Testing Lead

Delta Capita; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in financial services is seeking an End-to-End Testing Lead to ensure quality assurance and user testing. This role involves designing test cases, managing defects, and coordinating software releases, requiring strong expertise in JIRA and automated testing. Ideal candidates will have a robust background in QA and a passion for delivering high-quality software solutions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in QA, user testing, and release management.
• Proficiency with JIRA, especially in testing plans.
• Experience with automated testing tools like Selenium and Postman.

Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and maintain manual and automated test cases.
• Collaborate with developers to translate requirements into test plans.
• Coordinate and support User Acceptance Testing (UAT) activities.

Skills

Quality Assurance

User Testing

Release Management

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Tools

JIRA

Selenium

Postman

Job description

We are seeking an End-to-End Testing Lead to join our dynamic team, focusing on quality assurance, user testing, and release management with Workflow Management and Data Systems. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in manual and automated testing, a keen eye for detail, and a passion for delivering high-quality software solutions in a secure and structured environment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Testing & Quality Assurance:

   • Design, execute, and maintain manual and automated test cases for applications built on the Workflow Solutions Platform using JIRA testing.
   • Ensure comprehensive test coverage across functional, regression, integration, and performance testing.
   • Collaborate with developers and business analysts to understand requirements and translate them into effective test plans.

2. Test Management:

   • Utilize JIRA Test Plans or similar tools to manage test cases, test suites, and test runs.
   • Track and report on test progress, coverage, and results to stakeholders.

3. Defect Management:

   • Identify, log, and track defects through to resolution using Service Now tickets and JIRA, or equivalent platforms.
   • Work closely with development teams to triage and prioritize issues.

4. User Acceptance Testing (UAT):

   • Coordinate and support UAT activities with business users.
   • Ensure feedback is captured, analyzed, and incorporated into the release cycle.

5. Release & Environment Coordination:

   • Plan and coordinate software releases across multiple environments (Dev, Test, UAT, Production).
   • Maintain environment integrity and ensure proper version control and deployment sequencing.
   • Collaborate with DevOps and infrastructure teams to manage release pipelines and deployment schedules.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in QA, user testing, and release management, preferably within JIRA.
• Proficiency with JIRA, especially the setup and management of testing plans.
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies.
• Experience with automated testing tools (e.g., Selenium, Postman).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and release automation.

How We Work:

Delta Capita is an equal opportunity employer. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, colour, disability, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If you require any reasonable adjustments through your interview process, please use the designated space within the application questionnaire.

This is a fixed-term contract based in London. As the selection and interview process is ongoing, please submit your application in English as soon as possible. If your profile is selected, a member of our team will contact you within 4 weeks. A valid UK work permit is mandatory for this role.

Expectations regarding hybrid working: Our policy for physically working from the office aligns with our clients' policies, requiring most candidates to be flexible to meet client demands, typically a minimum of 3 days in the office, with some requiring up to 5 days.

Who We Are:

Delta Capita Group is a global managed services, consulting, and solutions provider with expertise in Financial Services and technology innovation. Our mission is to reinvent the financial services value chain by providing technology-based mutualized services for financial institutions.

Our 3 offerings are:

• Managed Services
• Consulting & Solutions
• Technology

To learn more about Delta Capita and our culture, click here: Working at DC - Delta Capita