Lead Software Test Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Lead Test Engineer to ensure quality in applications that shape the future of technology. In this pivotal role, you will tackle complex challenges, working on innovative projects that have a real-world impact. With a focus on both Test Automation and Infrastructure, you will design scalable testing frameworks and collaborate with diverse teams. This position offers flexible working options and a chance to contribute to critical defense solutions. Join a mission-driven team that values your expertise and fosters career growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Private Healthcare

Career Development Opportunities

Performance Bonuses

Flexible Working Options

Discounts

Pension Plans

Qualifications

• Experience as a QA/Test Engineer focusing on automated tooling.
• Familiarity with CICD, containerization, and cloud platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design & develop robust test frameworks using modern technologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Test Automation (Cypress, Selenium, Robot)

Test Infrastructure (Kubernetes, Docker)

CICD (Jenkins)

Cloud Platforms (AWS, Terraform, Ansible)

Agile Methodologies

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Tools

Cypress

Selenium

Robot Framework

Docker

Kubernetes

Jenkins

AWS

Terraform

Ansible

Job description

At Northrop Grumman UK, our mission is to solve the most complex challenges by shaping the technology and solutions of tomorrow. We call it Defining Possible.

This mindset goes beyond our customer solutions; it’s the foundation for your career development and the impact we have within the community. So, what’s your possible?

This is more than just a job; it’s a mission.

As a Lead Test Engineer, you play a pivotal role in ensuring the quality of the applications we create. You will be self-driven and organized and will have the chance to work on a variety of exciting projects with complex challenges within a unique space. You will be at the forefront of delivering core solutions that have real-world impact. Test is changing, and we understand that everyone has their strengths, so whether you lean more into core Test Automation and QA (Cypress, Selenium, Robot, etc.) or Test Infrastructure (Kubernetes, Docker, etc.), we would like to hear from you.

Our UK Defence business is a Sovereign software and systems centre of excellence. We develop and support UK-wide and internationally deployed multi-domain command and control systems. Our work is critical to the modern backbone of the Royal Navy. We pioneer with fierce curiosity, dedication, and innovation, seeking to solve the world’s most challenging problems.

“My purpose is to lead a team of engineers, rise to the challenges presented, push the boundaries, and define possible together.” – Chris Rayner, Engineering Authority at Northrop Grumman UK.

Responsibilities:

• Design & develop robust and scalable test frameworks using modern technologies and best practices.
• Get involved in the entire software development life cycle from requirements gathering to design, implementation, testing, and deployment.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including product, development, & UX.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers contributing to the overall team’s growth.

We offer flexible, hybrid, and remote working options, including an optional compressed work schedule with every other Friday off. Our benefits include private healthcare, career development opportunities, and performance bonuses. For a full list, speak to our recruitment team.

We are looking for:

• Experience as a QA/Test Engineer with a focus on automated tooling (Cypress, Selenium, Robot, Cucumber, Molecule, JMeter).
• Familiarity with CICD, containerization, deployment technologies, and cloud platforms (Jenkins, Kubernetes, Docker, AWS, Terraform, Ansible).
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills, ideally with some experience in agile methodologies.

Security clearance:

You must be British to obtain this clearance. You should already hold the highest level of UK Government security clearance or relevant clearance in line with the role. Our team can guide you through the process.

Why join us?

• A mission to believe in – Contributing to a more secure and connected world across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace, developing intelligence solutions, maritime navigation, and command systems for the UK and NATO.
• A place to belong and thrive – We value every voice, support diversity through Employee Resource Groups, sponsorships, and partnerships, fostering an inclusive community.
• Your career, your way – Shape your career with diverse roles, mentorship, and development opportunities. We offer flexibility, health benefits, discounts, pensions, and more.

Ready to apply?

Yes – Submit your application online. We will review and contact you.

Interested in more? – Reach out to our team for additional information.

Not the right fit? – Explore other opportunities with us, as our UK growth continues.

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Requisition ID: R10159265