Contract Senior Automation Tester

Contract role, initially 3-6 months, inside IR35 We're an award-winning consultancy known for delivering exceptional products and services through technology. We work closely with organisations to help them accelerate value delivery and create outstanding customer experiences. Our purpose is simple: to empower organisations to make a real difference for people, society, and the planet through technology that's efficient, user-friendly, and solves problems fast. At Burendo, we believe that together, we can achieve incredible things. What sets us apart is how we work. We pride ourselves on having a pragmatic attitude to delivery—we think big, plan practically, adapt quickly, and always focus on results, no matter how complex the challenge. We're passionate about making great things happen by embracing innovation, challenging the status quo, and fostering collaboration at every step. At Burendo, caring for people is at the heart of what we do. We value partnerships, listen to different viewpoints, and believe in treating everyone fairly. And we love to share what we learn—using our expertise to help others grow and empowering organisations to succeed in the long term. Are you passionate about automation testing and ready to lead by example? Do you thrive on influencing others, building solutions from the ground up, and embedding best practices within an SDLC? We're looking to recruit a contract Automation Tester on a 3-6 month contract inside IR35 (with potential to be extended). This is a hybrid role with occasional time spent on client site. What you'll do: Lead the team in adopting and implementing automation testing best practices. Build automation frameworks and test suites from scratch, tailored to project needs. Collaborate closely with developers, product managers, and QA engineers to integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines. Educate and influence team members on the importance of automation and how to implement it effectively. Evaluate existing processes and identify opportunities for improvement through automation. Ensure comprehensive test coverage across APIs, UI, and other components. Act as a hands-on technical leader, performing both strategic and execution tasks. What you'll bring: Proven experience

in building and implementing automation frameworks from the ground up. Technical expertise

with automation tools. Proficiency in programming languages (e.g. Python, Powershell, or Bash). Experience with

Azure DevOps

for CI/CD pipeline integration and test management. Strong understanding of cloud-based automation and testing strategies within Azure environments. Deep understanding of SDLC best practices and how automation fits into Agile workflows. A confident leader with strong influencing skills and the ability to bring teams on the journey. Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to “do the doing” while leading. Strong communication skills to mentor and inspire team members at all levels. Additional Information: Competitive day rate - Contract Inside IR35 Hybrid Working Supportive consultancy environment We are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. You and any job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. As a proud supporter of the Armed Forces Covenant, we welcome all applications from members of the Armed Forces Community. #LI-Hybrid

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