Lead QA Engineer – All UK

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United Kingdom.

📋 Description

• Creating and sustaining automated tests for Services & UI utilizing tools like Selenium.

• Developing automated tests through a BDD framework with tools such as Cucumber.

• Implementing design principles to produce clean, maintainable test code.

• Crafting test solutions using Java and/or Python.

• Collaborating effectively within a CI/CD pipeline environment.

• Contributing to the continuous enhancement of processes, tools, methodologies, and overall product quality.

• Leading a team of mid and senior-level QA engineers.

• Designing and executing QA automation architecture by adhering to best practices to guarantee efficient code quality.

• Collaborating closely with developers, product teams, and BAs to define and create effective test solutions.

• Establishing and implementing test automation processes and best practices.

• Ensuring defects are documented in line with the defect management process using tools like Jira.

• Reporting test automation compliance issues to the test manager.

• Developing and maintaining automated functional and regression tests according to established scripting standards.

• Demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of the software product development lifecycle and testing processes.

⛳️ Requirements

• Highly motivated and dedicated, exhibiting a professional and positive demeanor.

• Capable of working both independently and collaboratively, with a commitment to mentoring and supporting colleagues.

• Experience with API testing frameworks such as REST Assured.

• Proficient in Java and/or Python.

• Experienced in using Cucumber to write test cases in feature files utilizing Gherkin language.

• Familiar with CI tools (Jenkins, GitLab Pipelines) from a testing configuration standpoint.

• Strong problem-solving abilities with a keen attention to detail.

• Adept at managing multiple priorities and staying organized in a dynamic environment.

• Passionate about software test development, with a genuine interest in technology and emerging testing tools and methodologies.

🏝️ Benefits

• Join a dynamic, market-leading Fintech that is experiencing rapid growth.

• Flexible work arrangements tailored to the requirements of the role and business needs.

• Comprehensive wellness initiatives, including mental health resources supported by qualified internal mental health first aiders.

• Extensive leave provisions, including annual, volunteering, and birthday allowances.

• Progressive family-oriented policies and benefits, encompassing Maternity, Paternity, and Adoption leave.

• Competitive compensation package, including pension scheme, healthcare plans, and life assurance.

• Regular corporate events that promote team cohesion and enhance company culture.

• A diverse company culture and a global working environment.

• Ongoing professional development and career advancement opportunities.