Hybrid Lead QA Engineer: AI-Driven Automation

Hastings Direct; Bexhill-on-Sea; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A digital insurance provider seeks a Lead Quality Engineer - Automation & AI to drive QA strategies and modern testing approaches across its platforms. The ideal candidate will lead a high-performing QA team, implement automation techniques, and ensure compliance within a regulated environment. Strong experience in leading QA teams, proficiency in Python, and knowledge of AI-assisted testing are critical. This hybrid role offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits.

Benefits

Flexible working

Competitive bonus scheme

Private medical insurance

Financial wellbeing support

27 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Strong experience in leading QA teams in data-driven environments.
• Hands-on capability to contribute to test design and automation.
• Excellent leadership skills with experience managing senior QA roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead QA strategy and execution across all underwriting lines.
• Design and implement testing strategies for quality delivery.
• Provide hands-on technical leadership and automated test design.

Skills

Experience in leading QA teams

Proficiency in Python

Knowledge of AI-assisted testing

Strong stakeholder management

Experience in Agile environments

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Selenium

Azure DevOps

pytest

Job description

A digital insurance provider seeks a Lead Quality Engineer - Automation & AI to drive QA strategies and modern testing approaches across its platforms. The ideal candidate will lead a high-performing QA team, implement automation techniques, and ensure compliance within a regulated environment. Strong experience in leading QA teams, proficiency in Python, and knowledge of AI-assisted testing are critical. This hybrid role offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits.