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Java Test Automation EngineerLocation: Hybrid working – minimum 2 days per week in the officeOffice locations: Basingstoke, London or BristolContract: Permanent, Full-TimeSalary: £45,810 – £59,990About the RoleHi, I’m Priyanka Mondal, QA Discipline Lead at Hawk-Eye Innovations.We’re looking for a Java Test Automation Engineer to join our QA team, focusing on building and evolving scalable automation frameworks across cloud-based systems, microservices and APIs.This role sits within a modern, distributed environment, where quality, reliability and scalability are critical. You’ll be working closely with engineers and product teams to design and implement robust automation solutions that integrate seamlessly into the development lifecycle.You’ll start by contributing to and improving existing automation frameworks, with a focus on backend and API testing. Over time, you’ll play a key role in shaping testing strategies across teams, helping drive consistency, scalability and best practice adoption.You won’t be expected to know everything from day one. You’ll work alongside experienced QA engineers and developers, getting hands-on with different technologies and systems as you build confidence in our platforms, workflows and testing approaches.Being UK-based helps in this role, as many of our teams are here. There will be opportunities to collaborate in person, whiteboard ideas, and gain a strong understanding of how our systems operate end to end.What You’ll Be DoingBuilding and maintaining scalable automation frameworks for cloud-based, distributed systems and microservices architecturesDesigning and implementing automated tests using Java-based frameworks (e.g. JUnit, TestNG)Testing microservices, APIs and backend services using tools such as RestAssured or KarateWorking closely with engineers developing cloud-native and on-prem applications (e.g. Java / Spring Boot microservices)Integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines to support continuous delivery in cloud environmentsIdentifying gaps in current testing approaches and suggesting improvementsSupporting end-to-end and cross-system testing across web, backend and data layersContributing to best practices in automation, test design and quality engineeringPromoting a culture of quality and continuous improvement across teamsSkills, Knowledge and ExperienceStrong experience with Java and building automation frameworks for backend systemsExperience with tools such as JUnit, TestNG, RestAssured or KarateGood understanding of RESTful APIs and microservice architecturesExperience working in cloud-based environments (e.g. AWS) and distributed systemsSolid knowledge of core Java fundamentals (OOP, collections, exception handling)Experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelinesUnderstanding of test design principles and maintainable automation practicesExposure to end-to-end and UI testing approachesStrong problem-solving skills and a proactive mindsetNice to HaveExperience with BDD-style testing frameworksExposure to both cloud-native and on-prem architecturesUnderstanding of testing strategies across multiple layers (frontend, backend, data)Our QA TeamOur QA team plays a key role in testing the technology behind everything we deliver, from officiating systems to broadcast tools and data platforms.We work across a wide range of areas including computer vision, machine learning, cloud platforms, video systems and data science.A big part of what we do is supporting tracking technology across sports like tennis, cricket, football and US sports, building systems that handle real-time data, low latency processing and complex distributed architectures.Team CultureWe’re a team that values openness, collaboration and continuous learning.We challenge each other through code reviews, share knowledge across teams and encourage people to take ownership while still working closely together.There are no strict silos, people move across areas, learn new things and grow over time.Tech Stack (You’ll Be Around)Java (Core Java, JUnit, TestNG, RestAssured, Karate)Spring Boot microservicesAWS (EC2, ECS, S3, RDS)CI/CD (Jenkins, GitHub Actions)DockerTesting tools such as Postman, Cypress, Selenium, PytestBenefitsUnited KingdomAnnual Leave: 25 days (excluding bank holidays)Enhanced Pension Scheme: 5% matchingFlexible Working: Hybrid model (minimum 2 days per week in the office)Wellness: Complimentary Unmind app, onsite gym (Basingstoke)Exclusive Perks: Access to sporting events and tickets, Sony Group company discountsHungaryAnnual Leave: Standard according to local labour lawFlexible Working: Hybrid model (2 days per week in the office)Exclusive Perks: Access to sporting events and tickets, Sony Group company discountsAdditional Benefits:Cafeteria options (SZÉP Card, Nursery & Kindergarten contributions, Annual MOL Bubi Pass), private medical insurance, life and accident insurance, MindentMent Dental Clinic discounts, seniority awards, and an Employee Assistance ProgramAbout UsHawk-Eye Innovations, a Sony company, is a world leader in sports technology. We deliver sophisticated officiating, broadcast and player tracking solutions across more than 25 international sports. Each year, our technology supports over 30,000 events in over 500 stadiums across 90 countries.Equal Opportunity StatementAs an active part of a culturally and socially diverse society, Sony Sports Businesses aims to build a workforce that is diverse and inclusive. Sony Sports Businesses is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity.We employ, retain, promote and treat all employees and applicants fairly, based on their skills, qualifications and professional experience. Our commitment is to provide a respectful and inclusive environment where people can contribute, develop and succeed.

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