Software Quality Assurance Lead

JR United Kingdom; Watford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in the oil and gas sector seeks a Software Quality Assurance Lead. The role involves manual and automated testing and leadership responsibilities, offering up to £80,000 plus benefits including hybrid working and private healthcare. Candidates should have relevant experience and reside within commuting distance of Aberdeen.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Pension

Hybrid working

On-site gym

Life insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in manual and automated testing required.
• Proficiency in Selenium, Cucumber, and C#.
• Background in software related to hardware/products is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Lead QA processes and report to the Software Development Manager.
• Create automated test cases and drive change in QA practices.
• Challenge the status quo and improve testing strategies.

Skills

Manual Testing

Automated Testing

Selenium

Cucumber

C#

Job description

Software Quality Assurance Lead, Watford, Hertfordshire

Client: Bright Purple

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 04.06.2025

Expiry Date: 19.07.2025

Job Description:

Head of QA / Lead Software Tester

If you're an experienced software tester with solid hands-on experience looking to step into a leadership role, or an experienced QA Lead seeking a new opportunity, then this role is for you.

You should have experience in manual and automated testing, with proficiency in tools and technologies like Selenium, Cucumber, C#, etc. You will have worked in a commercial environment testing software, creating automated test cases from scratch, and be capable of driving change. You should be comfortable challenging the status quo.

In this role, you will report directly to the Software Development Manager and become the organization's 'go-to person' for all QA-related matters.

Your background should ideally include experience working with software closely related to hardware/products.

This role offers up to £80,000 plus benefits such as private healthcare, pension, hybrid working, on-site gym, life insurance, and more.

Our client is a global technology company within the oil and gas sector. You will need to be within commuting distance of the Aberdeen office, as this role requires onsite work.

Bright Purple is an equal opportunities employer and values diversity in its workforce.