QA Test Analyst – Automation
Location: (Sheffield, Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, Newcastle)

Need ACTIVE SC CLEARANCE

Overview We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented QA Test Analyst to join a high-performing delivery team. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of digital services through the design, development, and maintenance of robust automated testing solutions.
This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in test automation, a passion for quality engineering, and experience working within complex, large-scale environments.
Key Responsibilities
  • Design, build, and maintain automated test solutions for both UI and API layers
  • Develop and enhance test frameworks and automation suites to improve efficiency and scalability
  • Collaborate with developers, analysts, and stakeholders to define test strategies and acceptance criteria
  • Execute automated and manual testing where required, ensuring full test coverage
  • Identify, log, and track defects, ensuring timely resolution
  • Support continuous integration and delivery pipelines by integrating automated tests
  • Contribute to best practices in quality assurance and test engineering
Required Skills & Experience
  • Proven experience in test automation across UI and API testing
  • Strong understanding of automation frameworks and test design principles
  • Experience working with common testing tools (e.g., Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, RestAssured, or similar)
  • Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and integrating automated tests into delivery workflows
  • Experience in Agile/DevOps environments
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Non-Functional Testing Expertise
  • Knowledge of non-functional testing, including:
    • Performance testing
    • Security testing
    • Accessibility testing
  • Understanding of relevant testing standards, tools, and methodologies
Additional Information
  • Multiple roles available
  • Candidates must be eligible for security clearance
  • Locations across the UK (excluding London) with a hybrid working model
£330.00 - £430.00
Per day
£330 - £430 per day

Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

Full Time

Remote

Added 18/06/2026
Reference: CR/064947

QA Test Analyst

Newcastle upon Tyne
Full Time

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