Test Manager

Are you a technical QA powerhouse looking for a high-autonomy role in London?

We are looking for a Senior Test Engineer to lead the technical implementation of our client testing frameworks and drive quality across complex, large-scale projects.

Rate- up to £500 a day Outside IR35

Location: London (Hybrid: 2-3 days/week)

Focus: Framework Implementation, Automation, and CI/CD Integration

The Role

As a Senior Test Engineer, you will be the technical authority on how we test. You will:

• Build & Scale: Design and implement robust automated test solutions from scratch.
• Lead by Example: Oversee testing activities for major project streams, ensuring high standards are met.
• Embed Quality: Collaborate with Architects and Devs to bake quality into the code-not just test it later.
• Drive Improvement: Identify gaps in our automation coverage and toolset, then fix them.
• Mentor: Guide junior engineers in best practices, from clean code in scripts to effective manual exploratory testing.

What You Bring

Essential:

• Significant experience in software testing within structured development environments.
• Expertise in both manual and automated testing techniques.
• Strong knowledge of test automation frameworks and scripting.
• Proven experience leading testing activities on complex projects.
• Ability to mentor and support junior colleagues.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficiency with test management and defect tracking tools.
• You must be eligible for SC clearance

Desirable:

• Hands-on with CI/CD pipelines and containerization
• Experience in Performance or Security testing.
• ISTQB Advanced Level or equivalent certification.

Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.