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Lead Test Automation Developer

inMusic

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Responsibilities

  • Lead a new squad delivering inMusic's test automation initiative for music production products.
  • Select, implement, and maintain the automation framework, toolchain, and coding standards used across the initiative.
  • Design and build the CI integration, including multi-platform agent configuration and test reporting.
  • Develop the initial regression suite for a pilot project, establishing the patterns that product squads will follow.
  • Publish and maintain a live coverage and results dashboard giving clear visibility of automation progress and quality across products.
  • Plan and track the squad's work with Jira.
  • Govern the use of AI-assisted test generation: select appropriate tooling, define prompting and review standards, and ensure AI-generated scripts meet quality thresholds.
  • Work closely with the Director of Software Development, product squads and QA to make adopting the framework and its patterns straightforward.

Requirements

  • Strong test automation experience, including selecting and designing frameworks and building regression suites that stay reliable and maintainable as they grow.
  • Proficient in C++ and scripting languages appropriate to the task, such as Python. JUCE experience is an advantage.
  • Experience with designing and maintaining CI pipelines, ideally with Jenkins, including multi-platform build and test agents.
  • The ability to lead a small squad: setting standards, reviewing work, and planning deliverables.
  • Strong debugging, testing, and technical communication skills.
  • Fluent in spoken English with strong writing skills.
  • Interest in music technology, creator tools, hardware/software integration, or audio workflows.
  • A considered, practical view of AI-assisted test generation and the review discipline needed to use it well.

Benefits

  • 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
  • Private Healthcare
  • Pension scheme inMusic UK Employee Assistance Programme
  • Cycle To Work Scheme

Hybrid working options available

  • Staff discount on products sold by inMusic (for personal use only)
  • £1,000 annual allowance for training and development
  • Sick pay

Why Join Us

  • Work on market leading products used by creators and musicians around the world.
  • Build a new automation capability from the ground up and set its technical direction.
  • Join a practical, creative environment that values clear thinking, customer impact, and measurable outcomes.