QA Engineer | LA International | Hursley, UK

LA International; Hursley; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

LA International is seeking two QA Engineers for long-term contracts in Hursley, UK. You will drive end-to-end quality validation, test automation, and mobile/web assurance within a central government programme, coordinating with stakeholders and delivery squads.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in software QA, with Android testing, Wireshark analysis, and defect management using JIRA/Zephyr. Role involves three days onsite with occasional travel to London; SC clearance may be required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software quality assurance experience.
• Hands-on experience with network analysis tools and device debugging.
• Proficient in mobile/web application validation and RTM/traceability.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute end-to-end test scenarios for mobile and web apps.
• Manage defects and test execution metrics using JIRA and Zephyr.
• Analyze network packets and telemetry with Wireshark; perform ADB testing.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams and central government stakeholders.
• Maintain test documentation and automation scripts; ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Test engineering

Stakeholder communication

Android testing

Test automation

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/SE/IT

Tools

Wireshark

ADB

JIRA/Zephyr

Job description

Position Summary

Driving mission-critical technology delivery and robust quality assurance for the UK’s Emergency Services, LA International is actively seeking two accomplished QA Engineers for long-term contract engagements based in Hursley, UK. In this vital testing and assurance role, you will spearhead end-to-end quality validation, test automation, and mobile/web application verification across a landmark Central Government programme. Bringing extensive test assurance experience, deep familiarity with telecommunications protocols, and exceptional stakeholder management skills, you will empower public sector digital transformation. This prestigious career opportunity offers competitive daily rates (around £375 per day, Inside IR35), high technical visibility, and exceptional professional growth within a premier global recruitment and technology solutions enterprise.

Detailed Job Description

As a QA Engineer supporting LA International in Hursley, UK (with 3 days per week onsite and occasional travel to London), you will take full operational, tactical, and technical ownership of test execution, defect management, RTM validation, and mobile/web application assurance. Your day-to-day responsibilities include designing comprehensive test scenarios, performing ADB and Android OS testing, analyzing network telemetry with Wireshark, and tracking defects utilizing JIRA and Zephyr. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional development squads, public sector stakeholders, and central government program leaders while ensuring adherence to stringent security and accessibility standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute rigorous end-to-end testing, quality assurance, and functional validation for mission-critical mobile and web applications.
• Perform comprehensive test assurance, Requirements Traceability Matrix (RTM) validation, and test case traceability.
• Capture and analyze network packets, signaling flows, and diagnostic telemetry utilizing Wireshark and Android Debug Bridge (ADB).
• Execute structured Android OS testing, device compatibility verification, and mobile application performance profiling.
• Manage defect lifecycles, triage issues, and track test execution metrics utilizing JIRA and Zephyr enterprise tools.
• Conduct technical and commercial document reviews, verifying system specifications against government compliance baselines.
• Engage proactively with central government stakeholders, program managers, and technical delivery squads.
• Maintain comprehensive test documentation, automation scripts, execution logs, and quality sign-off reports.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 5+ years of progressive professional experience in software quality assurance, test engineering, and test assurance.
• Strong, demonstrable hands-on professional expertise in network analysis tools (Wireshark) and device debugging (ADB).
• Comprehensive working knowledge and practical proficiency in Android OS testing and mobile/web application validation.
• Deep practical experience in defect management, triage workflows, and JIRA/Zephyr test execution tools.
• Solid practical experience with Requirements Traceability Matrix (RTM) validation and test coverage sign-off.
• Proven expertise in technical document review, stakeholder engagement, and clear cross-functional communication.
• Active SC Clearance or eligibility to undergo SC clearance sponsorship (timeline typically around 8 weeks).

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Hands-on automation testing experience utilizing Appium, Playwright, or Selenium.
• Proficiency in Python scripting for test automation and log parsing.
• Professional working experience or domain knowledge within the telecommunications sector, Radio Access Network (RAN), or 3GPP standards.
• Familiarity with accessibility standards including WCAG AA/AAA compliance validation.
• Exposure to agile software development methodologies and enterprise IT service management ticketing platforms (ServiceNow, Jira).

Application Information

• Salary/Rate: Around £375 per day (Inside IR35)
• Deadline: Open until filled (Urgent Hursley QA Engineer Openings)
• Notice Period: Immediate / Start ASAP
• Contract Duration: Long-Term Contract Engagement until Programme End (Hursley, UK)
• Company Website: https://www.lainternational.com