Senior Test Automation EngineerinDodworthinDodworthPUBLISHED MON 9 DEC 2024

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team delivering digital solutions to our Clinical Services Directorate. You and the team will be part of our clinical services product centre which is a key component to realising the various NHS Blood and Transplant strategies.

Our ambition is to deliver technology change to the business quickly, efficiently and safely and most importantly allow NHSBT to continue their core mission of saving and improving more lives As a senior test automation engineer you will work within our delivery teams testing and ensuring that the software developed is safe for release and meets the business needs it was created for. You will lead the embedding of our test automation capability into the organisation and coach and mentor or junior testors in the test automation space.

You will also have the opportunity to contribute to and learn from our NHSBT testing community of practice which will create and share testing best practice, but also provide the opportunity to learn about other areas in the organisation outside blood such as donor experience, clinical and organ donation & transplant.

In this role you will be ensuring the safe and effective delivery of IT-enabled services through thorough software and hardware testing and administrative support.

Your responsibilities will include:-

• To lead and manage the automated and manual technical testing plans and implementation for Clinical Services IT systems.
• Play a key role in the modernisation of Clinical Services technology, which includes the conversion to an automated testing base.
• Lead embedding a test automation capability into the organisation which will improve the testing effectiveness and the speed at which the Clinical Services Product Centre will be able to deliver change.

You might be expected to work on multiple projects at the same time and will be expected to manage your time and priorities with minimum support and supervision.

You might be required to travel and spend time away from base, which might involve working irregular hours and overnight stays when required, with prior notice.

About us

Please view the attached recruitment profile which is a summary of the detailed Job Description and Person Specification for the full personal attributes we require for the role. You will need to demonstrate these throughout the recruitment process.

What we offer:

• NHSBT promotes flexible working opportunities where the role will allow.
• 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years service and to 33 days after 10 years.
• NHS pension scheme. The NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns) Further details and outline of benefits can be found at: www.jobsincare.com/job/jbnsbjh8
• Weve fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well-led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. Its open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.

This vacancy will close at 23:59 on Sunday 15th December 2024. Shortlisting will take place on or around 17th December 2024. Interviews are anticipated to be held on Tuesday 7th January 2025 subject to confirmation For informal enquiries please contact Name: Mark Carter, Senior Delivery Lead,