🧑‍💻 Lead Software Test Engineer / Lead Test Analyst

📍 Coventry (Hybrid working options available)

💷 Up to £60,000

Are you passionate about ensuring top-notch quality in software products? Do you thrive in a cooperative environment where innovation and continuous improvement are valued? We are looking for a talented QA Lead / Lead Test Analyst to join our clients team and take ownership of elevating the quality and reliability of their SaaS products.

The company build SaaS solutions for charities and organisations involved in social change and supporting public services. You're work will directly support 100,000's of people across the UK.

Key Responsibilities:

• Craft and refine comprehensive test plans to guarantee extensive coverage of all features and functionalities of a range of SaaS applications.
• Create and run test plans with precision, identifying and resolving bugs promptly to uphold the highest standards of product quality.
• Foster collaboration across teams, including development, product management, and customer support, to align quality assurance processes with project objectives and customer expectations.
• Drive ongoing enhancements in testing strategies and processes, incorporating best practices to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to the QA team members, cultivating a culture of collaboration and excellence.
• Ensure accurate documentation and reporting of test results, offering valuable insights and recommendations to senior management for informed decision-making.

Requirements:

• Experienced in software testing and quality assurance, with experience in a leadership or management role.
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies.
• Proficiency in developing comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts tailored to bespoke software applications.
• Exposure to automated testing tools (e.g., Browserstack, Selenium) and continuous integration tools (e.g., Azure DevOps).
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities and meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration across teams and disciplines.

Desirable Experience:

• Familiarity with programming languages and scripts (e.g., Flutter, SQL) to facilitate understanding of the software development process and enable test automation.
• Experience in performance and security testing, including knowledge of relevant tools and principles.
• Relevant certifications in Quality Assurance and Software Testing are advantageous, such as ISTQB Advanced Level, CSTE, or similar.

If you are ready to make a significant impact on the quality of SaaS products and people's lives please apply or contact me on LinkedIn - Jack Hewitt-Coleman @ Spectrum IT

Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.