Java Test Automation Engineer
United Kingdom
Full Time
2 hours ago
$45,810 - $59,990 GBP
No Sponsorship
Key skills
AWSCloudDistributed SystemsJavaJUnitMicroservicesSpringSpring BootSpringBootBDDRESTfulCI/CD
About this role
Role Overview
- Building and maintaining scalable automation frameworks for cloud-based, distributed systems and microservices architectures
- Designing and implementing automated tests using Java-based frameworks (e.g. JUnit, TestNG)
- Testing microservices, APIs and backend services using tools such as RestAssured or Karate
- Working closely with engineers developing cloud-native and on-prem applications (e.g. Java / Spring Boot microservices)
- Integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines to support continuous delivery in cloud environments
- Identifying gaps in current testing approaches and suggesting improvements
- Supporting end-to-end and cross-system testing across web, backend and data layers
- Contributing to best practices in automation, test design and quality engineering
- Promoting a culture of quality and continuous improvement across teams
Requirements
- Strong experience with Java and building automation frameworks for backend systems
- Experience with tools such as JUnit, TestNG, RestAssured or Karate
- Good understanding of RESTful APIs and microservice architectures
- Experience working in cloud-based environments (e.g. AWS) and distributed systems
- Solid knowledge of core Java fundamentals (OOP, collections, exception handling)
- Experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines
- Understanding of test design principles and maintainable automation practices
- Exposure to end-to-end and UI testing approaches
- Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset
- Nice to HaveExperience with BDD-style testing frameworks
- Exposure to both cloud-native and on-prem architectures
- Understanding of testing strategies across multiple layers (frontend, backend, data)
Tech Stack
- AWS
- Cloud
- Distributed Systems
- Java
- JUnit
- Microservices
- Spring
- Spring Boot
- SpringBoot
Benefits
- Annual Leave: 25 days (excluding bank holidays)
- Enhanced Pension Scheme: 5% matching
- Flexible Working: Hybrid model (minimum 2 days per week in the office)
- Wellness: Complimentary Unmind app, onsite gym (Basingstoke)
- Exclusive Perks: Access to sporting events and tickets, Sony Group company discounts
- Cafeteria options (SZÉP Card, Nursery & Kindergarten contributions, Annual MOL Bubi Pass)
- Private medical insurance
- Life and accident insurance
- MindentMent Dental Clinic discounts
- Seniority awards
- Employee Assistance Program