Core Responsibilities: Full ownership of quality assurance and test strategy execution across the project lifecycle, ensuring alignment with central government standards and delivery frameworks. Lead end-to-end testing activities , from planning through to post-deployment validation, including proactive collaboration with developers to resolve defects in lower environments. … Drive and oversee automated and manual testing practices , with responsibility for automation strategies covering unit, integration, system, and non-functionaltesting (NFT). Design and implement a scalable QA operating model and team structure, including onboarding, mentoring, and performance management of internal QA staff. Direct testing across multiple streams including … Operational Acceptance Testing (OAT) , User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and Business Acceptance Testing (BAT) . Own and maintain stakeholder engagement across development, architecture, business analysis and operations teams. Ensure all testing outputs are compliant with traceability, auditability, and documentation standards relevant to central government environments. Oversee integration of testing within CI More ❯
Windsor, Berkshire, England, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Proactive Appointments
closely with relevant departments and stakeholders to report defects when required. Expected experience & skills • Minimum 5 years proven track record in software test lead roles doing hands-on testing • Must have experience in Agile/Scrum models … Strong Testing experience with API, Cross Platform Testing, Cross Browser Testing, Web, Mobile and Tablet • Strong Testing Experience in Non-Functionaltesting • Experience of working with Test Management tools like JIRA, TFS, ALM • Familiar with C# .NET, HTML, SQL & Java • Good Experience of working with SQL … and SQL Management Studio. • Excellent knowledge in Postman & SOAP UI for API Testing • Must be able to work closely with the BA & development teams • Self-motivated and highly professional with ability to lead and take ownership and responsibility • A strong team member and player • Strong attention to detail Beneficial skills/experience • Automation skills experience creating and maintaining More ❯
our customers. Person specification Responsibilities Working in a multidisciplinary agile team on a wide range of digital projects, you will use Government Digital Service Standards (GDS) and software testing … tools. You will ensure the right level of quality is built into services throughout the lifecycle of a delivery by engineering automated and functional and non-functional tests. As a Lead Test Engineer, you will provide professional software test engineering leadership and influence the automated testing approach. You will contribute to the … and using Behavioural Driven Development or similar approaches in practice. Experience in testing APIs using Postman, Axios, RestAssured or similar. An excellent working knowledge of non-functionaltesting, using open-source tools. You can advise on and implement up-to-date non-functionaltesting techniques, peer More ❯
our customers. Person specification Responsibilities Working in a multidisciplinary agile team on a wide range of digital projects, you will use Government Digital Service Standards (GDS) and software testing … tools. You will ensure the right level of quality is built into services throughout the lifecycle of a delivery by engineering automated and functional and non-functional tests. As a Lead Test Engineer, you will provide professional software test engineering leadership and influence the automated testing approach. You will contribute to the … and using Behavioural Driven Development or similar approaches in practice. Experience in testing APIs using Postman, Axios, RestAssured or similar. An excellent working knowledge of non-functionaltesting, using open-source tools. You can advise on and implement up-to-date non-functionaltesting techniques, peer More ❯
our customers. Person specification Responsibilities Working in a multidisciplinary agile team on a wide range of digital projects, you will use Government Digital Service Standards (GDS) and software testing … tools. You will ensure the right level of quality is built into services throughout the lifecycle of a delivery by engineering automated and functional and non-functional tests. As a Lead Test Engineer, you will provide professional software test engineering leadership and influence the automated testing approach. You will contribute to the … and using Behavioural Driven Development or similar approaches in practice. Experience in testing APIs using Postman, Axios, RestAssured or similar. An excellent working knowledge of non-functionaltesting, using open-source tools. You can advise on and implement up-to-date non-functionaltesting techniques, peer More ❯
our customers. Person specification Responsibilities Working in a multidisciplinary agile team on a wide range of digital projects, you will use Government Digital Service Standards (GDS) and software testing … tools. You will ensure the right level of quality is built into services throughout the lifecycle of a delivery by engineering automated and functional and non-functional tests. As a Lead Test Engineer, you will provide professional software test engineering leadership and influence the automated testing approach. You will contribute to the … and using Behavioural Driven Development or similar approaches in practice. Experience in testing APIs using Postman, Axios, RestAssured or similar. An excellent working knowledge of non-functionaltesting, using open-source tools. You can advise on and implement up-to-date non-functionaltesting techniques, peer More ❯
Cardiff, South Glamorgan, Wales, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Hoop Recruitment
supporting a UK government organisation as they continue to transform their digital services. They are now seeking a Lead Test Engineer (Security) to take ownership of the security testing strategy across their platforms.This is an opportunity to lead, mentor, and influence security testing practices in an agile, forward-thinking digital department with a strong focus on … public value, collaboration, and continuous improvement.Key responsibilities Lead the organisation’s approach to non-functional security testing across the full software development lifecycle. Manage and support a team of testers, providing coaching, mentoring, and oversight of workstreams. Run and oversee vulnerability assessments and penetration tests using tools such as Burp Suite. Design, implement, and … and advocate for secure development and testing practices. What we’re looking for Proven experience in security testing, with a strong focus on non-functionaltesting approaches. Hands-on experience leading, coaching, or managing technical teams. Certification in ethical hacking or penetration testing (e.g. 7Safe CSTA, GIAC), or More ❯
ensure product quality Collaborating closely with development teams to understand requirements and functionalities Implementing continuous development and integration practices (CI/CD) Conducting functional and non-functionaltesting to validate product performance Writing and maintaining BASH scripts for automation tasks Monitoring and maintaining automated test environments, primarily on Linux systems Engaging with … clients to gather feedback and improve testing processes Contributing to the ongoing development and refinement of testing procedures Job Requirements: The successful applicant should have experience in some or all of … the following areas: Software testing with a focus on automation (e.g. Jenkins, Ansible) Continuous Development/Continuous Integration (CI/CD) Functional and non-functionaltesting BASH scripting Linux systems Holding an active or recently active DV clearance Desirable Experience: Experience working in a software development team Knowledge of software More ❯
automation frameworks for APIs and microservices. Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines to ensure rapid and reliable feedback. Develop and execute functional and non-functional tests (e.g. performance, security). Identify gaps in automation coverage and implement effective solutions. Perform exploratory and manual testing where appropriate. Drive root cause analysis … collaborative engineering culture through Chapters, Squads, and Guilds. Experience Required Technical Expertise Proven experience designing, building, and maintaining automated test frameworks for UI, Mobile App, APIs and non-functional testing. Strong programming skills in JavaScript/TypeScript and experience with BDD frameworks like Cucumber. Experience with user interface testing tools such as Playwright. Experience … or similar with Simulator and/or Browserstack. Skilled in integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines, especially using platforms like Azure or GitLab. Familiarity with non-functionaltesting tools such as Artillery and JMeter. Solid understanding of RESTful APIs, SOAP, and data formats like JSON/XML. Experience with SQL for data More ❯
functional sub-components. What You'll Be Doing Test Automation Development : Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks, tools, and libraries. Integrate, implement, and optimise automated testing strategies to enhance CI/CD pipelines. Performance and Security Testing : Develop and execute performance and load test strategies to ensure the system can handle high volumes … Support engineers to debug and resolve complex issues, including fixing bugs. Test Planning and Execution : Translating product requirements into high-level test strategies and architectural decisions. Ensuring non-functional requirements (NFRs), such as performance and security, are considered early in the development lifecycle. Collaboration : Work closely with other SDETs, Software Engineers, QA Analysts, and DevOps Engineers … testing tools such as JMeter, Neoload or LoadRunner, or modern alternatives like K6, Gatling, Locust. Proficient in Java Experience with scripting languages for automation tasks. Non-functionaltesting (particularly performance & security) Strong understanding of software testing principles and methodologies. Familiarity with version control systems like Git. Excellent problem-solving skills More ❯
Coventry, Meriden, Solihull, West Midlands (County), United Kingdom
Pertemps Dudley West Brom Perms
previous role, industrial placement, or graduate scheme. You will be joining a growing development team near Coventry. In this role, you will build on your foundation in software testing to support the delivery of reliable, high-quality software products. You will be involved in the full testing lifecycle, including test case design, bug reporting, regression testing, and contributing to team discussions about quality and improvements. This is an ideal opportunity if you have taken your first steps in testing and now want to be part of a collaborative Agile team where you can continue to develop technically while gaining exposure to modern testing practices and tools. Key Responsibilities of the … manual tests across desktop or web applications Exposure to SQL or basic database validation Awareness of automation tools such as Selenium or Playwright Interest in performance or non-functionaltesting A proactive approach to learning and improving testing practices If you are looking for an opportunity which involves training and development as More ❯
pipelines, automation (Terraform/Ansible), and Agile environments. Skilled in databases (Relational and NoSQL) and RESTful API services. Familiarity with enterprise logging, monitoring (e.g., ELK, Prometheus), and non-functional testing. It Means More: Delivering innovation that impacts millions of end users. Working on challenging projects with industry-leading cloud and DevOps technologies. Building a career where More ❯
As a Senior Test Engineer, you will be part of a small, agile delivery team working on an active project. Your role will be to ensure continuous automated testing within a CI/CD lifecycle. Testing responsibilities include: Utilizing a range of open-source tools and frameworks Manual and automation testing Working with DevOps … and agile practices such as TDD, BDD, ATDD, and continuous testing through CI/CD pipelines, complemented by exploratory testing Designing and implementing automated test frameworks for UI and … API testing Technologies used include Selenium, Cypress.io, Webdriver.io, Playwright, Cucumber, Robot Framework, Serenity BDD, and Rest Assured Contributing to QA team improvements and innovation Performing non-functionaltesting (security, performance, accessibility, OAT) using various tools The Fit: We seek proactive Test Engineers passionate about manual and automation testing, with experience More ❯
will join one of our small, fast-paced, agile delivery teams. Working on one of our inflight projects, you will play a key role to ensure continuous automated testing is implemented, early and often, as a part of a CI/CD lifecycle. Testing at IIG consists of a wide range of responsibilities, the list below … of the tasks you may be asked to undertake; Use a wide range of technologies, specialising in the use of open source Tools and Frameworks. Manual & Automation software testing Working with DevOps and agile methodologies - TDD, BDD, ATDD and continuous testing through CI/CD pipelines and supported by manual/exploratory testing skills … Automated Test Frameworks across UI & API. Contributing to the wider QA team, bringing forward new ideas and taking accountability for improvements to the test framework and processes. Non-Functionaltesting as required using a wide variety of test tools across, Security, Performance, Accessibility and Operational Acceptance Testing (OAT). The Fit: Our More ❯
Aykley Heads, Durham, County Durham, England, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Atom Bank
days the same in Atom):As a Senior Software Development Engineer in Test you’ll lead on the creation, implementation & maintenance of fully automated functional & non-functional tests using the latest frameworks and tools. Our Technology teams are organised into Value Streams, with a Delivery team aligned to each of these, focused on delivering … tech change safely and at pace to support our continued growth. This role sits within our Savings Value Stream.As Senior SDET you’ll drive testing excellence within the delivery team and provide support and coaching for our team of SDET’s & Testers, ensuring effective test solutions are executed. You’ll lead testing discussions and provide thought … automation, presenting these to the Testing Discipline and Senior Leadership for consideration. - Lead, own and drive agreed test discipline initiatives that will enhance our Test Automation and NFT frameworks and methodologies.- Review test automation merge requests and automation code against coding best practices, providing feedback to less experienced SDETs within the Value Stream team/TestingMore ❯
Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, England, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Atom Bank
a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) you are part of our Testing team where you are responsible for building fully automated Functional & Non-Functional tests using the latest test frameworks and tools. Our Technology function is organised into 5 Value Streams, with a Delivery team aligned to each of these, focused … enable shift-left defect detection.You will:- Be an advocate of test automation and shift-left best practices- Develop, maintain, and execute fully automated Functional and Non-Functional tests for new or existing features using the latest automation frameworks- Design test approaches and perform exploratory testing as required- Provide day-to-day hands … on support and maintenance of our automation lab and test tools- Support initiatives and providing technical input into driving and implementing changes to our Test Automation and NFT frameworks and methodologies.- Build up a domain knowledge of the technical landscape and various systems and applications under test- Provide coaching and technical advice to other testers and value stream members including More ❯
Cardiff, South Glamorgan, Wales, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Hoop Recruitment
a UK government organisation as they continue their digital transformation journey. They’re now looking to appoint a Senior Test Engineer (Security) to lead and enhance their non-functionaltesting capability.This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive, agile environment that prioritises innovation, collaboration and work-life balance. Key responsibilities: Deliver and … support security testing workstreams, including vulnerability assessments and penetration testing. Lead on best practice in security testing and provide guidance to fellow testers. Collaborate closely with developers and delivery teams throughout the software development lifecycle. Contribute to the design and implementation of automated security testing pipelines. Essential skills and experience: Proven experience in security … testing. Certification in ethical hacking or penetration testing (e.g. 7Safe CSTA, GIAC), or currently working towards one. Working knowledge of at least five of the following: Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, Postman, OAuth2/OpenID Jenkins or Concourse CI/CD pipelines Unix/Linux systems AWS or similar cloud platform SQL/MongoDB/Oracle databases Static or More ❯
of test engineers as necessary. Develop lead and support the development of test scripts and test evidence in support of UAT, performance, availability, security, functional & non-functional testing. If this role is of interest, please apply with latest CV for immediate consideration. More ❯
Sheffield, Yorkshire, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
The Curve
currently residing in the United Kingdom. Key Responsibilities: Design and execute functional test cases based on business scenarios, collaborating with team members. Design and execute non-functional test cases in instructed environments. Select and utilise appropriate testing tools and techniques. Coordinate and run User Acceptance Testing (UAT), collating and reproducing … client feedback. Collaborate with stakeholders to understand system specifications and develop testing strategies. Identify, document, and report bugs and errors. Assist in troubleshooting and support corrective actions. Promote modern testing techniques and stay updated with industry trends. Work with Agile teams to improve software development processes. Utilise testing tools and frameworks to streamline testing. … ZephyrScale). Understanding of software development life cycles and Agile methodologies. Excellent problem-solving and attention to detail. Strong collaboration and communication skills. Preferred Skills: Experience in automation testing with tools like Selenium. Experience in performance testing with tools such as Gatling or JMeter. Experience overseeing User Acceptance Testing (UAT). About You: Are More ❯
position (3 months) and requires hybrid working from our Glasgow office. We are seeking a highly experienced QA professional with a balanced skill set in manual and automation testing, a strategic mindset, and a passion for delivering high-quality software. You will work on a high-impact project focusing on maintaining regression coverage, enhancing test automation suites, and … be expected to: Define and execute hybrid test strategies that integrate both manual and automated testing approaches. Ensure robust coverage across functional, regression, non-functional, and security aspects. Leverage SDLC and Agile principles to coach and support QA practices across the delivery lifecycle. Conduct thorough manual testing of digital applications … including exploratory, functional, and non-functional testing. Maintain and extend existing automated regression test suites using Selenium or equivalent tools. Support test automation in pipelines, ensuring high visibility of test results and actionable feedback loops. Own the defect lifecycle: review, triage, prioritise, and escalate defects as needed. Anticipate risks, proactively remove blockers, and uphold More ❯
Town Centre, Telford, Shropshire, England, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
TXP
Key Responsibilities Implement QA strategy in collaboration with the Programme QA Lead. Lead test planning, risk management, and quality assurance across delivery teams. Drive automation and shift-left testing practices from early development stages. Ensure compliance with governance standards and produce key QA deliverables. Provide hands-on support and report on QA progress and milestones. Skills & Experience Strong … cloud (AWS/Azure), Kubernetes, and databases (Oracle RDS, SQL, MongoDB). Technical knowledge of Java 21 and Spring Boot. Deep understanding of all test levels and non-functional testing. What You Bring Strategic, hands-on mindset with strong planning and stakeholder skills. Passion for quality, automation-first approaches, and continuous improvement. Ability to influence and More ❯
Drive project delivery across software, infrastructure, and transformation programmes using Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid frameworks. Develop and enforce QA standards, processes, and frameworks to support functional, non-functional, and operational acceptance testing. Lead and mentor QA teams, fostering capability development and high performance across global, cross-functional units. Partner with business and … technical stakeholders to align quality and delivery efforts with strategic goals. Manage UAT, SIT, DR, and NFT activities , ensuring quality and compliance across all test phases. Coordinate with third-party vendors and offshore delivery teams, ensuring consistency, quality, and SLA adherence. Create and maintain KPI dashboards and executive-level reports , providing visibility into testing progress, quality metrics, and … Excellent skills in stakeholder engagement, communication, and executive-level reporting . Demonstrated ability to lead incident and root cause analysis and implement effective corrective actions. Experience with non-functionaltesting, automation, and test environment governance . Hands-on familiarity with tools such as JIRA, Azure DevOps, Zephyr, Trello, HP ALM, and MS Project. Strong More ❯
Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Health Research Authority
Job summary CV Recruitment - We want to make applications for this role as easy as possible! Please apply using your CV Quality Assurance and Testing is an important part of the delivery of digital systems within the Health Research Authority. We have a team of skilled test professionals who make sure quality is delivered in the most effective … looking to add testing skills to our existing team as we are part of an ambitious programme that will utilise different functional and non-functional test levels at depth. As a Senior Test Analyst, you will design and execute test plans, and carry out testing as part of a broader … activity undertaken will include discovery capture, test definition and the estimation of test effort, as part of a broader risk-based approach within functional and non-functional testing. The Senior Test Analyst will ensure that all products delivered both internally and by suppliers, including significant update releases and routine fixes, are thoroughly tested, and More ❯
Job summary CV Recruitment - We want to make applications for this role as easy as possible! Please apply using your CV Quality Assurance and Testing is an important part of the delivery of digital systems within the Health Research Authority. We have a team of skilled test professionals who make sure quality is delivered in the most effective … looking to add testing skills to our existing team as we are part of an ambitious programme that will utilise different functional and non-functional test levels at depth. As a Senior Test Analyst, you will design and execute test plans, and carry out testing as part of a broader … activity undertaken will include discovery capture, test definition and the estimation of test effort, as part of a broader risk-based approach within functional and non-functional testing. The Senior Test Analyst will ensure that all products delivered both internally and by suppliers, including significant update releases and routine fixes, are thoroughly tested, and More ❯
Job summary CV Recruitment - We want to make applications for this role as easy as possible! Please apply using your CV Quality Assurance and Testing is an important part of the delivery of digital systems within the Health Research Authority. We have a team of skilled test professionals who make sure quality is delivered in the most effective … looking to add testing skills to our existing team as we are part of an ambitious programme that will utilise different functional and non-functional test levels at depth. As a Senior Test Analyst, you will design and execute test plans, and carry out testing as part of a broader … activity undertaken will include discovery capture, test definition and the estimation of test effort, as part of a broader risk-based approach within functional and non-functional testing. The Senior Test Analyst will ensure that all products delivered both internally and by suppliers, including significant update releases and routine fixes, are thoroughly tested, and More ❯