Contract Automation Test Engineer - SC Cleared Location: Hybrid (Newcastle travel approx. 2 days per fortnight) daily rate: £500 per day inside IR35 Clearance: SC Clearance required Type: Contract To apply, email: Dominic.barbet@searchability.com The Role We're looking for an Automation Test Engineer to join a collaborative Agile team delivering modern, cloud-based solutions. You'll play a key role in ensuring software quality through effective test design, automation, and continuous improvement of testing practices. Key Responsibilities Design and execute manual and automated tests across the SDLC Work within Agile teams (sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives) Identify, document, and track defects Maintain and improve test scripts and frameworks Perform end-to-end, performance, and security testing Collaborate with developers and stakeholders to ensure quality delivery Skills & Experience Strong understanding of Agile and SDLC Experience with testing frameworks (e.g. JUnit, PyTest, Jest) Exposure to Java, TypeScript (React/Next.js), or Python End-to-end testing with Cypress CI/CD tools (GitHub, GitHub Actions) Familiarity with AWS, Kubernetes, Terraform Knowledge of performance and security testing (OWASP Top 10) What We're Looking For Detail-oriented and analytical mindset Proactive and eager to improve testing approaches Strong communication and teamwork skills Working Pattern Hybrid role with regular travel to Newcastle (approx. 2 days per fortnight, flexibility required). If you're a Test Engineer looking to work in a fast-paced, Agile environment, apply now.