Lead Test Engineer

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

📋 Description

• Lead and manage the testing team.

• Embrace and advocate for BDD and TDD methodologies.

• Work with Java and Node.js within microservice architectures.

• Function within squad workflows and agile delivery methodologies.

• Conduct test automation covering all stages from unit to system testing.

• Direct test initiatives within an agile squad.

• Establish test processes and tools that facilitate coordinated development among various teams.

• Offer guidance to stakeholders regarding risk-based testing strategies.

• Mentor fellow engineers and review their work.

⛳️ Requirements

• Strong Test Lead with the capability to manage and oversee a testing team.

• Proven experience and ability to lead testing teams effectively.

• Familiarity with BDD and TDD principles.

• Proficiency in working with microservice-based architectures in Java and Node.js.

• Understanding of the 12-factor app principles.

• Capacity to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.

• Experience with squad workflows, definitions of done, branching strategies, ticket refinement, documentation, and peer review processes.

• Expertise in test automation across all levels of testing, from unit tests to system testing.

• Recent experience in software development, in addition to testing experience, is highly advantageous.

• Capability to lead testing activities within an agile squad.

• Experience in implementing testing processes and tools across multiple teams.

• Ability to counsel stakeholders on risk-based testing methods.

• Willingness to obtain Security Clearance.

• Must complete Baseline Personnel Security Standard onboarding checks.

• Flexibility to undertake some UK travel and stay away from home when necessary.

🏝️ Benefits

• Autonomy to enhance and expand your skills and experience.

• Engaging project work that positively impacts society.

• Strong, inspiring, and thought-provoking leadership.

• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

• Access to LinkedIn Learning, a management development program, and various training opportunities.

• Wellness 24/7 Confidential employee assistance program.

• Social events including Breakfast Tuesdays, Thirsty Thursdays, and monthly Pizza Thursdays.

• Commitment to charitable initiatives.

• 25 days of annual leave.

• Pension Salary Exchange Scheme with a 4% employer contribution and a 5% employee contribution.

• Discretionary Company Bonus based on both company and individual performance.

• Life Assurance coverage of 4 times the base salary.

• Non-contributory Private Medical Insurance, covering spouse and dependants.

• Non-contributory Worldwide Travel Insurance, including coverage for spouse and dependants.