Testing Team Lead FTC

SmartestEnergy Limited; Ipswich City; Hybrid; AUD 104,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

SmartestEnergy Limited is seeking an experienced Testing Team Lead to guide testing strategies across internal projects, ensuring quality throughout the project lifecycle.

Working within the PMO Change governance framework and under the CoE Test Manager, you will own project-level test strategies and plans, partnering with Product Owners, SMEs, Business Analysts and Project Managers to align testing with business requirements and milestones.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in a Test Lead role, setting technical standards.
• Hands-on testing across manual, automated, API testing and UAT.
• Experience with MS SQL Server, Postman, Azure DevOps, Git and Cypress.
• Ability to lead a team within an Agile/Scrum environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead test strategies, plans and completion reports for projects.
• Oversee planning, execution, monitoring and control of testing activities.
• Coordinate with third-party software suppliers and stakeholders.
• Mentor team members and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Test leadership

Manual testing

Automated testing

API testing

UAT

Stakeholder management

MS SQL Server

Postman

Azure DevOps

Git

Cypress

Agile/Scrum

Tools

Postman

Azure DevOps

Git

Cypress

MS SQL Server

Job description

Yearly salary 55,000.00 GBP - 60,000.00 GBP

We are seeking an experienced Testing Team Lead to lead and support the delivery of robust testing strategies across internal projects, ensuring the highest standards of quality throughout the project lifecycle. Working within the PMO Change governance framework and under the guidance of the CoE Test Manager, you will take ownership of project-level test strategies and plans, partnering closely with Product Owners, Subject Matter Experts, Business Analysts and Project Managers to ensure testing activities are aligned with business requirements, project milestones and delivery objectives.

You will lead and develop a team of test analysts, overseeing the planning, execution, monitoring and control of testing activities while ensuring appropriate resources, processes and documentation are in place. Responsibilities will include producing and maintaining test strategies, test plans and completion reports, coordinating with third-party software suppliers, estimating testing effort, managing risks and issues, and mentoring team members to support continuous improvement and consistently high-quality outcomes.

Please note this is a Fixed Term Contract until June 2027

What skills/experience do I need to be successful?

• Substantial experience in a Test Lead role, with the ability to set technical standards, lead teams and drive testing best practice;
• Hands‑on experience across manual and automated testing, API testing and UAT, with strong stakeholder management skills;
• Experience with relevant tools and technologies, including MS SQL Server, Postman, Azure DevOps, Git and Cypress, ideally within an Agile/Scrum environment.

What sets us apart?

Global Impact: With offices in the UK, US, and Australia, and plans for further expansion, you'll be part of a dynamic, globally-minded team, with opportunities to explore new markets and make a difference on a global scale.

Flexible Working: Embrace the freedom to work from anywhere in the world for up to 30 days a year. We prioritize work-life balance, recognizing that your well-being matters. Find out more here.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We celebrate our diverse culture and value individuals irrespective of background, disability, religion, gender identity, sexuality, or ethnicity. Join a team where diversity is not just welcomed but celebrated as a key driver of growth and innovation.

What does hybrid working mean to us?

Hybrid working typically means 2 days in the office location listed on this advert and 3 days working at home each week. Some occasional travel to our other offices may be required.

What happens next?

Once we receive your application, it will be reviewed by a human – no bots here! The average process typically takes around 2-3 weeks, with 2 stages of video interviews using Teams. However, this can vary depending on the role. We may invite you for a face‑to‑face meeting or require only 1 video interview. If you have any questions or need support, our Recruitment Team is here to assist you.