Integration & Test Engineer

Mane Contract Services; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A tech-focused engineering firm in Gloucester is seeking an Integration & Test Engineer to enhance testing of complex systems in a hybrid-cloud environment. You'll leverage automated tests and CI/CD practices while collaborating in Agile teams. The role demands experience with DevSecOps and infrastructure automation tools like Terraform and Ansible. A supportive environment fosters your career development with flexible working arrangements and project challenges.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in test and integration engineering within Agile or Scrum environments.
• Strong understanding of both Windows and Linux systems along with DevSecOps principles.
• Experience with automated testing and CI/CD tools.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and execute software integration and test plans.
• Design and implement automated test frameworks and CI/CD pipelines.
• Use infrastructure automation tools for scalable deployments.

Skills

Integration testing

Infrastructure automation

Agile methodologies

Windows systems

Linux systems

DevSecOps principles

Cloud technologies

Containerization

Terraform

Ansible

CI/CD practices

Tools

GitLab

Jira

Confluence

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking talented Integration & Test Engineers with a strong background in Infrastructure Engineering to join our expanding team in Gloucester. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy integrating complex systems, testing advanced technologies, and ensuring the reliability and security of critical infrastructure.

You will play a key role in integrating, testing, and maintaining high-performance, secure systems across a range of platforms. The position offers opportunities to work with cutting-edge tools and technologies while developing your expertise in DevSecOps and infrastructure automation. Flexible working arrangements and professional development support are available to help you build a rewarding career.

This role requires DV Clearance, and candidates will need to go through security checks if they don't already hold this level.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and execute software integration and test plans to meet defined specifications.
• Design and implement automated test frameworks and CI/CD pipelines to improve delivery speed and consistency.
• Use infrastructure automation tools such as Terraform and Ansible to support scalable and efficient deployments.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues across full system stacks, focusing on performance and reliability.
• Integrate large-scale solutions across hybrid cloud environments.
• Work collaboratively within multi-disciplinary Agile teams using modern DevSecOps approaches.

Required Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in test and integration engineering within Agile or Scrum environments.
• Strong understanding of Windows and Linux systems and DevSecOps principles.
• Experience with automated testing, CI/CD tools (e.g., GitLab), and collaboration platforms such as Jira and Confluence.
• Working knowledge of cloud technologies and containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform or Ansible.
• Ability to analyze and report test results, identifying performance trends and anomalies.
• Experience in setting up and maintaining test environments, including Blue/Green deployment strategies.
• Relevant certifications such as ISTQB Foundation or Certified Agile Tester are advantageous.

Desired Skills

• Practical experience deploying and managing services in AWS (EC2, EKS, Lambda, IAM, S3).
• Experience automating integration tasks using the AWS SDK (Boto3).
• Understanding of hybrid-cloud deployments and use of CloudTrail for debugging and diagnostics.
• Experience developing and optimizing CI/CD pipelines for large-scale cloud environments.

Why Join Us

This is an exciting opportunity to work on innovative and technically challenging projects that make a real impact. You'll collaborate with experienced engineers from diverse backgrounds, gain hands-on experience with advanced infrastructure systems, and have the chance to develop your career in a supportive, forward-thinking environment.

If you're passionate about integration, testing, and infrastructure engineering, and ready to take your next step, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team.