Lead Data Test Engineer — Hybrid, Flexible Hours & Growth

DWP Digital; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 66,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental digital agency is seeking a Senior Data Test Engineer to define and lead testing strategies while ensuring best practices in a hybrid working environment. You will oversee all testing activities, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and champion continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical mindset and non-functional testing expertise. The role offers competitive pay up to £78,205, generous leave, and various professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

Competitive pay up to £78,205

28.97% employer pension contributions

Generous leave package starting at 26 days

Flexible working hours

Time off for volunteering

Interest-free loans for bike or season ticket

Professional development opportunities

Award-winning work culture

Qualifications

• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills to analyze complex requirements.
• Expertise in non-functional testing and ability to design and execute various tests.
• Experience in applying Agile and Lean delivery principles.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead test engineering strategy across teams.
• Set up test infrastructure and monitor performance.
• Collaborate with development, product, and analytics teams.
• Run reviews and mentor team members.
• Manage recruitment and shape testing standards.

Job description

A governmental digital agency is seeking a Senior Data Test Engineer to define and lead testing strategies while ensuring best practices in a hybrid working environment. You will oversee all testing activities, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and champion continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical mindset and non-functional testing expertise. The role offers competitive pay up to £78,205, generous leave, and various professional development opportunities.