Software Engineer In Test - Android

American Express; Burgess Hill; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salaries

Bonus incentives

Hybrid/onsite/virtual work options

Comprehensive medical coverage

Retirement benefits

Flexible working model

Job summary

American Express is seeking a Software Engineer in Test focused on Android automation to elevate the quality of Travel native mobile apps in the UK. You will champion automated testing, mentor Android engineers, and help embed quality-first practices across delivery teams.

Join a collaborative environment that values modern testing frameworks and shift-left quality, with a flexible hybrid/work model and opportunities to influence releases and test strategies across the Android platform.

Qualifications

• Experience automating tests for native Android apps using Jetpack Compose.
• Strong Kotlin programming skills.
• Understanding of Android architecture and lifecycle.
• Experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience collaborating in Agile delivery teams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to coach engineering teams on quality best practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated UI test frameworks and test suites for native Android applications using Jetpack Compose testing APIs and Kotlin.
• Champion mobile quality engineering practices across Android development teams.
• Partner with Android engineers to improve testability, automation coverage, and overall application quality.
• Coach and support engineers in writing reliable, maintainable automated tests.
• Establish and promote standards for UI automation, test architecture, and continuous testing.
• Collaborate with product owners, engineers, and release teams to embed quality throughout the delivery lifecycle.
• Analyse test failures, identify root causes, and drive improvements to reduce flaky tests.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipeline improvements to enable faster, more reliable automated tests.
• Advocate for shift-left testing approaches and modern quality engineering principles.
• Monitor and report on automation coverage, quality metrics, and release readiness.
• Support exploratory and risk-based testing activities where appropriate.

Skills

Kotlin

Android testing

CI/CD

Agile delivery

Stakeholder comms

Coaching engineers

Jetpack Compose testing

Tools

Jetpack Compose testing

Job description

Job Description

The Enterprise Technology Services organization partners with every part of the American Express business to power the company’s growth and innovation with trust and efficiency, and drive competitive differentiation with speed. We support the delivery and operations of technology, digital, and data capabilities, platforms, and services globally. Specifically, our team is responsible for the company’s technology engineering, architecture, and infrastructure, providing 24x7 support to ensure an uninterrupted, high-quality experience for customers and colleagues. We also provide product management for core enterprise platforms, and lead technology risk and information security, enterprise data governance and platforms, digital product and design, and enterprise AI platforms on behalf of the company.

We’re looking for a Software Engineer in Test specialising in Android automation to help elevate the quality of our American Express Travel native mobile applications. This role is ideal for an engineer who is passionate about modern testing practices, automation frameworks, and coaching development teams to build quality into every stage of delivery.

You’ll act as a quality champion within the Android engineering community — partnering closely with engineers, product teams, and delivery leads to improve automated test coverage, advocate for best practices, and drive confidence in our mobile releases.

Responsibilities

As a Software Engineer in Test, you will focus on building and evolving scalable UI automation solutions for native Android applications using Jetpack Compose testing frameworks and Kotlin. You will also play a key role in supporting and mentoring Android engineers in writing effective automated tests and embedding quality-first engineering practices across teams.

• Design, develop, and maintain automated UI test frameworks and test suites for native Android applications using Jetpack Compose testing APIs and Kotlin
• Champion mobile quality engineering practices across Android development teams
• Partner with Android engineers to improve testability, automation coverage, and overall application quality
• Coach and support engineers in writing reliable, maintainable, and effective automated tests
• Establish and promote standards for UI automation, test architecture, and continuous testing
• Collaborate with product owners, engineers, and release teams to ensure quality is embedded throughout the software delivery lifecycle
• Analyse test failures, identify root causes, and drive improvements to increase reliability and reduce flaky tests
• Contribute to CI/CD pipeline improvements to enable faster and more reliable automated test execution
• Advocate for shift-left testing approaches and modern quality engineering principles
• Monitor and report on automation coverage, quality metrics, and release readiness
• Support exploratory and risk-based testing activities where appropriate

Qualifications

• Experience developing automated tests for native Android applications using Jetpack Compose testing frameworks
• Strong programming experience with Kotlin
• Solid understanding of Android application architecture and the Android development lifecycle
• Experience testing modern Android UI implementations built with Jetpack Compose
• Experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines
• Knowledge of software testing methodologies, test design techniques, and quality engineering principles
• Experience collaborating closely with software engineers in Agile delivery teams
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to coach and influence engineering teams on quality best practices

Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the UK is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.

About Us

At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values and Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and colleagues. From delivering differentiated products to providing world-class customer service, we operate with a strong risk mindset, ensuring we continue to uphold our brand promise of trust, security, and service.

As part of Team Amex, you’ll experience our powerful backing with comprehensive support for your holistic well-being and many opportunities to learn new skills, develop as a leader, and grow your career. Here, your voice and ideas matter, your work makes an impact, and together, you will help us define the future of American Express.

About The Team

• Competitive base salaries
• Bonus incentives
• Support for financial-well-being and retirement
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits (depending on location)
• Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
• Generous paid parental leave policies (depending on your location)
• Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
• Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
• Career development and training opportunities

Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.