DV-Cleared Test Automation Engineer (Security)

BT plc; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10% on target annual bonus

Private GP 24/7 for you and your unit

Market-leading Pension scheme

Holiday purchase scheme

Job summary

BT plc in London is seeking a Test Automation Engineer with DV clearance to join a specialist security team. You will design and execute automated test strategies across platforms, leveraging Robot Framework, Selenium and CI/CD pipelines to assure secure delivery.

You will mentor junior engineers, collaborate with stakeholders to capture requirements, and ensure timely, high-quality outcomes. A background in databases, networking basics, and multiple scripting languages will support complex

Qualifications

• Experience writing automated test scripts and related activities (defect mgmt, test case creation).
• Knowledge of automation frameworks and tools (Robot Framework, Selenium, Postman).
• Experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins) and test management tools (HP ALM, TestRail, X-Ray).
• Proficiency with scripting languages (PowerShell, Bash, Python, Java).
• Understanding of Waterfall/V-model, agile, lean methods.
• Working knowledge of databases and SQL (MySQL, Mongo, Postgres).
• Basic networking concepts, TLS/HTTP/DNS.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement high/low level test designs for secure platforms.
• Apply automation techniques to improve delivery quality and speed.
• Provide ongoing support and ensure system compatibility with external developments.
• Support delivery teams with assurance to ensure on-time, high-quality delivery.
• Gather information and present findings to stakeholders.
• Mentor junior team members and provide technical coaching.

Skills

Automation testing

CI/CD

Powershell

Python

SQL databases

Networking basics

Security clearance DV

Education

Degree level or significant experience in technical field

Tools

Robot Framework

Selenium

Postman

Jenkins

HP ALM

TestRail

X-Ray

Job description

BT plc in London is seeking a Test Automation Engineer with DV clearance to join a specialist security team. You will design and execute automated test strategies across platforms, leveraging Robot Framework, Selenium and CI/CD pipelines to assure secure delivery.

You will mentor junior engineers, collaborate with stakeholders to capture requirements, and ensure timely, high-quality outcomes. A background in databases, networking basics, and multiple scripting languages will support complex