Senior QA Test Engineer

F; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in England seeks a Senior QA Test Engineer to validate outcomes and ensure quality through established processes. The role involves applying advanced testing methodologies, leading test activities, and collaborating with stakeholders. Ideal candidates should have over 5 years of experience, strong QA knowledge, and be familiar with Agile environments. Additional advantages include experience with automation tools like Cypress or Playwright. The company values teamwork, quality, and offers a competitive salary as well as hybrid working options.

Benefits

Collaborative environment

Career development opportunities

Flexible working hours

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits package

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Senior Tester or equivalent.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Expert knowledge of full system life cycles.
• Experience authoring Test Strategies and Test Plans.
• Proven experience in Agile and DevOps environments.

Responsibilities

• Ensure software products are tested throughout the development lifecycle.
• Develop comprehensive test strategies and plans.
• Collaborate with multi-vendor partners to define testing approaches.
• Contribute to user story refinement and address gaps in data capture.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in testing.

Skills

QA and testing

Test automation tools

Agile methodologies

Communication skills

Collaborative work

Education

ISTQB®/ISEB foundation in software testing

Tools

Cypress

Playwright

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior QA Test Engineer to join the Test team at FSP. The role requires a strong understanding of test techniques to validate expected outcomes and ensure quality through established processes and procedures. You’ll apply advanced testing methodologies—covering functional, regression, and automation testing—to ensure reliable, high-performing outcomes. The position also involves leading test activities and driving them to successful completion within project timelines.

Responsibilities

• Ensure software products are correctly designed and continuously tested throughout the development lifecycle, championing quality-driven delivery and enforcing processes.
• Develop comprehensive test strategies and plans, including writing test cases, structured methodologies, and use cases across multiple test phases.
• Apply advanced testing methodologies—covering functional, regression, and automation testing—and consider automation frameworks where appropriate.
• Collaborate with multi-vendor partners, suppliers, and stakeholders to define testing approaches, validate levels of testing, and meet project deadlines.
• Contribute to user story refinement, ensuring viable, testable products with clear acceptance criteria, and address gaps in data capture for critical information.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement by adopting innovative testing technologies and techniques.

About You

• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Senior Tester or equivalent, including acting as Test Lead on projects
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong understanding of QA and testing across multiple concurrent projects, expert knowledge of full system life cycles, and experience authoring Test Strategies and Test Plans.
• ISTQB®/ISEB foundation in software testing preferred, with demonstrable experience working with third-party suppliers.
• Proven experience in Agile and DevOps environments, with a quick learning ability to adapt to evolving project needs.
• Skilled in applying structured methodologies and tools to ensure quality assurance practices are met across all phases.

Knowledge and experience of the following would be advantageous

• Practical experience with test automation tools (Cypress or Playwright preferred)
• Experience with AI tools or testing applications utilising AI.

What we look for in our people

• Strong alignment with FSP values and ethos
• Commitment to teamwork, quality and mutual success
• Proactivity with an ability to operate with pace and energy
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Dedication to excellence and quality

Who are FSP?

FSP is a leading consultancy specialising in Digital, Security and AI solutions. Our success is enabled by our unwavering commitment to excellence, our people centric culture alongside best-in‑class operations, ensuring impactful and sustainable outcomes for our clients.

As a long standing and highly accredited Microsoft Partner, with extensive solution designations, we partner with clients across a range of commercial sectors, enabling digital transformation, innovation and robust cyber security.

We navigate the complexities of data sensitivity, confidentiality, governance and compliance. We blend strategic insight, depth of technical expertise, delivery and operational excellence to meet the specific requirements outlined.

We take a collaborative, one team approach with our clients to drive sustainable change, providing outstanding client experience and delivering exceptional results that are aligned with business priorities.

Our commitment to security and quality is reinforced by our ISO27001 and ISO9001 certifications (UKAS), as well as our CREST approved penetration testing and SOC capabilities. Additionally, we are an IASME Cyber Essentials Certification Body and Cyber Essentials Plus certified.

Find out more about our accolades here: https://fsp.co/about-fsp/

Why work for FSP?

At FSP, we are committed to providing:

• A collaborative and supportive environment in which you can grow and develop your career
• The tools and opportunity to do work you can be proud of
• A chance to work alongside some of the best people in the industry, who always seek to share their knowledge and experience
• Hybrid working – we empower you to make smart choices about when and where to work to achieve great results
• Industry leading coaching and mentoring
• Competitive salary and an excellent benefits package

Equal and Fair Opportunity

FSP is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications from all suitable candidates. We consider all applicants for employment regardless of age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief.

Research suggests that applicants from underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for roles if they do not precisely meet requirements, or if they felt there were clear barriers as to who should apply. If you are excited about a potential role with us but are concerned that you may not be a perfect fit, please do apply, as you may be the ideal candidate for this role or for a different vacancy within FSP.

We endeavour to always provide fair opportunity for applicants to showcase themselves in the best way possible during any interviews or meetings. If you require any adjustments for a call or in-person meeting, please let us know.