Senior QA Engineer

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative software provider is seeking a Senior QA Engineer to enhance the quality of their e-commerce solutions. In this role, you will partner with development teams to champion quality best practices and streamline testing processes. Your expertise will guide the establishment of QA workflows and ensure high-quality product releases. This position offers a collaborative environment where you can mentor team members and advocate for quality assurance across all phases of software delivery. If you are passionate about driving quality improvements and enjoy working in a dynamic team, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a QA role with a solid understanding of testing methodologies.
• Hands-on background in coding and automation to support automated test suites.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with developers to define quality standards and testing strategies.
• Establish and optimise QA processes throughout the development lifecycle.

Skills

Testing Methodologies

Automation (Selenium, Cypress, Playwright)

CI/CD Integration

Analytical Skills

Leadership Skills

Tools

Selenium

Cypress

Playwright

Job description

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Swap is a leading software provider dedicated to empowering e-commerce brands with innovative, data-driven solutions. Our cutting-edge platform helps online retailers optimise their operations, enhance customer experiences, and drive growth. We are committed to fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment where creativity and innovation thrive.

We are looking for a Senior QA Engineer to partner directly with development teams, champion quality best practices, and streamline testing processes. You will collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure high-quality product releases, set up and refine QA workflows, and provide guidance on designing and writing tests at all levels (unit, integration, and end-to-end).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with developers and product managers to define quality standards, testing strategies, and acceptance criteria
• Establish and optimise QA processes, ensuring smooth integration of testing throughout the development lifecycle
• Mentor and guide team members on testing methodologies (unit, integration, and E2E) and best practices
• Advocate for quality assurance in all phases of software delivery, identifying and escalating potential risks early
• Contribute to automation efforts (e.g., writing or reviewing automated tests, integrating into CI/CD pipelines), while ensuring overall test coverage and reliability
• Analyse test results, manage defects, and drive continuous improvements to enhance product quality

Requirements

• Proven experience in a QA role with a solid understanding of testing methodologies (unit, integration, E2E) and processes
• Hands-on background in coding and automation (e.g., Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, or similar) to support and extend automated test suites
• Strong communication and leadership skills for mentoring developers, collaborating with product, and advocating for quality standards
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools and agile workflows, ensuring tests are seamlessly integrated and consistently run
• Analytical mindset, attention to detail, and a passion for driving quality improvements in software development