IntaPeople are proud to be supporting a well-established organisation who require an experienced Lead QA Engineer to join as their new ‘Head of Quality Assurance’. This role plays a key part in the delivery of high-quality products within the software development. You will be actively involved with the testing of their software systems whilst providing leadership, mentorship and guidance to the QA team and business stakeholders.
The CTO describes this role as 70%-80% hands-on, 20%-30% leadership.
Reporting to the Chief Technology Officer you will be responsible for (but not limited to):
* Lead the Quality Assurance function and team in developing and executing comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts to validate software functionality, performance, and reliability
* Mentor and coach QA team members, providing guidance on testing methodologies, tools, and techniques, and fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement
* Provide authoritative advice and guidance on any aspect of test planning and execution
* Perform thorough regression testing when bugs are resolved
* Provide support/mentorship for the creation of test cases using own in-depth technical analysis of both functional and non-functional specifications
* Determine testing policy and own the supporting processes
* Taking responsibility and accountability for the management of all testing activities
* Create detailed, comprehensive test cases that are reviewed and agreed upon with the product owners
* Contribute to writing blog articles, white papers and case studies as needed
Experience and Skills at a glance:
* Computer Science/studies related degree (or relative experience)
* Proven experience in a Senior QA leadership/management role
* The ability to lead effectively across functional software teams
* Strong understanding and demonstrable use of hands-on software testing methodologies, tools and, techniques
* Agile methodologies/environments
* Experience In the use of Quality Assurance test management platforms
* Experience in programming languages, such as JavaScript
* Demonstrable use and understanding of SQL querying
* Certifications such as ISTQB, CSTE or CSQA are highly desirable
* Familiarity with implementing and using test automation tools and frameworks are also highly desirable but not essential
Role overview at a glance
* Lead QA Engineer / Head of Quality Assurance (Software Testing)
* Office location – Cardiff or London (you decide)
* Flexible and remote working (expectations between 4-8days per month)
* A competitive starting salary of £60,000 - £70,000 depending on experience
* Annual bonus of up to 10% of your salary (performance-based)
* 25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays
* Life Insurance
Plus extras such as, Cycle to work scheme/season ticket loan services/volunteering paid days and training budgets.