Principal Test Engineer

The Talent Locker Ltd.; Bournemouth; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Test Engineer with a passion for automation to join their friendly team. This role offers significant career progression and the chance to work with cutting-edge technologies in a hybrid working environment. You will be responsible for writing high-quality feature files and developing reusable automation frameworks, while also mentoring fellow Test Engineers. With a strong emphasis on training and development, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to elevate their career in a supportive and dynamic setting. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes enhanced pension contributions and delightful perks like free breakfasts and lunches on office days.

Benefits

Enhanced pension

Bonus

Free breakfasts

Free lunches

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in test automation using C# and related tools.
• ISEB/ISTQB certified with a strong grasp of automation methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Write high-quality feature files and maintain automation test frameworks.
• Mentor Test Engineers and improve testing standards.

Skills

C#

SpecFlow

Selenium

NUnit

Gherkin

SOLID principles

Page Object Model

BDD

TDD

GIT Flow

Education

ISEB/ISTQB Certification

Tools

JUnit

Job description

Principal Test Engineer - C# SpecFlow, Selenium (Hybrid Working)

Join an established team at a large, friendly organisation offering significant career progression, training, and a culture of development. If you have a background in test automation with skills in C#, SpecFlow, Selenium or NUnit, and are looking for a place to grow, this could be your next opportunity.

You will be part of the Test Automation Community, working within a product or scrum team to ensure testing standards are maintained. Your responsibilities include writing high-quality feature files, creating and maintaining reusable automation test frameworks, and building automated test artifacts. Candidates should be ISEB/ISTQB certified and experienced with automation tools and technologies such as SpecFlow, C#, Selenium, JUnit, and programming practices like Gherkin, SOLID, Page Object Model, BDD, TDD, and GIT Flow.

If you have extensive testing experience, enjoy automation, and are seeking the next step in your career, please apply. The company offers excellent training, development, and career progression opportunities. You will mentor and support Test Engineers, improve testing standards, and contribute to delivering new digital platforms and products.

Core tech skills required include Automation Testing in C# using SpecFlow, Selenium, and NUnit.

The role is ideally based in Bournemouth, London, or Stockport, with 1-2 days per week in the office. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including an enhanced pension, bonus, and perks such as free breakfasts and lunches on office days.