Quality Engineering Automation LeadPermanent Hybrid Midlands 75,000 + Bonus + Excellent BenefitsCPS Group is excited to partner with a leading Financial Services Company as they expand their technology team. We''re seeking a Quality Engineering Automation Lead to spearhead automation strategy, develop robust testing frameworks, and champion best practices across the engineering function. This role offers a blend of technical leadership and hands-on delivery-perfect for someone passionate about quality, innovation, and team development.Tech Stack and Experience:- Automation Tools: Proficient with Katalon (certified preferred), Selenium, Appium, Cucumber, TestNG, JUnit- Languages: Skilled in Python, Groovy, Java, JavaScript- API Testing: Experienced with REST Assured, SOAP, Web APIs- DevOps and CI/CD: Strong knowledge of Jenkins, Azure DevOps, Git, Maven- Testing Approaches: BDD, continuous testing, performance testing (JMeter)- Cloud: Familiar with Azure integration services- Experience: Extensive experience within automation, large-scale frameworks, Agile/DevOps teamsKey Responsibilities:- Design and maintain robust automation frameworks for UI, API, and performance testing- Embed automated testing in CI/CD pipelines for fast, reliable delivery- Promote automation practices across teams and lead adoption- Mentor engineers on tools, techniques, and best practices- Define and report on test coverage and quality metrics- Troubleshoot and optimize failing or inefficient test suit