Lead Test Engineer

Capgemini; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Test Engineer to undertake comprehensive test planning and execution, focusing on API and UI automation as part of a managed service. You will play a critical role in defining testing strategies using a risk-based approach, creating and maintaining automated test suites, and collaborating with teams across the Software Development Lifecycle to ensure alignment with business objectives. You will also contribute to knowledge sharing within the team and drive quality through a combination of manual and automated testing techniques.
This role is hybrid, requiring two days a week in Newcastle.

Your role

• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Power Platform including Power Apps, Power BI, Power Automate, Power Pages and Dataverse.
• Experience building and maintaining robust automated tests for UIs, APIs, and Power Platform (Canvas).
• Perform functional testing alongside accessibility testing to ensure seamless user experiences for all users.
• Ability to develop and improve frameworks and automation suites.
• Comprehensive understanding of the testing lifecycle, including test generation, analysis, reporting, and defect management.
• Experience working in agile environments and applying shift-left principles, including CI/CD pipelines.
• Define and implement testing strategies based on holistic risk analysis.
• Strong understanding of performance, security, and accessibility testing, including test types, tools, and standards.
• Participate in non-functional testing such as performance, security, and accessibility using appropriate tools and methodologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure solutions align with delivery goals.
• Manage, mentor and coach team members, helping to cover knowledge gaps and foster a collaborative testing environment.

Your skills and experience

Mandatory Skills:

• Must be currently based in Newcastle upon Tyne or the surrounding areas.
• Confidence in sharing expertise and upskilling team members.
• Adaptable team player with excellent communication skills to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Understanding of modern development tools, techniques, and methodologies for automating and improving software delivery processes.
• Ability to translate business needs into quality testing outcomes that support production-ready solutions.
• Willingness and ability to work on-site two days a week in Newcastle.
• Experience conducting functional testing to ensure seamless integration of features.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical accessibility findings to non-technical stakeholders.
• PL-900 Microsoft Power Platform Fundamentals accreditation.

Your security clearance

To be successfully appointed to this role, it is a requirement to obtain Security Check (SC) clearance. To obtain SC clearance, the successful applicant must have resided continuously within the United Kingdom for the last 5 years, along with other criteria and requirements.

What does 'Get The Future You Want' mean for you?

You will be empowered to explore, innovate, and progress. You will benefit from Capgemini’s ‘learning for life’ mindset, meaning you will have countless training and development opportunities.

Why you should consider Capgemini:

Growing clients’ businesses while building a more sustainable, more inclusive future is a tough ask. When you join Capgemini, you’ll join a thriving company and become part of a diverse collective of free-thinkers, entrepreneurs and industry experts.

About Capgemini:

Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world.