Test Process Improvement Lead

PowerToFly; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Glasgow is seeking a Process Improvement Lead for Software Testing to optimize testing processes and innovate across the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in software development, proven leadership abilities, and strong knowledge of test automation. This position requires collaboration with development teams to enhance quality and efficiency, as well as keeping abreast of the latest trends in software testing. Competitive benefits and opportunities for progression are offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive employee benefits

Flexible working opportunities

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in software development and test automation in large-scale environments.
• Experience in leading initiatives and teams.
• Ability to evaluate testing tools across STLC.
• Experience in Agile, DevOps or CI/CD-driven environments.
• Experience with cloud-native applications and infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Drive continuous improvement in test coverage and speed.
• Collaborate with teams to define test strategies.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices.

Skills

Proficiency in Java, Python, or C#

Strong experience with test automation frameworks

Expertise in API testing tools

Familiarity with CI/CD tools and practices

Solid understanding of software testing methodologies

Experience with version control systems

Strong analytical, problem-solving skills

Tools

Selenium

Cypress

Postman

REST Assured

Jenkins

Git

JMeter

Docker

Job description

Test Process Improvement Lead

Glasgow

JR021760

The Software Testing Process Improvement Lead will drive initiatives focused on optimizing software testing processes within the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). This role is critical in shaping the Firm’s testing strategy and ensuring efficiency, quality, and consistency across the Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC).

The role also covers keeping up to date with the latest trends in software testing and integrating them into the Firm’s testing practices, ensuring continuous improvement and innovation. The position involves close collaboration with development teams and tool vendors to assess, evaluate, and onboard tools, as well as leading inner-source development of standardized frameworks for enterprise-wide adoption.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Coordinate and oversee all efforts to improve and streamline testing processes within the SDLC.
• Tool Assessment & Onboarding: Collaborate with development teams and vendors to evaluate, select, and integrate tools across STLC stages.
• Framework Development: Lead inner-source initiatives to design and standardize reusable testing frameworks for enterprise-wide use.
• Collaboration: Act as a trusted advisor to development teams, influencing testing practices and promoting automation and efficiency.
• Innovation: Identify emerging trends and technologies in testing and champion their adoption to enhance quality and speed.

Skills Required

• Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Java, Python, or C#.
• Strong experience with test automation frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, TestNG, JUnit).
• Expertise in API testing tools (e.g., Postman, REST Assured).
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools and practices (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps).
• Outstanding understanding of software testing methodologies, best practices, and STLC.
• Solid understanding of the different test levels and test types.
• Previous experience with test process improvement.
• Previous experience with tool selection and onboarding.

Desired Experience

• 15+ years of experience in software development and test automation within large-scale enterprise environments.
• Demonstrated experience in leading people and initiatives.
• Proven ability to evaluate and compare testing tools across various phases of the STLC, including functional, performance, security, and regression testing.
• Ability to define and apply standardized evaluation criteria (e.g., scalability, integration capabilities, cost, ease of use) to recommend appropriate testing tools and frameworks.
• Experience working in Agile, DevOps, or CI/CD-driven environments.
• Experience defining test strategies for enterprise-level projects.

Desired Experience

• 5+ years of experience in software development and test automation within large-scale enterprise environments.
• Demonstrated experience in evaluating and comparing testing tools across various phases of the Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC), including functional, performance, security, and regression testing.
• Proven ability to define and apply standardized evaluation criteria (e.g., scalability, integration capabilities, cost, ease of use) to recommend appropriate testing tools and frameworks.
• Experience working in Agile, DevOps, or CI/CD-driven environments.
• Prior experience in financial services, fintech, or other regulated industries is highly desirable.
• Experience with cloud-native applications and infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or GCP).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks and reusable test components for APIs, microservices, and user interfaces.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define test strategies and integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines.
• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of testing tools and frameworks across different stages of the STLC (unit, integration, system, performance, security, and UAT).
• Develop standardized criteria for tool evaluation, including performance benchmarks, integration capabilities, licensing, and supportability.
• Present findings and recommendations to engineering leadership and influence tool adoption decisions.
• Drive continuous improvement in test coverage, execution speed, and defect detection.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to the development of high‑quality, testable code.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices in test automation and quality engineering.

Skills Required

• Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Java, Python, or C#.
• Strong experience with test automation frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, TestNG, JUnit).
• Expertise in API testing tools (e.g., Postman, REST Assured).
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools and practices (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps).
• Solid understanding of software testing methodologies and STLC.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.

Skills Desired

• Experience with performance and load testing tools (e.g., JMeter, Gatling, Locust).
• Knowledge of security testing tools (e.g., OWASP ZAP, Burp Suite).
• Familiarity with service virtualization and mocking tools (e.g., WireMock, Mountebank).
• Exposure to containerization and orchestration technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Understanding of financial systems, trading platforms, or regulatory compliance requirements.
• Experience with test data management and synthetic data generation tools.
• Knowledge of Behavior‑Driven Development (BDD) frameworks (e.g., Cucumber, SpecFlow).

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY:

We are committed to maintaining the first‑class service and high standard of excellence that have defined Morgan Stanley for over 89 years. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren’t just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work‑life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There’s also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.

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Flexible work statement

Interested in flexible working opportunities? Morgan Stanley empowers employees to have greater freedom of choice through flexible working arrangements. Speak to our recruitment team to find out more.

Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential. Our skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the global communities in which we operate and who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences. Our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion is evident through our constant focus on recruiting, developing, and advancing individuals based on their skills and talents.