Closing date: 24 June 2026 Salary scale: £48,400 - £50,000 per annum What is the purpose of this job? This role will manage as directed technical and acceptance testing on multiple Programmes/projects/enhancements/upgrades as well as support related activities to support existing and inflight Digital Ticketing solutions providing direct benefits to the travelling public. The role will encompass both Manual and Automation across multiple ticketing mediums including contactless payment, Barcode as well as Web and mobile applications. The role requires proven experience in testing complex integrations as well as end to end solutions and detailed analysis and handling of defects, in both a waterfall and agile environment. What can I expect to do in this job? This isn't an exhaustive list, but things you can expect to lead and be involved with include: Support design and production of test cases, scripts, and plans across the lifecycle of projects for all aspects of acceptance, integration, and End to End Testing. Identify, manage and implement a range of manual as well as automation test scripts utilising identified tool(s) to ensure high quality and enduring testing output and reporting. Manage as directed all test issues through to completion including detailed analysis and where required issue resolution with both internal and external Suppliers and ensuring provision of status updates to required parties. Deliver technical documentation and guides as required. As part of a team ensuring provision and maintenance of a high-quality test environment. Where appropriate assist with developing internal test practices that complies to the DTS practices and test strategies. Input where required to test estimations to ensure correct tracking for projects and initiatives. Apply analytical skills to existing complex IT solutions as well as new and developing Digital Ticketing solutions. Build and maintain strong working relationships with both internal stakeholders, Customers, Suppliers, and vendors. Execute tests in the Test portfolio across multiple projects and initiatives. Where required representing the CBO service at relevant Boards and forums. Day to day management of own activities and prioritise accordingly. Aptitude for complex IT systems and messaging. Ability to work independently to achieve project deliverables & timescales. What experience, skills and knowledge do I need? The successful candidate will have proven experience in the implementation and execution of testing activities, including test automation, within large and complex solutions. They will demonstrate a strong track record in the production and delivery of technical documentation, including test artefacts, guides, and supporting materials, as required. Experience in certification and standards based testing is desirable. The role requires demonstrable experience in interpreting technical specifications, requirements and standards documentation and translating these into robust, traceable test scenarios and test cases. The candidate will also have proven capability in technical problem solving, risk identification, and the application of ITIL aligned processes. This position will involve close collaboration with cross functional internal teams, as well as technical teams from suppliers, customers and stakeholders. Candidates must be familiar with industry standard test tools and technologies, including ReadyAPI and Postman, Playwright, Selenium, Python, and SQL, alongside test management and defect tracking tools such as JIRA and TestRail. A detailed working knowledge of ITSO specifications and rail related standards (including RSPS 3002 and related frameworks) is essential. Knowledge of cEMV processes and practices is desirable. Why Work for RDG? We offer a highly competitive package, including: 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. Career Development & Progression You'll be part of a team driving innovation at a national scale, with the opportunity to influence long-term ticketing strategy. This role provides real ownership, the chance to work with leading-edge technologies and partners, and visibility at senior levels across the rail industry. You'll also gain wide exposure to transport and government stakeholders, opening up exciting development and progression opportunities within RDG. Apply Now & Shape the Future of UK Rail If you are interested in joining RDG we'd love to hear from you! Click Apply now to start your application and be part of a team that is leading digital innovation in the rail industry. Please note that we are unable to consider applications from candidates who require visa sponsorship to work in the UK.
29/07/2026
Full time
Closing date: 24 June 2026 Salary scale: £48,400 - £50,000 per annum What is the purpose of this job? This role will manage as directed technical and acceptance testing on multiple Programmes/projects/enhancements/upgrades as well as support related activities to support existing and inflight Digital Ticketing solutions providing direct benefits to the travelling public. The role will encompass both Manual and Automation across multiple ticketing mediums including contactless payment, Barcode as well as Web and mobile applications. The role requires proven experience in testing complex integrations as well as end to end solutions and detailed analysis and handling of defects, in both a waterfall and agile environment. What can I expect to do in this job? This isn't an exhaustive list, but things you can expect to lead and be involved with include: Support design and production of test cases, scripts, and plans across the lifecycle of projects for all aspects of acceptance, integration, and End to End Testing. Identify, manage and implement a range of manual as well as automation test scripts utilising identified tool(s) to ensure high quality and enduring testing output and reporting. Manage as directed all test issues through to completion including detailed analysis and where required issue resolution with both internal and external Suppliers and ensuring provision of status updates to required parties. Deliver technical documentation and guides as required. As part of a team ensuring provision and maintenance of a high-quality test environment. Where appropriate assist with developing internal test practices that complies to the DTS practices and test strategies. Input where required to test estimations to ensure correct tracking for projects and initiatives. Apply analytical skills to existing complex IT solutions as well as new and developing Digital Ticketing solutions. Build and maintain strong working relationships with both internal stakeholders, Customers, Suppliers, and vendors. Execute tests in the Test portfolio across multiple projects and initiatives. Where required representing the CBO service at relevant Boards and forums. Day to day management of own activities and prioritise accordingly. Aptitude for complex IT systems and messaging. Ability to work independently to achieve project deliverables & timescales. What experience, skills and knowledge do I need? The successful candidate will have proven experience in the implementation and execution of testing activities, including test automation, within large and complex solutions. They will demonstrate a strong track record in the production and delivery of technical documentation, including test artefacts, guides, and supporting materials, as required. Experience in certification and standards based testing is desirable. The role requires demonstrable experience in interpreting technical specifications, requirements and standards documentation and translating these into robust, traceable test scenarios and test cases. The candidate will also have proven capability in technical problem solving, risk identification, and the application of ITIL aligned processes. This position will involve close collaboration with cross functional internal teams, as well as technical teams from suppliers, customers and stakeholders. Candidates must be familiar with industry standard test tools and technologies, including ReadyAPI and Postman, Playwright, Selenium, Python, and SQL, alongside test management and defect tracking tools such as JIRA and TestRail. A detailed working knowledge of ITSO specifications and rail related standards (including RSPS 3002 and related frameworks) is essential. Knowledge of cEMV processes and practices is desirable. Why Work for RDG? We offer a highly competitive package, including: 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. Career Development & Progression You'll be part of a team driving innovation at a national scale, with the opportunity to influence long-term ticketing strategy. This role provides real ownership, the chance to work with leading-edge technologies and partners, and visibility at senior levels across the rail industry. You'll also gain wide exposure to transport and government stakeholders, opening up exciting development and progression opportunities within RDG. Apply Now & Shape the Future of UK Rail If you are interested in joining RDG we'd love to hear from you! Click Apply now to start your application and be part of a team that is leading digital innovation in the rail industry. Please note that we are unable to consider applications from candidates who require visa sponsorship to work in the UK.
Rail Delivery Group is looking for a Testing Lead to manage technical testing for Digital Ticketing projects. This role is crucial in ensuring quality assurance through testing and analysis, working with various technologies including automation tools. The ideal candidate has proven experience in complex testing environments and is well-versed in technical documentation. Enthusiastic about digital innovation in the rail industry, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams. Benefit from a competitive package including 30 days annual leave, private medical insurance, and 75% off rail travel.
29/07/2026
Full time
Rail Delivery Group is looking for a Testing Lead to manage technical testing for Digital Ticketing projects. This role is crucial in ensuring quality assurance through testing and analysis, working with various technologies including automation tools. The ideal candidate has proven experience in complex testing environments and is well-versed in technical documentation. Enthusiastic about digital innovation in the rail industry, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams. Benefit from a competitive package including 30 days annual leave, private medical insurance, and 75% off rail travel.
Closing date: 24 June 2026 Salary scale: £50,000 - £52,500 per annum What is the purpose of this job? This role will manage as directed the development implementation and ongoing support of risk-based compliance testing to ensure compliant solutions with all existing and new RDG Policies and Standards, identifying non compliance, risks and providing solution based alternatives. This role will additionally encompass certification testing being part of the standards enhancements currently in flight within DTS. This role will also encompass execution of scripted solutions on multiple Digital Ticketing projects/enhancements/upgrades and support related activities. What can I expect to do in this job? This isn't an exhaustive list, but things you can expect to lead and be involved with include: Identify manage and implement a range of manual as well as automation test scripts utilising identified tool(s) to ensure high quality and enduring testing output and reporting. Providing detailed technical input and opportunities for automation across the test spectrum and portfolio. Contribute to the development of test cases for new standards currently being developed for both internal testing as well as external Vendor testing. Certification Testing with Suppliers and vendors, analysing outputs against Standards and recommending approvals for Certification as well as managing issues and shortfalls. Develop, implement and execute continuous risk based compliance testing to ensure effectiveness of RDG's policies and standards. Implement and maintain a Non Compliance Risk Register and develop recommendation on corrective measures as well as enhancements to RDGs policies and standards. Provide testing support within the Test portfolio across multiple projects and initiatives. Deliver Technical documentation and guides as required. Where required representing the DTS service at relevant Boards and forums. Building strong relationships with peers internally and from suppliers, customers, stakeholders, standards Authorities, and vendors. Day to day management of own activities and prioritise accordingly. Aptitude for complex IT systems and messaging. Keen understanding of system analysis. Ability to work independently to achieve project deliverables & timescales. What experience, skills and knowledge do I need? The successful candidate will have proven experience in the implementation and execution of testing activities, including test automation, within large and complex solutions that operate under strict standards compliance frameworks. They will demonstrate a strong track record in the production and delivery of technical documentation, including test artefacts, guides, and supporting materials, as required. Experience in certification and standards based testing is highly desirable. The role requires demonstrable experience in interpreting technical specifications and standards documentation and translating these into robust, traceable test scenarios and test cases. The candidate will also have proven capability in technical problem solving, risk identification, and the application of ITIL aligned processes. This position will involve close collaboration with cross functional internal teams, as well as technical teams from suppliers, customers, stakeholders, and Standards Authorities. Candidates must be familiar with industry standard test tools and technologies, including SOAPUI/REST, Playwright, Selenium, Python, and SQL, alongside test management and defect tracking tools such as JIRA and TestRail. A detailed working knowledge of ITSO specifications and rail related standards (including RSPS 3002 and related frameworks) is essential, as standards compliance and formal certification will be a core responsibility of the role. Knowledge of cEMV processes and practices is desirable. Why Work for RDG? We offer a highly competitive package, including: 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. Career Development & Progression You'll be part of a team driving innovation at a national scale, with the opportunity to influence long term ticketing strategy. This role provides real ownership, the chance to work with leading edge technologies and partners, and visibility at senior levels across the rail industry. You'll also gain wide exposure to transport and government stakeholders, opening up exciting development and progression opportunities within RDG. Please note that we are unable to consider applications from candidates who require visa sponsorship to work in the UK.
29/07/2026
Full time
Closing date: 24 June 2026 Salary scale: £50,000 - £52,500 per annum What is the purpose of this job? This role will manage as directed the development implementation and ongoing support of risk-based compliance testing to ensure compliant solutions with all existing and new RDG Policies and Standards, identifying non compliance, risks and providing solution based alternatives. This role will additionally encompass certification testing being part of the standards enhancements currently in flight within DTS. This role will also encompass execution of scripted solutions on multiple Digital Ticketing projects/enhancements/upgrades and support related activities. What can I expect to do in this job? This isn't an exhaustive list, but things you can expect to lead and be involved with include: Identify manage and implement a range of manual as well as automation test scripts utilising identified tool(s) to ensure high quality and enduring testing output and reporting. Providing detailed technical input and opportunities for automation across the test spectrum and portfolio. Contribute to the development of test cases for new standards currently being developed for both internal testing as well as external Vendor testing. Certification Testing with Suppliers and vendors, analysing outputs against Standards and recommending approvals for Certification as well as managing issues and shortfalls. Develop, implement and execute continuous risk based compliance testing to ensure effectiveness of RDG's policies and standards. Implement and maintain a Non Compliance Risk Register and develop recommendation on corrective measures as well as enhancements to RDGs policies and standards. Provide testing support within the Test portfolio across multiple projects and initiatives. Deliver Technical documentation and guides as required. Where required representing the DTS service at relevant Boards and forums. Building strong relationships with peers internally and from suppliers, customers, stakeholders, standards Authorities, and vendors. Day to day management of own activities and prioritise accordingly. Aptitude for complex IT systems and messaging. Keen understanding of system analysis. Ability to work independently to achieve project deliverables & timescales. What experience, skills and knowledge do I need? The successful candidate will have proven experience in the implementation and execution of testing activities, including test automation, within large and complex solutions that operate under strict standards compliance frameworks. They will demonstrate a strong track record in the production and delivery of technical documentation, including test artefacts, guides, and supporting materials, as required. Experience in certification and standards based testing is highly desirable. The role requires demonstrable experience in interpreting technical specifications and standards documentation and translating these into robust, traceable test scenarios and test cases. The candidate will also have proven capability in technical problem solving, risk identification, and the application of ITIL aligned processes. This position will involve close collaboration with cross functional internal teams, as well as technical teams from suppliers, customers, stakeholders, and Standards Authorities. Candidates must be familiar with industry standard test tools and technologies, including SOAPUI/REST, Playwright, Selenium, Python, and SQL, alongside test management and defect tracking tools such as JIRA and TestRail. A detailed working knowledge of ITSO specifications and rail related standards (including RSPS 3002 and related frameworks) is essential, as standards compliance and formal certification will be a core responsibility of the role. Knowledge of cEMV processes and practices is desirable. Why Work for RDG? We offer a highly competitive package, including: 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. Career Development & Progression You'll be part of a team driving innovation at a national scale, with the opportunity to influence long term ticketing strategy. This role provides real ownership, the chance to work with leading edge technologies and partners, and visibility at senior levels across the rail industry. You'll also gain wide exposure to transport and government stakeholders, opening up exciting development and progression opportunities within RDG. Please note that we are unable to consider applications from candidates who require visa sponsorship to work in the UK.
Rail Delivery Group in Greater London is looking for a compliance testing manager focused on risk. This role involves managing testing to support RDG's policies and standards, including automated and manual testing on digital projects. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in testing and technical documentation, especially related to compliance with strict standards. They will also be familiar with various test tools, including SOAPUI and Selenium.
29/07/2026
Full time
Rail Delivery Group in Greater London is looking for a compliance testing manager focused on risk. This role involves managing testing to support RDG's policies and standards, including automated and manual testing on digital projects. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in testing and technical documentation, especially related to compliance with strict standards. They will also be familiar with various test tools, including SOAPUI and Selenium.
Closing Date: 4th August 2026 Salary Range: £59,032 - £80,000 per annum The Solution Architect will play an integral role in defining, delivering and supporting solutions for RDG's delivery programmes, products and services. They will be responsible for ensuring that the solution architecture meets the business requirements, leverages RDG's cloud platform and shared technology services, aligns with RDG Architecture Principles and Policies and comply with any agreed Government Digital Service (GDS) standards. We are looking for someone who has experience in some of the following: Software procurement, design, development and integration, e.g. front and/or back-end development and complex systems/data integration involving several internal/external applications, shared technology platforms etc. Cloud platforms and data services, e.g. Amazon Web Service, AWS Redshift, Tableau Platform and infrastructure services, e.g. API gateway and management, e.g. AWS API Gateway Message queue and broker, e.g. Kafka, ActiveMQ Identity and Access Management (IAM), e.g. Microsoft Entra ID Why Work for RDG? We offer a highly competitive package, including: 75% discount on rail travel (for work and leisure), plus international rail discounts 30 Days annual leave (plus buy/sell options and additional leave for key life events) Two Personal Development Days are granted to employees annually Interest free 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 8.64% employer contribution Subsidised Private Medical Insurance (Vitality PPP) and Health Cash Plan (Healthshield) Access to our flexible benefits portal - a central hub for accessing retail discounts, shopping, dining, travel, and entertainment perks Flexible working arrangements available
24/07/2026
Full time
Closing Date: 4th August 2026 Salary Range: £59,032 - £80,000 per annum The Solution Architect will play an integral role in defining, delivering and supporting solutions for RDG's delivery programmes, products and services. They will be responsible for ensuring that the solution architecture meets the business requirements, leverages RDG's cloud platform and shared technology services, aligns with RDG Architecture Principles and Policies and comply with any agreed Government Digital Service (GDS) standards. We are looking for someone who has experience in some of the following: Software procurement, design, development and integration, e.g. front and/or back-end development and complex systems/data integration involving several internal/external applications, shared technology platforms etc. Cloud platforms and data services, e.g. Amazon Web Service, AWS Redshift, Tableau Platform and infrastructure services, e.g. API gateway and management, e.g. AWS API Gateway Message queue and broker, e.g. Kafka, ActiveMQ Identity and Access Management (IAM), e.g. Microsoft Entra ID Why Work for RDG? We offer a highly competitive package, including: 75% discount on rail travel (for work and leisure), plus international rail discounts 30 Days annual leave (plus buy/sell options and additional leave for key life events) Two Personal Development Days are granted to employees annually Interest free 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 8.64% employer contribution Subsidised Private Medical Insurance (Vitality PPP) and Health Cash Plan (Healthshield) Access to our flexible benefits portal - a central hub for accessing retail discounts, shopping, dining, travel, and entertainment perks Flexible working arrangements available
Rail Delivery Group is seeking a Solution Architect to define, deliver and support solutions across RDG's delivery programmes, products and services. You will ensure the solution architecture meets business requirements, uses RDG's cloud platform and compliant with Government Digital Service standards. Experience in cloud platforms, data services and integration, API gateways, IAM and messaging (Kafka/ActiveMQ) is valued. This role offers a competitive package and flexible working.
24/07/2026
Full time
Rail Delivery Group is seeking a Solution Architect to define, deliver and support solutions across RDG's delivery programmes, products and services. You will ensure the solution architecture meets business requirements, uses RDG's cloud platform and compliant with Government Digital Service standards. Experience in cloud platforms, data services and integration, API gateways, IAM and messaging (Kafka/ActiveMQ) is valued. This role offers a competitive package and flexible working.