:55 BST
Base Location: Perth, Cardiff, Reading
Salary: £49,004 to £57,728 and a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | options available
The role
As a Test Automation Engineer you will foster quality and product delivery excellence by using proven testing practices. You will be working as part of a cross-functional delivery team enabling frequent product releases by orchestrating rapid, reliable testing activities.
You will
- Design and develop reusable automated test scripts.
- Act as a test automation subject matter expert, sharing knowledge and experience with other members of the team.
- Collaborate with analysis and development resources to ensure test automation requirements areincluded in project delivery
- Define data and environment requirements.
- Coordinate and report on test automation activities in your workstream.
You have
- A solid understanding of testing best practice and the development lifecycle with good experience of applying this knowledge in a testing capacity.
- Competency in the use of test automation tools and technologies.
- Software development skills and an understanding of software development best practices.
About SSE
SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're investing around £10 million a day in homegrown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future. Our investment will see us build the world's largest offshore wind farm and transform the grid to deliver greener electricity to millions.
Our IT division powers growth across all SSE business areas by making sure we have the systems, software and security needed to take the lead in a low carbon world. They provide expertise, advice and day-to-day support in emerging technologies, data and analytics, cyber security and more.
Flexible benefits to fit your life
Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.
Work with an equal opportunity employer
SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact / 01738 275 846 to discuss how we can support you.
We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.
Ready to apply?
Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.
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