Automation Tester - Newcastle

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.

Requirements

• 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

Benefits

• 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