Automation Test Lead

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Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, SkyQ to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate.

We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love.

And we do it all right here at Sky.

What you'll do
- Work directly with Digital Delivery and Engineering to estimate, plan, resource, schedule and implement functional and regression testing, both manual and automated, for all programme and project deliveries using Agile methodologies.
- Own end-to-end testing for cross platform programme and project deliveries. This includes estimating, test strategy, test planning and scheduling, unified functional testing (both manual and automation), end-to-end testing, regression testing, defect management, reporting and sign-off.
- Review and help craft improvements to the automation strategy. Drive efficiencies in both cost and timeliness of delivery, through innovation and closer working with the engineering teams.
- Accountable for governance over the test process, ensuring the agile teams implement and follow good automation practices that deliver the required outcomes and adhere to Sky and Comcast standards.
- Report directly to Head of Department and along with Digital Delivery and Engineering on test progress against plan, risks and issues, defects, deviation, status and sign-off.
- Accountable for building a collaborative testing culture passionate about agile teams rapidly delivering features into production with an emphasis on quality.
- Accountable for ensuring appropriate end to end testing has taken place.
- Work with developers to ensure relevant automated tests are delivered to a high coding standard and that appropriate test techniques (such as ATDD, and TDD) are being applied.
- Be responsible for test infrastructure, including environments and software.
- Review and help develop the test automation framework, tooling, standards, and libraries etc for use across teams to drive consistency.
- Line manage test analysts within the department. Provide support, regular 1-2-1’s and performance reviews for your team. Help set department objectives that are relevant for testers. Identify and address training needs.

What you'll bring
- An ability to demonstrate a depth of knowledge in automation testing within an agile environment and will be able to demonstrate previous successes
- A technical background with considerable experience in one or more programming language (JavaScript, TypeScript desirable).
- A testing mentality and a good understanding of development techniques and how to build maintainable code
- Familiarity with DevOps and automation as the default solution to a problem
- Be comfortable having technical conversations with developers and architects
- A solid grasp of what an efficient CI/CD pipeline looks like
- Ability to build positive relationships and influence decisions with internal and external partners
- Demonstrate how to build a culture of collaboration ensuring the development process delivers automated acceptance tests

Team overview

Group Technology Digital Transformation

Want to create a smooth and uninterrupted digital experience for millions of customers? Then our Group Technology Digital Transformation is the team for you. Agile, collaborative, data-driven and diverse, our team works on brilliant products like NOW and Peacock. That’s not even the best part. We get to build our own software and our work has a global stage. Our team also delivers exceptional customer experiences and defines digital first propositions in customer journeys across all channels.

The rewards

There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to #LifeAtSky: the perks. Here’s a taster:

- Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place
- The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate
- A generous pension package
- Private healthcare
- Discounted mobile and broadband
- A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences

Inclusion & how you'll work

Recognised by The Times and Stonewall, we take pride in our approach to diversity and inclusion. Investing in society, fighting racial injustice and setting ambitious targets for representation at Sky.

We’ve embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You’ll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process.

Your office space (Osterley or Leeds)

Osterley

Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers.

On campus, you’ll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You ca