Role Title: Test Architect Duration: contract to run until 31/12/2025 Location: Knutsford, hybrid2/3 days a week Rate: up to £506 p/d Umbrellainside IR35 Role purpose / summary We are seeking an experienced End to End Test Architect to lead the improvement of our test practices, with domain experience in payments, ISO & SEPA and focus on enhancing automation and simplifying our existing technology landscape. This role involves working with technologies such as Android, iOS, Spring-based APIs, and API gateways. The ideal candidate will address current challenges related to environment stability and unstable automated tests. Key Skills/ requirements Evaluate and improve existing test practices and frameworks. Enhance automation across various platforms, including Android, iOS, and Spring-based APIs. Simplify the technology landscape to ensure efficient and effective testing processes. Address and resolve issues related to environment stability and unstable automated tests. Collaborate with development and operations teams to integrate testing into the CI/CD pipeline. Develop and implement strategies for end-to-end testing, ensuring comprehensive coverage. Mentor and guide team members on best practices in test automation and architecture. Required Skills and Experience : Proven experience as a Test Architect or similar role. Payments domain experience required inc ISO & SEPA Strong expertise in test automation for Android and iOS platforms. In-depth knowledge of Spring-based APIs and API gateways. Experience with CI/CD tools and processes. Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues related to environment stability and test automation. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Strong communication and collaboration skills. Knowledge of test-first approaches and test pyramid optimization. Expertise in contract testing frameworks and mutation testing All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply! ADZN1_UKTJ