Public Sector Functional QA Engineer — Quality & Automation

IBM; Leicester; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Leicester is seeking a Functional Quality Engineer to play a key role in delivering high-quality software for a major Public Sector programme. The ideal candidate will have experience in public sector environments and a strong understanding of functional testing. Responsibilities include designing test plans, collaborating with teams, and supporting automation initiatives. A valid right to work in the UK and knowledge of accessibility standards are essential. This position offers a range of development opportunities and benefits including flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Training opportunities

Promotion opportunities

Flexible working approaches

25 days holiday

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Must have a valid right to work in the UK and be resident in the UK for the last 5 years.
• Experience in Public Sector or similarly regulated environments is required.
• Knowledge of accessibility standards such as WCAG is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to design and execution of functional and regression test plans.
• Collaborate with teams to clarify requirements and support defect resolution.
• Participate in defining test approaches and provide input on testing improvements.

Skills

Functional testing

Cross-functional collaboration

Test automation

Accessibility standards knowledge

Test management tools

Containerisation technologies

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD tools

Job description

A leading technology company in Leicester is seeking a Functional Quality Engineer to play a key role in delivering high-quality software for a major Public Sector programme. The ideal candidate will have experience in public sector environments and a strong understanding of functional testing. Responsibilities include designing test plans, collaborating with teams, and supporting automation initiatives. A valid right to work in the UK and knowledge of accessibility standards are essential. This position offers a range of development opportunities and benefits including flexible working arrangements.