Principal Test Engineer

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Full time
Location: Manchester
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Job offered by: Human-CR, S.L
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Category:
Principal Test Engineer - Manchester (1 day per week onsite) - Up to £75,000 + Excellent Benefits Package - Urgent Hire

Are you ready to take ownership of a

brand-new, greenfield opportunity

and revolutionise testing in a global-scale enterprise environment? This is your chance to lead the transition from a manual testing landscape to a cutting-edge, automated future.

The Opportunity

This is a pivotal role for a Principal Test Engineer to design and implement an

automation-first strategy . You’ll be the key point of escalation for the testing function, driving change and improving processes to meet the demands of a modern, tech-focused organisation.

The environment is currently heavily

manual , and your mission will be to introduce

robust automation frameworks

that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.

What You’ll Be Doing

Designing and implementing test automation frameworks using

Selenium with .NET . Migrating existing test processes from

Selenium with Java

to .NET for future scalability. Driving performance testing with

K6 , ensuring high standards of reliability and efficiency. Establishing best practices for

test automation, performance testing, and quality assurance . Mentoring and guiding QA team members in adopting automation tools and practices. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software at pace. The Tech You’ll Be Working With

Automation : Selenium (Java transitioning to .NET). Performance Testing : K6. Languages : .NET, Java. Tools : Modern CI/CD pipelines, test reporting tools, and other testing utilities to support robust automation. What You’ll Bring

Proven experience in building and implementing

test automation frameworks . Expertise in

Selenium

(Java and .NET). Hands-on experience with

performance testing tools

such as

K6

or similar. A deep understanding of test strategies, QA processes, and Agile methodologies. Strong problem-solving skills with a passion for leading change. What’s in It for You?

Greenfield Role : Be the architect of a modern, scalable testing function. Impactful Work : Your contributions will directly shape the success of the organisation. Flexibility : Work from home most of the week, with just one day per week onsite in Manchester. Attractive Package : Up to £75,000 base salary plus a fantastic benefits package. Why Now?

This is an

urgent hire

- we need someone to step into this role and start driving meaningful change right away. If you’re looking for a challenging role where you can leave your mark, this is it.

Apply today to discuss this exciting opportunity further! #J-18808-Ljbffr

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