Test Engineer

Airswift; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 92,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

Airswift is seeking a Senior Software Developer in Test in London to lead automated testing for cloud-based data and API solutions. The role focuses on Java-driven test automation, REST API validation, and contributing to CI/CD in a cloud environment.

Responsibilities include building frameworks, implementing TDD/BDD practices, and collaborating with DevOps to ensure scalable, reliable tests within GitLab CI/CD pipelines. Some Azure testing experience is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in designing and executing automated tests for REST APIs.
• Strong Java development skills focused on test automation.
• Experience with TDD/BDD practices and automation frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain automated test frameworks and utilities.
• Develop and execute automated tests for REST APIs.
• Drive adoption of TDD/BDD throughout the SDLC.
• Collaborate with DevOps to embed quality in GitLab CI/CD pipelines.
• Support cloud-native testing strategies for Azure platforms.
• Troubleshoot and optimise automation frameworks for scalability.

Skills

Java testing

JUnit

Cucumber

REST API testing

F2B testing

GitLab CI/CD

Communication

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Tools

GitLab

Job description

Duration: Contract

Workload: Full time hours

Setup: Freelance (Daily Rate / Limited Company / Umbrella / Sole Trader)

Location: London, UK (3 days onsite per week)

Our client is seeking a Senior Software Developer in Test with strong Java automation expertise to help deliver high-quality, scalable cloud-based data and API solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, build, and maintain automated test frameworks and reusable testing utilities for end-to-end validation.
• Develop and execute automated test cases for REST APIs, ensuring functionality, reliability, and performance.
• Drive adoption of TDD/BDD methodologies across the software development lifecycle.
• Collaborate with engineering and DevOps teams to embed quality controls within GitLab CI/CD pipelines.
• Support cloud-native testing strategies for Azure-based platforms.
• Troubleshoot and optimise automation frameworks for scalability and maintainability.

Must-Have Skills:

• Strong Java development experience focused on test automation.
• Hands-on experience with TDD/BDD frameworks such as JUnit and Cucumber.
• REST API testing and automation expertise.
• Experience with front-to-back (F2B) testing in enterprise environments.
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, particularly GitLab.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills.

Nice-to-Have:

• Databricks testing and validation expertise.
• Knowledge of observability, quality reporting, performance testing, and monitoring tools