Job Description
Test Automation Engineer
Req ID:  58497
Posting Start Date:  20/05/2026
Job Function:  Security
Division:  UK Business
Job Location:  GBR-London-BTHQ One Braham
Advertised Salary:  Competitive

Recruiter: Lloyd Hughes

Requisition Number: 58497

Closing Date: 3rd June 2026

Due to the sensitive nature of this role, you will be required to undergo DV (Developed Vetting) level Security Clearance (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels). An allowance of £5k per annum may be payable monthly while you hold this DV and continue to work in a role that requires that level of security clearance. The terms of this allowance will be made available if you are successful in being recruited into this role.

Security isn’t always the first thing that comes to mind when you think of BT, but when it comes to keeping everyone safely connected, We Are The Protectors. We deal with thousands of cyber-attacks every day, so that millions of people can safely go about their daily lives and run their businesses.   We deliver vital work at scale, with real breadth and impact. We connect for good.
You'll be joining a specialist security team that is a trusted partner to governments worldwide, protecting critical national infrastructure and committed to the safety and security of our nation and global communities. Our mission focused work is innovative, inspiring and technologically challenging in a way that makes every day different and stimulating. We provide the opportunity to work on rare projects, with exciting tools and brilliant people. Everyone has access to unparalleled professional and personal development opportunities and your contribution is always valued.

About the role

Our mission focused work is innovative, inspiring and technologically challenging in a way that makes every day different and stimulating. We provide the opportunity to work on rare projects, with exciting tools and brilliant people. Everyone has access to unparalleled professional and personal development opportunities, and your contribution is always valued. 

From operating systems, build automation, deployment, monitoring, data storage, virtualisation and in-life management and audit, you’ll be delivering the platforms that many of our deliveries depend upon. You’ll be deeply involved in the full engineering and test life-cycle, including working directly with stakeholders to understand and capture requirements/user stories, through to integration, acceptance and customer sign off aligned to expectations.  

What you’ll be doing

  • Be hands on in assurance of world class secure platforms, through the creation of high and low level test designs.  
  • Use a multitude of automation techniques and technologies to improve the way in which we perform our deliveries.  
  • Provide ongoing support for existing systems and maintaining compatibility against external developments.  
  • Support delivery teams by providing assurance to ensure on time and high quality delivery.
  • Gathering information and presenting to stakeholders.
  • Provide technical coaching and mentoring to more junior team members.   

Essential Skills / Experience

  • Knowledge and experience of writing automated test scripts and their execution, with associated test activities such as Defect Management, Test Case creation etc.
  • Knowledge of and experience with a variety of automation frameworks and tools, e.g. Robot Framework, Selenium, Postman and use of CI/CD tools such as Jenkins.  
  • Experience with a dedicated Test Management tool such as HP ALM, TestRail, X-Ray etc.  
  • Experience with different scripting languages, such as Powershell, Bash, Python or Java.  
  • Knowledge of software methodologies such as Waterfall/V model, agile, lean, incremental.
  • Understanding of Databases and SQL e.g. MySql, Mongo, Postgres.
  • Broad understanding of networking fundamentals with particular focus on TCP/UDP and key application layer protocols such as TLS, HTTP and DNS.  

Desirable Skills / Experience

  • Some knowledge of big data technologies and associated tool sets e.g. Elastic search, SIEM etc  
  • Either qualified to degree level with some experience as a Technical Engineering professional, or significant experience of technical delivery.  

Our Package

Tailored benefits make a real difference. That’s why we offer a comprehensive range to support your growth, wellbeing, and everyday life. You can design the package to suit you and your lifestyle. Your core benefits include:

  • 10% on target annual bonus
  • Access to an online private GP 24/7 for you and your immediate family
  • Market-leading paid carers leave with up to 2 weeks off
  • Equalised maternity, paternity, and adoption leave – 18 weeks’ full pay and 8 weeks’ half pay
  • Discounted EE and BT products, including mobile and broadband
  • Market leading Pension scheme – 5% from you and 10% from us
  • Holiday purchase scheme
  • You can select additional benefits, including healthcare, dental, gym memberships and more when you’re ready.

Security is one of the fastest growing parts of our global organisation. We are protecting our networks from more than 6,500 cyber attacks each day, investing over £40m in research each year - and in employing nearly 3,000 people, we’re also the largest private cyber employer in the UK.  With incredible opportunities to learn, develop and grow your skills, we’ll invest in you, nurture your potential and shape your future – whatever your background or experience. 
 
In today’s world, safe and secure digital connections have never been more vital. You’ll be joining a global company operating at the forefront of the information age: BT employs 90,000 people in 180 countries. With huge scale, we’re capable of achieving great things, striving to be personal, simple, and brilliant for our customers whilst creating an inclusive working environment where people from all backgrounds can succeed. Play your part. Make a difference. We are the Protectors.

 

A FEW POINTS TO NOTE:

Although these roles are listed as full-time, if you’re a job share partnership, work reduced hours, or any other way of working flexibly, please still get in touch.

We will also offer reasonable adjustments for the selection process if required, so please do not hesitate to inform us.

DON'T MEET EVERY SINGLE REQUIREMENT?

Studies have shown that women and people who are disabled, LGBTQ+, neurodiverse or from ethnic minority backgrounds are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification and criteria. We're committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where everyone can be their best, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement on the Job Description, please apply anyway - you may just be the right candidate for this or other roles in our wider team.