Software Developer in Test (SDET) - London - Contract

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertex Solutions is seeking a Software Developer in Test to join a high‑profile financial services project in Europe. You will blend Java development with test automation, ensuring robust, scalable digital banking solutions from a clean sheet design.

The role requires applying a developer mindset to testing, reviewing designs, and assessing risk using CI tools like Jenkins and TeamCity, with Selenium, Cucumber/Capybara, and Jira as core technologies.

Qualifications

• Strong developing background with testing experience.
• Familiar with CI tools such as Jenkins/TeamCity.
• Experience with test automation tools Selenium, Cucumber/Capybara.
• Proficient with Jira for issue tracking and management.

Responsibilities

• Review designs, analyze code and assess risk with a focus on testability.
• Apply automation techniques to develop robust test suites.
• Collaborate with developers to improve testability of new features.

Skills

Strong developing background

Testability

Automation

Tools

Jenkins

TeamCity

Selenium

Cucumber

Capybara

Jira

Job description

• Contract

Company Description

Vertex Solutions is a specialist technical recruitment company which works with some of the Europe's brightest and most innovative technology companies within Research, Development and Science. Since 1997, we have helped to build talented teams of Engineers (Software, Hardware and IT/Network Support) and scientific staff from graduate through to board levels. Our consultants have engineering backgrounds, which means we can approach both client and candidate needs from both a technical and market aware viewpoint. We also provide applicants with expert advice on CV presentation, interview techniques and salary package negotiations. We have an excellent reputation within markets such as Telecommunications, Semiconductor, Internet / E-Commerce, Digital TV/Video and Broadcasting, Image Processing, Graphics, Mobile Radio, Networking and Multimedia, and by dealing with the most technologically advanced organizations within these sectors. We are able to offer a more attractive range of opportunities. All discussion is fully confidential so please contact us if you have any questions or require further information.

Job Description

We’re Looking for Software Developer in Test for one of the most exciting Financial Service projects that we know of in Europe. We ideally need someone who is a hybrid between a Java developer and a test automation specialist.

You will get to be a massive part of the development of a brand new digital bank! Great opportunity to see something coming to life from a clean sheet design!

We need a specialist who can perform a developer role, with a focus on testability and automation. Applying a variety of techniques, and applying their unique experience, to review designs, analyze code and assess risk.

What you need?

• Strong Developing Background with testing experience.
• CI Tools: E.g. Jenkins/TeamCity
• Test Automation: Cucumber/Capybara/Selenium
• Jira