Job summary In summary, the post holder is responsible for developing and delivering QA and processautomation services using modern frameworks and practices. Working in an agileenvironment the post holder will be expected to work within a cross functional team andproactively drive continuous improvement in software, techniques and processes. Responsible for developing and delivering QA and process automation services. To role model compassionate and inclusive leadership in order to shape the creation of a collective leadership culture within the trust. This means demonstrating a consistent leadership style which (a) engages, enables and empowers others (b) uses coaching to promote ownership of learning and quality improvement and (c) facilitates team working and collaboration within teams / departments and across organisational boundaries. Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the closing date once the required number of suitable applications have been received. Main duties of the job The post holder will, with the Head of Development, be responsible for strategic andinnovative solutions with the ability to present and articulate technical executions clearlyand concisely to internal and external stakeholders. As Senior QA/Automation specialist the post holder will have significant authority andautonomy to ensure service delivery and quality standards are maintained within thespecialist innovative technical development management unit. The post holder will beexpected to contribute to the compilation of the business plan requiring development ofinnovative solutions that will support the Trust's Digital Clinical Strategy. About us We manage three major locality hospitals at North Tyneside, Wansbeck and Hexham, plus a number of smaller community hospitals and clinics from Tynemouth to Berwick on Tweed, in addition to our state-of-the-art Northumbria Specialist Emergency Care Hospital, the first of its kind in England. We also care for people in their homes and provide services from facilities in local communities such as health centres. We give people greater choice and control over their care to help them to live independently at home and avoid hospital admission where appropriate. High quality patient care is at the heart of everything we do and we strive to ensure every single patient and service user has an exceptional experience with us. We have one of the most extensive patient experience programmes of any trust in England. Date posted 13 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £53,755 to £60,504 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working Reference number 319-6977184JN Job locations Northumbria Healthcare Manufacturing and Innovation Hub Avenue Rd Seaton Delaval NE25 0QJ Job description Job responsibilities Creating and executing automated test strategies both UI drivenand coded as part of a CI pipeline Creating and executing manual test strategies Working in an Agile environment Engaging with project stakeholders Testing web-based applications and demonstrate examples of security testing Advanced complex data management/manipulation skills, including mainstream development IDE. Using advanced and highly-developed technical skills, within an operational IT,technical, or systems management function in a pro-active team-based environment. Job description Job responsibilities Creating and executing automated test strategies both UI drivenand coded as part of a CI pipeline Creating and executing manual test strategies Working in an Agile environment Engaging with project stakeholders Testing web-based applications and demonstrate examples of security testing Advanced complex data management/manipulation skills, including mainstream development IDE. Using advanced and highly-developed technical skills, within an operational IT,technical, or systems management function in a pro-active team-based environment. Person Specification Qualifications / Professional Registration Essential Professional knowledge acquired through degree or equivalent experience Specialist knowledge acquired through post graduate courses Experience to Masters or equivalent level, plus in-depth technical and strategic knowledge. Requires developed, in depth specialist knowledge, underpinned by theory and professional experience of Quality Assurance and automation. Experience and knowledge Essential Substantial experience of creating and executing automated test strategies - both UI driven and coded as part of a CI pipeline Substantial experience of creating and executing manual test strategies Experience of working in an Agile environment Experience of testing web-based applications and demonstrate examples of security testing Knowledge of or experience in coaching and mentoring practices and tools Knowledge of or experience in Quality improvement tools, techniques and methods Desirable Experience of API testing using tools such as Postman Experience of Robotic Process Automation Person Specification Qualifications / Professional Registration Essential Professional knowledge acquired through degree or equivalent experience Specialist knowledge acquired through post graduate courses Experience to Masters or equivalent level, plus in-depth technical and strategic knowledge. Requires developed, in depth specialist knowledge, underpinned by theory and professional experience of Quality Assurance and automation. Experience and knowledge Essential Substantial experience of creating and executing automated test strategies - both UI driven and coded as part of a CI pipeline Substantial experience of creating and executing manual test strategies Experience of working in an Agile environment Experience of testing web-based applications and demonstrate examples of security testing Knowledge of or experience in coaching and mentoring practices and tools Knowledge of or experience in Quality improvement tools, techniques and methods Desirable Experience of API testing using tools such as Postman Experience of Robotic Process Automation Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Address Northumbria Healthcare Manufacturing and Innovation Hub Avenue Rd Seaton Delaval NE25 0QJ Employer's website https://www.northumbria.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)