Senior Data Test Engineer — Automation & QA Leader

Manchester Digital; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A major national organization is seeking a Senior Data Test Engineer to lead testing activities and provide technical leadership. The ideal candidate will oversee all testing activities, ensuring quality and best practices, while engaging in continuous improvement and mentoring within the team. This role may require travel to various digital hubs and is located in Newcastle upon Tyne starting from September 2025. Apply now if you are ready to take on this challenge.

Qualifications

• Experience in defining testing strategies.
• Proven ability in leading test teams and activities.
• Strong understanding of Agile and Waterfall methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of testing activities.
• Define approach for test infrastructure and improve processes.
• Monitor performance of the test suite and drive improvements.
• Develop test approaches and reporting mechanisms.
• Support professional development of team members.

Skills

Leadership

Agile methodologies

Test strategy development

Continuous integration

Collaboration

Tools

SAS Viya

SAS 9.4

Job description

A major national organization is seeking a Senior Data Test Engineer to lead testing activities and provide technical leadership. The ideal candidate will oversee all testing activities, ensuring quality and best practices, while engaging in continuous improvement and mentoring within the team. This role may require travel to various digital hubs and is located in Newcastle upon Tyne starting from September 2025. Apply now if you are ready to take on this challenge.