DTS Test Engineer – 18M FTC

Rail Delivery Group

DTS Test Engineer managing technical and acceptance testing on Digital Ticketing solutions in the UK. Collaborating with cross-functional teams and ensuring high-quality testing outputs.

Posted 6/8/2026full-timeLondon • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £48,400 - £50,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonSeleniumSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage as directed technical and acceptance testing on multiple Programmes/projects/enhancements/upgrades.
Support related activities to existing and inflight Digital Ticketing solutions.
Support design and production of test cases, scripts, and plans across the project lifecycle.
Identify, manage and implement a range of manual and automation test scripts.
Manage all test issues through to completion including detailed analysis and resolution with stakeholders.
Deliver technical documentation and guides as required.
Ensure maintenance of a high-quality test environment.
Assist with developing internal test practices complying with DTS practices and test strategies.
Apply analytical skills to existing complex IT solutions.
Build and maintain strong working relationships with stakeholders and customers.
Execute tests in the Test portfolio across multiple projects.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven experience in the implementation and execution of testing activities, including test automation, within large and complex solutions.
Strong track record in the production and delivery of technical documentation, including test artefacts, guides, and supporting materials.
Experience in certification and standards‑based testing is desirable.
Demonstrable experience in interpreting technical specifications, requirements and standards documentation.
Proven capability in technical problem‑solving, risk identification, and the application of ITIL‑aligned processes.
Familiar with industry‑standard test tools and technologies, including ReadyAPI and Postman, Playwright, Selenium, Python, and SQL.
Knowledge of ITSO specifications and rail‑related standards (including RSPS 3002 and related frameworks) is essential.
Knowledge of cEMV processes and practices is desirable.

Benefits

Comp & perks

75% off rail travel for personal and family use, plus international rail discounts.
30 Days annual leave (plus buy/sell options and additional leave for key life events)
Season ticket loan for commuting costs.
Enhanced family leave – 30 weeks full pay for maternity, adoption, surrogacy, and shared parental leave.
Pension scheme – up to 11.58% employer contribution.
Private medical insurance including mental health and specialist care.
Discounted gym membership and access to wellbeing programmes.

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Hard Skills & Tools

test automationtechnical documentationtest case productiontest script developmentmanual testinganalytical skillsproblem-solvingrisk identificationITIL processesSQL

Soft Skills

relationship buildingstakeholder managementcommunication