QA Automation Tester - SC Cleared

scrumconnect ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Scrumconnect Ltd, a trusted digital consultancy in the UK, seeks a Senior QAT Engineer (SFIA Level 5) to lead QA across large transformation programmes. You will define testing strategies, drive automation excellence, mentor QAT engineers, and ensure quality standards are embedded across delivery teams.

The role requires strong technical leadership, solid experience in testing frameworks, and the ability to influence quality practices at programme level.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in software testing and QA leadership.
• Strong knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Node.js.
• Experience designing and implementing automated testing frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement end-to-end testing strategies and quality frameworks.
• Design, develop, and maintain automated testing solutions.
• Lead test planning, execution, and reporting across multiple teams.
• Manage test environments and support release assurance processes.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across testing and automation practices.
• Mentor and support QAT engineers and promote best practices.
• Collaborate with engineering, architecture, and product teams to ensure quality is embedded throughout delivery.
• Provide technical leadership on testing approaches, tooling, and quality governance.

Skills

QA leadership

HTML

CSS

JavaScript

Node.js

Automated testing

CI/CD

DevOps

Quality governance

Stakeholder management

Tools

Testing frameworks

CI/CD tools

Job description

Job Description

About Scrumconnect

Scrumconnect is a trusted digital consultancy delivering large-scale transformation programmes through agile methodologies, engineering excellence, and quality-first delivery practices.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Senior QAT Engineer (SFIA Level 5) to lead quality assurance activities across complex digital transformation programmes.

You will be responsible for defining testing strategies, driving automation excellence, mentoring QAT engineers, and ensuring quality standards are Embedded across multiple delivery teams. This role requires strong technical expertise combined with leadership capabilities to influence quality practices at programme level.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and implement end-to-end testing strategies and quality frameworks.
• Design, develop, and maintain complex automated testing solutions.
• Lead test planning, execution, and reporting activities across multiple teams.
• Manage test environments and support release assurance processes.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across testing and automation practices.
• Mentor and support QAT engineers and promote best practices.
• Collaborate with engineering, architecture, and product teams to ensure quality is Embedded throughout delivery.
• Provide technical leadership on testing approaches, tooling, and quality governance.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Extensive experience in software testing and quality assurance leadership.
• Strong knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Node.js.
• Experience designing and implementing automated testing frameworks.
• Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Experience developing and executing enterprise-scale test strategies.
• Ability to lead technical discussions and influence quality standards.
• Experience mentoring and supporting engineering teams.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

Additional Information

• SFIA Level: 5
• Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance required