Freelance remote job Test Engineer

***SC CLEARED***Test Engineer3-6 Month contract initially + Extensions Based: Remote with 1-2 day per month onsite in Newcastle upon Tyne.Market Rates via UmbrellaWe have a great opportunity with a world leading organisation where you will be provided with all of the support and development to succeed. A progressive organisation where you can really make a difference. We have a great opportunity for a Test Engineer on a long term program of work.We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Automation Tester to join our QA team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in automated testing frameworks, tools, and methodologies to ensure high-quality software delivery. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and executing automated test scripts, leveraging your expertise in Java, Cucumber, Rest Assured, and BDD principles.Key Responsibilities:Test Automation Development:Develop, maintain, and execute automated test scripts using Java 8+ and tools like Cucumber and Rest Assured.Ensure test scripts align with Behaviour-Driven Development (BDD) practices.Design and implement test frameworks that integrate with CI/CD pipelines.Test Strategy and Execution:Collaborate with developers, product managers, and QA teams to define test strategies for new features.Identify and create reusable test automation components and libraries.Execute automated regression, functional, and integration tests for RESTful APIs and other components.Quality Assurance:Analyse test results, identify issues, and report bugs using tracking tools.Verify fixes and perform necessary regression testing.Contribute to improving test coverage, efficiency, and reliability.Collaboration and Reporting:Work closely with developers and QA teams to troubleshoot issues and optimize testing.Use version control systems like Git to manage and collaborate on test scripts.Provide detailed documentation of test cases, frameworks, and results.Continuous Improvement:Stay up-to-date with industry trends and advancements in testing tools and technologies.Identify opportunities to enhance automation frameworks and processes.Key Skills and Qualifications:Technical Skills:Proficient in automated testing with a strong understanding of testing frameworks and methodologies.Expertise in Java 8+ for test script development.Hands-on experience with Cucumber for BDD scenarios.Proficient in Rest Assured for testing RESTful APIs.Strong knowledge of Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) principles.Familiarity with Git for version control.Understanding of CI/CD tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or similar.Domain Knowledge:Solid understanding of software development lifecycles and Agile methodologies.Familiarity with API testing, performance testing, and integration testing.Soft Skills:Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.Excellent communication and teamwork skills.High attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.Preferred Qualifications:Experience with other automation tools such as Selenium or JUnit is a plus.Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) is desirable.Relevant certifications like ISTQB, Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL), or similar are advantageous.This is an excellent opportunity on a great project of work, If you are looking for your next exciting opportunity, apply now for your CV to reach me directly, we will respond as soon as possible. Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds.Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.