Quality Assurance Lead

Centrica Plc; Windsor; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading energy company as a QA Lead, where you'll champion quality assurance for innovative software products. You'll define QA strategies, mentor teams, and enhance processes in a dynamic environment focused on sustainability and growth. Enjoy a generous salary, flexible benefits, and a commitment to your personal development.

Benefits

Car Allowance

15% Employee Energy Allowance

Comprehensive pension plan

Fully-funded company healthcare plan

25-day holiday allowance

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a QA leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of QA methodologies and tools.
• Experience with automated testing frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement QA strategies for product releases.
• Lead and mentor software engineers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align on quality objectives.

Skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Tools

Automated testing tools

CI/CD

Job description

Join us, be part of more.

We’re so much more than an energy company. We’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We're energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues that's energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn’t rely on fossil fuels, whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities. Here, you can find more purpose, more passion, and more potential. That’s why working here is #MoreThanACareer. We do energy differently - we do it all. We make it, store it, move it, sell it, and mend it.

An opportunity to play your part - Are you ready to champion quality and lead the charge in delivering top-notch software products? We're on the lookout for a detail-oriented and proactive QA Lead to oversee our quality assurance activities. Your mission: ensure our software products are nothing short of exceptional! With a strong background in QA methodologies, test automation, and team leadership, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to define test strategies, enhance QA processes, and support the delivery of scalable and reliable systems. If you're passionate about quality and eager to make a real impact, this is the adventure you've been waiting for!

Location: UK, Windsor (talk to us about flexible working)

The day to day:

• Define, develop, and implement comprehensive QA strategies and processes to ensure high-quality product releases.
• Lead, mentor, and guide software engineers to ensure effective performance and growth.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product management, development, and operations to align on quality objectives.
• Design, develop, and execute test plans and test cases for various products and features.
• Identify, document, and track defects and issues, working closely with development teams to ensure timely resolution.
• Identify and implement test automation opportunities to streamline processes.
• Report on QA metrics and provide actionable insights to improve product quality.
• Continuously improve QA processes and methodologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Stay up-to-date with industry best practices and emerging trends in quality assurance and testing.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory and industry standards.

About You

• Proven experience in a QA leadership role within a software development environment.
• Strong knowledge of QA methodologies, tools, and processes.
• Experience with automated testing tools and frameworks.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Solid understanding of SDLC and Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Experience with continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) practices.

What's in it for you?

• Enjoy a generous market salary, along with fantastic growth opportunities and a vibrant work environment!
• Added Car Allowance program to make your commute and adventures even better.
• Power up your pay with a 15% Employee Energy Allowance, surpassing the government's price cap!
• Secure your future with our comprehensive pension plan, designed for peace of mind.
• Elevate your health with our fully-funded company healthcare plan, prioritizing your well-being.
• Recharge with a generous 25-day holiday allowance, plus public holidays, and even purchase up to 5 extra days for extended relaxation!
• Experience unparalleled work-life balance with an exceptional selection of flexible benefits, from tech treats and eco-friendly car leases to travel insurance for your adventures!

Why should you apply?

We’re not a perfect place – but we’re a people place. Our priority is supporting all of the different realities our people face. Life is about so much more than work. We get it. That’s why we’ve designed our total rewards to give you the flexibility to choose what you need, when you need it, making sure that you and your family are supported not only financially, but physically and emotionally too. Visit the link below to discover why we’re a great place to work and what being part of more means for you.

https://www.morethanacareer.energy/centrica

If you're full of energy, fired up about sustainability, and ready to craft not only a better tomorrow, but a better you, then come and find your purpose in a team where your voice matters, your growth is non-negotiable, and your ambitions are our priority.

Help us, help you. We would love for you to share any information about yourself throughout our recruitment process so that we can better understand you and help shape your journey.