Test Automation Engineer; SC Cleared

Test Automation Engineer (SC Cleared)

Location:

Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

Employment Type:

Full Time

At CGI, we’re redefining what quality means in the age of AI and automation. As a Test Engineer based in our Belfast office, you’ll play a key role in delivering complex, high‑impact testing programmes that shape how our clients achieve excellence ’ll combine deep technical expertise with innovation and leadership, enhancing automation frameworks, applying AI‑driven techniques, and mentoring the next generation of test professionals.

We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, and a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching). Candidates must hold active UK Security Clearance upon application. The role operates within a flexible hybrid working model; occasional travel may be required.

• Define, implement, and lead test strategies for complex programmes, ensuring quality is built into every stage of delivery.
• Design and enhance automation frameworks with intelligent test generation, adaptive execution, and self‑healing capabilities.
• Work cross‑functionally with developers, architects, and business leads to embed testing into CI/CD and Dev Ops practices.
• Use AI tools to generate test cases, enhance coverage, and drive smarter, data‑led testing decisions.
• Support and develop engineers and test leads, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and shared learning.
• Track test metrics and outcomes, demonstrating measurable value and driving continuous enhancement across engagements.

• Extensive experience in test engineering across multiple domains.
• Expertise in automation frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Playwright, Cypress or similar).
• Strong coding/scripting skills in Java, Python, or JavaScript/Type Script.
• Experience applying AI techniques such as intelligent test generation or defect prediction.
• Familiarity with performance, load, and security testing.
• Strong understanding of Agile and Dev Ops delivery models.
• Proven experience leading test teams or mentoring others.
• Knowledge of cloud testing (AWS, Azure, or hybrid environments).
• ISTQB Advanced certification and experience testing AI/ML systems (desirable).

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. From day one, you’ll be invited to be an owner, shaping our company’s strategy and direction. Your work will create value by developing innovative solutions, building relationships with teammates and clients, and accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas. You will be supported by leaders who care about your health and well‑being and provided opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

Join us and be part of one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.