Test Analyst (MOD SC)

CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology consulting firm is seeking an experienced Senior QA Engineer for a 12-week contract in Abbeywood, Bristol. The role involves developing testing strategies, designing automation frameworks, and executing automated test scripts. Ideal candidates will have strong experience in test automation with tools like Selenium and a background in agile environments. This is an exciting opportunity in a MOD project focused on AI.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in test automation for web and API-based applications.
• Strong knowledge of Selenium and test automation frameworks.
• Familiarity with software testing methodologies and CI/CD integration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive testing strategies to ensure product quality.
• Design and implement test automation frameworks for both frontend and backend systems.
• Create, maintain, and execute automated test scripts.

Skills

Test automation

Selenium

API testing

Cypress

Postman

RestAssured

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Senior QA Engineer - 12-Week Contract
Location: Abbeywood, Bristol
Clearance Required: MOD SC
Start Date: January 2026

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior QA Engineer to join the DE&S AI team for a 12-week engagement starting in January. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a confirmed MOD project focused on leveraging AI to enhance platform availability and drive productivity improvements across Defence operations.

Project Overview

The current project involves rebuilding an existing tool used to predict asset availability based on variable parameters. Following a successful discovery phase, the team has determined that a full rebuild is required - including the application infrastructure, simulation model, and user interface. This phase will focus on delivering the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) and setting the foundation for the full-scale product build.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive testing strategies to ensure product quality and reliability.
• Design and implement test automation frameworks for both frontend and backend systems.
• Create, maintain, and execute automated test scripts using tools such as Selenium, Cypress, Postman, and RestAssured.
• Collaborate closely with developers and stakeholders to identify, investigate, and resolve defects.
• Define test plans, coverage, and overall QA approach for the project.
• Work independently as the initial sole QA resource, while providing leadership and mentorship for future QA team expansion.

Skills and Experience

Essential:

• Proven experience in test automation for web and API-based applications.
• Strong knowledge of Selenium, Page Object Models, and test automation frameworks.
• Familiarity with software testing methodologies and CI/CD integration.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, agile environment.

Desirable:

• Experience using Cypress, Postman, or RestAssured for testing frontend and backend APIs.
• Previous experience working within MOD or Defence environments.
• Understanding of AI or simulation-based systems.