Consultant SDET

Consultant SDET

PERMANENT

Location: BASED AT CLIENT LOCATIONS, WORKING REMOTELY, OR BASED IN OUR GODALMING OR MILTON KEYNES OFFICES.

Salary: NEGOTIABLE PLUS COMPANY BENEFITS

Due to the nature of the work, applicants must be SC Clearable, which means you must have lived here continuously for the last 5 years.

Role Summary

Triad Group Plc is seeking a skilled 'Software Development Engineer in Test' to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our software solutions for public sector projects. This position offers an exciting opportunity to collaborate with our award-winning team and contribute to the success of our projects.

Why Triad:

• Glassdoor score of 4.6/5
• 98% of our staff would recommend Triad to a friend
• 100% CEO approval

"At Triad, I have felt a sense of support and community from day one. The range of projects and flexibility to try different roles means I can forge my own career path with the support of my peers."

About Us

Triad Group Plc is an award-winning digital, data, and technology partner dedicated to helping organisations committed to meaningful change. We strive to make the world a better place by focusing on excellence and efficiency, consistently delivering high-quality services to our clients. Our mission is to become the UK's favourite technology company by 2025.

Join our award-winning team, recognized twice for "Project Excellence" at "The Chartered Institute for IT & Computing Awards." Operating at the heart of the public sector, Triad understands the technology challenges faced by this sector and is committed to delivering the best value for UK citizens.

With a 35-year track record of success across public, private, and third sectors, Triad defines, designs, and delivers innovative digital solutions. Our flat management structure and absence of burdensome hierarchy foster autonomy, creativity, and innovation, enabling us to tackle complex problems effectively.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement test automation strategies using tools such as Playwright, Cypress, and Selenium WebDriver.
• You must have previously worked independently as you will be required to create test frameworks from scratch.
• Design, execute, and maintain automated test scripts to validate accessibility, software functionality, performance, and security.
• Collaborate with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand project requirements and ensure comprehensive test coverage.
• Identify and prioritise test cases for automation, considering both functional and non-functional requirements.
• Continuously improve test automation frameworks and processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Perform root cause analysis of defects and work closely with development teams to resolve issues.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Document test plans, test cases, and test results to facilitate communication and knowledge sharing within the team.

Requirements:

• Relevant training, qualifications, and experience in software development practices (Apprenticeship/Degree/Masters etc).
• Proven experience in test automation using Playwright, Cypress, and Selenium WebDriver.
• Some coding in Java may be required so Java skills would be highly desirable.
• Familiarity with public sector projects and compliance requirements is highly desirable.
• Previous experience working in a consultancy environment is beneficial.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
• Self-motivated and adaptable, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

What You Will Get:

• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.
• Matched pension contributions of 5%.
• Free private health care and medical cover with Bupa (taxable as a benefit).
• Perkbox membership.
• Gym membership (up to £40 per month towards a gym of your choice or free membership at Lakeshore Fitness in Milton Keynes).
• Cycle-to-work scheme.
• Free health and wellbeing services (AIG Smart Health and Canada Life WeCare).

What Our Colleagues Have to Say

Please see for yourself on Glass Door and our "Day in the Life" videos at the bottom of our Careers Page.

Our Selection Process

After applying, our in-house talent team will introduce Triad, discuss the role, and gather basic information. If shortlisted, you will have an interview with a senior member of Triad staff to explore mutual cultural fit and allow you to ask questions. Following that you will be invited to attend a final stage 'workshop' based interview with the senior management team.

Other information

If this role is of interest to you or you would like more information please contact Laura Waddy or submit your application now!

Triad is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion, or belief.

We are proud that our recruitment process has been recognised as inclusive and accessible to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for any role. We are a signatory on the Tech Talent Charter that aims to bring industries and organisations together to drive greater inclusion and diversity in technology roles, in addition as a Disability Confident employer.