Principal Automation Test Engineer — Hybrid & Frameworks

The Talent Locker Ltd.; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading talent management firm is seeking a Principal Automation Test Engineer in London. This senior role involves shaping automation strategy across multiple teams, designing frameworks in C# and Java, and influencing quality standards. You'll mentor engineers and work closely with stakeholders, all within a supportive culture that values flexibility. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £80k plus bonuses and strong benefits, ideal for a seasoned engineer ready for ownership and impact.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus

Strong pension contribution

Market-leading health insurance

Career progression investment

Supportive work culture

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on test automation experience in C# / Java & Selenium.
• API automation experience including design and validation.
• Understanding of automation framework engineering and maintainability.
• Experience leading or mentoring engineers.
• Confidence in fast-paced, multi-team environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead test automation across multiple teams and platforms.
• Design and maintain scalable automation frameworks.
• Drive testing standards and best practices.
• Mentor and coach engineers to enhance capability.
• Align quality with business outcomes through collaboration.

Skills

Test automation

C#

Java

Selenium

API Automation

Mentoring

Influencing testing direction

Agile environment

Job description

A leading talent management firm is seeking a Principal Automation Test Engineer in London. This senior role involves shaping automation strategy across multiple teams, designing frameworks in C# and Java, and influencing quality standards. You'll mentor engineers and work closely with stakeholders, all within a supportive culture that values flexibility. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £80k plus bonuses and strong benefits, ideal for a seasoned engineer ready for ownership and impact.