Senior Automation QA

Le Creuset; Andover; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Le Creuset in Andover is seeking a Senior Automation QA to blend hands-on automation with quality leadership across our Global IT landscape. You will build scalable test solutions and drive release confidence. Reporting to QA Manager, this role is based in Andover and works across global programmes, technical teams and business stakeholders.

Some international travel may be required. Lead QA delivery from planning through release readiness, coach teams in API testing and SQL validation, and

Qualifications

• Experience designing reusable automation frameworks and maintainable test solutions.
• Practical API, integration, end-to-end and database testing skills, including SQL validation.
• Experience leading QA across complex projects, releases or product portfolios.
• Strong understanding of risk-based testing, QA governance and release readiness.
• Confident communication, influencing and mentoring across technical and business teams.

Responsibilities

• Test APIs, integrations, databases and end-to-end business journeys across connected systems.
• Use SQL and technical investigation to diagnose defects across UI, API, integration and data layers.
• Build reusable frameworks, components and assets that improve coverage and reduce manual effort.
• Lead QA delivery from early planning through release readiness and post-release assurance.
• Create risk-based test plans, estimates, quality gates and clear release recommendations.
• Manage quality risks, dependencies and defects across projects, programmes and BAU delivery.
• Use metrics and defect trends to improve test effectiveness and inform decisions.
• Act as a trusted QA adviser to Product Owners, Programme Managers, Architects and delivery teams.
• Review automation designs, technical solutions and code to protect quality and maintainability.
• Coach QA colleagues in automation, API testing, SQL validation and modern quality practices.
• Provide technical oversight to specialist partners and ensure effective knowledge transfer.
• Evaluate tools and technologies based on business value, scalability and maintainability.
• Drive sustainable automation through CI/CD, scheduled or unattended execution where appropriate.
• Help evolve our Global IT QA model across programmes and regions.

Skills

Automation frameworks

API testing

SQL validation

QA governance

Mentoring/communication

Release readiness

Job description

Crafting digital excellence behind timeless design.

Employment Type: Full-time, 4 days a week in the office

At Le Creuset, every dish begins with a story - and every story begins with people. Since 1925, we’ve brought generations together around the table, transforming everyday meals into cherished memories. Our legacy is built on colour, craft, and a deep passion for innovation - shaped as much by our iconic products as by the people who bring them to life. We’re not just creating cookware; we’re creating moments that last a lifetime. If you’re inspired by heritage, driven by creativity, and ready to shape the future of the kitchen, we’d love to welcome you into our story.

The Recipe for Success: Role Summary

We’re looking for a Senior Automation QA to combine hands-on automation engineering with end-to-end quality leadership across our Global IT landscape. You will build scalable solutions, strengthen standards and help teams release with confidence.

Reporting to the QA Manager, this role is based in Andover and works across global programmes, technical teams and business stakeholders. Some international travel may be required.

Automation Engineering

• Test APIs, integrations, databases and end-to-end business journeys across connected systems.
• Use SQL and technical investigation to diagnose defects across UI, API, integration and data layers.
• Build reusable frameworks, components and assets that improve coverage and reduce manual effort.

QA Delivery and Governance

• Lead QA delivery from early planning through release readiness and post-release assurance.
• Create risk-based test plans, estimates, quality gates and clear release recommendations.
• Manage quality risks, dependencies and defects across projects, programmes and BAU delivery.
• Use metrics and defect trends to improve test effectiveness and inform decisions.

Technical Leadership and Partnership

• Act as a trusted QA adviser to Product Owners, Programme Managers, Architects and delivery teams.
• Review automation designs, technical solutions and code to protect quality and maintainability.
• Coach QA colleagues in automation, API testing, SQL validation and modern quality practices.
• Provide technical oversight to specialist partners and ensure effective knowledge transfer.
• Evaluate tools and technologies based on business value, scalability and maintainability.
• Drive sustainable automation through CI/CD, scheduled or unattended execution where appropriate.
• Help evolve our Global IT QA model across programmes and regions.

The Perfect Blend: What We’re Looking For

• Experience designing reusable frameworks and maintainable automated test solutions.
• Practical API, integration, end-to-end and database testing skills, including SQL validation.
• Experience leading QA across complex projects, releases or product portfolios.
• A strong understanding of risk-based testing, QA governance and release readiness.
• Confident communication, influencing and mentoring skills across technical and business teams.

Why Join Our Table?

At Le Creuset, you will find your seat at our table, which is as colourful as our cookware and rich in history. Our table is grounded in our values: Passion, Integrity, Excellence, Innovation and Teamwork.

Every talent will add flavour. Every idea brings colour. And every day is a chance to create something that lasts. With the passion you bring, you become part of a timeless legacy, one that brings people together around food, stories, and meaningful shared moments.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, race, ethnic or national origin. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential.