Lead Test Enginer

DWP Digital Careers; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

A government technology initiative in Birmingham is seeking a Lead Test Engineer to join their team. In this role, you'll lead test teams across modern SaaS platforms and advocate for Agile Lean practices. The position includes a competitive salary of up to £87,740 plus employer pension contributions and promotes a great work-life balance with flexible hours. You will contribute to vital digital solutions that impact the lives of millions in the UK.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Hybrid working options

Employer pension contributions

Qualifications

• Strong experience in leading test teams across modern SaaS platforms.
• Experience with Oracle Fusion is a plus.
• Proven track record in Agile Lean practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.
• Advocate for continuous improvement and effective coaching.

Skills

Leading test teams

SaaS platforms

Agile Lean practices

Continuous improvement

Job description

Lead Test Engineer

Pay up to £87,740 plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, choice of locations, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance.

DWP. Digital with Purpose.

We are looking for a Lead Test Engineer to join our community of tech experts in our Synergy Programme, a cross-departmental group formed in response to Government Business Service's request for individual departments to group together in 'clusters' to drive efficiencies

We're using fresh ideas and leading-edge tech to build and maintain digital solutions that will be used by nearly every person in the UK, every day and at key moments in their lives.

DWP is the UK's largest government department. We help people into work and make payments worth over £195bn a year to support and empower millions of people.

The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us.

What skills, knowledge and experience will you need?

• Lead Criteria - Demonstrate strong experience in leading test teams across modern SaaS platforms, particularly Oracle Fusion.
• Effectively coach and lead teams in Agile Lean practices, selecting and adapting the right approach throughout the project lifecycle. Recognised as an advocate for continuous improvement.

Communicate priorities and expectations clearly and enthus...