IS Quality Assurance Specialist

Centrica plc; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15% Energy Allowance

Pension plan

Fully-funded healthcare

25 days holiday + extra days

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Centrica plc is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Engineer to lead QA for our software products in the UK. You will define test strategies, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive automation initiatives to deliver reliable systems.

This role offers flexible working options and a focus on continuous quality improvement. Join a team that values innovation, strong QA practices, and impactful delivery.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of QA methodologies, tools, and processes.
• Experience with automated testing tools and frameworks.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Define, develop, and implement comprehensive QA strategies and processes to ensure high-quality product releases.
• Collaborate with product, development, and operations to align on quality objectives.
• Design, develop, and execute test plans and cases for various products and features.
• Identify, document, and track defects with timely resolution.
• Identify and implement test automation opportunities to streamline processes.
• Report QA metrics and provide actionable insights to improve quality.
• Continuously improve QA processes and methodologies to enhance efficiency.

Skills

QA methodologies

Test automation

CI/CD

SDLC & Agile/Scrum

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Tools

Selenium

JUnit

Postman

Job description

Join us, be part of more. We’re so much more than an energy company. We’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We're energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues that's energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn’t rely on fossil fuels, whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities. Here, you can find more purpose, more passion, and more potential. That’s why working here is #MoreThanACareer. We do energy differently - we do it all. We make it, store it, move it, sell it, and mend it.

An opportunity to play your part Are you ready to champion quality and lead the charge in delivering top-notch software products? We're on the lookout for a detail-oriented and proactive Quality Engineer to oversee our quality assurance activities. Your mission: ensure our software products are nothing short of exceptional! With a strong background in QA methodologies, test automation, and team leadership, you’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to define test strategies, enhance QA processes, and support the delivery of scalable and reliable systems. If you're passionate about quality and eager to make a real impact, this is the adventure you’ve been waiting for!

Location: UK, (talk to us about flexible working)

The day to day:

• Define, develop, and implement comprehensive QA strategies and processes to ensure high-quality product releases.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product management, development, and operations to align on quality objectives.
• Design, develop, and execute test plans and test cases for various products and features.
• Identify, document, and track defects and issues, working closely with development teams to ensure timely resolution.
• Identify and implement test automation opportunities to streamline processes.
• Report on QA metrics and provide actionable insights to improve product quality.
• Continuously improve QA processes and methodologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Stay up-to-date with industry best practices and emerging trends in quality assurance and testing.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory and industry standards.

What we need from you

• Strong knowledge of QA methodologies, tools, and processes.
• Experience with automated testing tools and frameworks.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Solid understanding of SDLC and Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Experience with continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) practices.

What's in it for you?

• Enjoy a generous market salary, along with fantastic growth opportunities and a vibrant work environment!
• Power up your pay with a 15% Employee Energy Allowance, surpassing the government's price cap!
• Secure your future with our comprehensive pension plan, designed for peace of mind.
• Elevate your health with our fully-funded company healthcare plan, prioritizing your well-being.
• Recharge with a generous 25-day holiday allowance, plus public holidays, and even purchase up to 5 extra days for extended relaxation!
• Experience unparalleled work-life balance with an exceptional selection of flexible benefits, from tech treats and eco-friendly car leases to travel insurance for your adventures!

Why should you apply?

We’re not a perfect place – but we’re a people place. Our priority is supporting all of the different realities our people face. Life is about so much more than work. We get it. That’s why we’ve designed our total rewards to give you the flexibility to choose what you need, when you need it, making sure that you and your family are supported not only financially, but physically and emotionally too.

We’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. When it comes to energy, no one does it like us. We make it, store it, move it, sell it and mend it. We’re made up of 12 different businesses, but united by our purpose as Centrica. We’re energisers. Our journey to a greener, fairer future is powered by individuals like you. Through innovative green products, intelligent energy solutions and developing smarter ways to use and save energy, we’re not just part of the energy transition, we’re leading it. Our commitment goes beyond sustainability. Together we’re bringing our collective energies to create positive change in our local communities. If you immerse yourself in our fight to change tomorrow, you might just find your why. We’re looking for people to add to our culture – not fit in with it. We're building a community where you can be unapologetically you, where differences are celebrated, and where everyone can belong. Real inclusivity also means supporting the different realities our people face. That’s why we have the UK’s best Carers Policy and are continually building our approach to flexibility and wellbeing. Of course, we love having fun too. We’re a people place after all.