Software Developer in Test - SDET - SC Cleared - Remote

Software Developer in Test - SDET - (Java) - SC Cleared - with NPPV3 - £500 - £600 per day

Security Clearance: Active SC + NPPV3 required (mandatory)

Overview

We are looking for an experienced Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) with strong Java skills to join a high-profile public sector programme.

This role will focus on building and maintaining robust automated test frameworks, improving quality engineering practices, and supporting delivery within a secure, large-scale government environment.

Software Developer in Test - SDET - (Java) - SC Cleared - with NPPV3 - £500 - £600 per day

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks using Java
• Build and execute API, integration, and end-to-end tests
• Work closely with developers, QA, and DevOps teams in an Agile environment
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and ensure quality gates are enforced
• Identify, document, and track defects through to resolution
• Promote best practices in test automation and quality engineering
• Support performance, regression, and system testing activities

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong experience as an SDET/Automation Engineer
• Solid Java programming skills (essential)
• Experience with test automation tools such as:
• Selenium/WebDriver
• REST Assured/API testing frameworks
• JUnit/TestNG
• Experience working with CI/CD tools (eg, Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps)
• Familiarity with BDD frameworks (eg, Cucumber)
• Experience testing microservices/API-driven architectures
• Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies

Desirable Skills

• Experience in government or public sector environments
• Knowledge of performance testing tools (eg, JMeter, Gatling)
• Exposure to containerisation (Docker/Kubernetes)
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure)

Security Requirements

• Active SC (Security Clearance) - required
• Active NPPV3 - required

Candidates without both clearances cannot be considered

Working Arrangements

• Predominantly remote working
• Occasional travel (once per month) to London/Croydon required

Software Developer in Test - SDET - (Java) - SC Cleared - with NPPV3 - £500 - £600 per day

This temporary contract is inside IR35 and will require working under the direction of the client delivery manager as part of a multi-disciplinary team. The successful candidate will follow established delivery processes and working practices

This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and be eligible for UK Security Vetting at SC/DV level. Clearance sponsorship will be provided where required. Due to the nature of the work, candidates should meet the relevant residency requirements. If applicable, reserved post nationality restrictions will be confirmed by the client. Damia is committed to inclusive recruitment and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.

Due to the secure nature of the position and working environment, you must have, or be eligible to obtain Security Clearance

More details relating to UK Security Clearance can be found here:

United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK

List of national security vetting clearance levels with guidance on who requires clearance and what checks are completed.

Damia Group Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept our Data Protection Policy which can be found on our website.

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.

Should the role require the successful candidate to undergo and be eligible for UK Security Vetting. Clearance sponsorship will be provided where required. Due to the nature of the work, candidates should meet the relevant residency requirements. If applicable, Reserved Post nationality restrictions will be confirmed by the client. Damia is committed to inclusive recruitment and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.

Damia Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy and in accordance to Conduct Regulations 2003.