Automation Tester

6 days ago

Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Amber Labs Full time £40,000 - £80,000 per year

Azure Automation Test Engineer (12-Month FTC) – Hybrid (Newcastle)

Location: Hybrid – 2 days per week onsite in Newcastle (for the first 3 months), with potential to reduce onsite presence thereafter

Type: 12-Month Fixed Term Contract (FTC) – with potential to extend

Clearance Requirement: Active SC Clearance or SC eligible is essential

About the Role

Amber Labs is seeking an experienced Azure Automation Test Engineer to join our dynamic consultancy on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This hybrid role requires 2 days per week onsite in Newcastle for the first 3 months, with the option to reduce onsite commitments after that period.

You'll play a pivotal role in automating testing for infrastructure and deployment pipelines, helping to ensure resilient, performant, and secure delivery across modern cloud-native platforms. Working alongside DevOps engineers, developers, and cloud architects, you'll help embed testing at every stage of the delivery process.

This role is best suited to candidates with strong experience in Infrastructure and Deployment Testing, especially those with hands-on exposure to tools and platforms like AWS, Terraform, Docker, and modern CI/CD tooling.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and maintain automated testing frameworks for cloud infrastructure and deployments
  • Conduct testing across infrastructure layers, APIs, and system integrations to validate platform functionality and reliability
  • Integrate test automation into modern CI/CD pipelines to support continuous delivery and infrastructure validation
  • Validate Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) deployments using Terraform, Bicep, or similar tools
  • Test containerised solutions (e.g., Docker) within orchestrated environments
  • Perform a range of testing types, including functional, non-functional, performance, and security testing
  • Collaborate closely with engineering and DevOps teams to identify and resolve test failures or deployment issues
  • Support and promote shift-left testing and DevSecOps practices across delivery teams
  • Ensure all testing aligns with security, compliance, and public sector standards

Essential Skills & Experience

  • Active SC Clearance – Candidates must hold current SC clearance or be SC eligible to be considered
  • Strong, hands-on experience in Infrastructure and Deployment Testing – this is mandatory
  • Background in test automation within cloud and DevOps ecosystems
  • Experience with cloud platforms – AWS experience preferrable
  • Practical experience with tools and technologies such as:
  • Terraform, Bicep, or other Infrastructure-as-Code tools
  • Docker, Kubernetes (desirable)
  • CI/CD platforms such as GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, or Jenkins
  • Performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter, Gatling)
  • Security testing tools (e.g., OWASP ZAP, Checkmarx)
  • Familiarity with DevOps, Agile delivery, and shift-left testing principles
  • Strong problem-solving and diagnostic skills, especially in cloud environments
  • Confident communicator, able to engage with technical and non-technical stakeholders

Why Join Us?

  • Be part of a fast-growing consultancy where innovation and personal development are key priorities
  • Private Medical Insurance (Aviva)
  • Company Pension Plan (Nest)
  • 25 days annual leave + UK bank holidays
  • Access to Perkbox – global employee rewards and wellness platform
  • Generous employee referral scheme
  • Collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages experimentation and bold ideas
  • Choose your preferred device – Mac or PC

Diversity & Inclusion at Amber Labs

We are proud to be an inclusive employer. At Amber Labs, we:

  • Celebrate and welcome diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives
  • Promote dignity, equality, and respect in the workplace
  • Prohibit harassment, discrimination, and victimisation
  • Educate all new hires on our D&I commitments and practices

Important Information

  • Active SC Clearance or eligibility for clearance is required – we are unable to consider applicants without this
  • We cannot offer visa sponsorship or consider candidates requiring visa support

What Happens Next?

Once we receive your application, our Talent Acquisition team will be in touch to outline the next steps. The selection process typically includes two interviews, with a potential third involving our company Partners if required.

If you're ready to play a crucial role in modernising infrastructure delivery and testing for critical public sector systems, apply now to join Amber Labs.

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