Testing Team Lead FTC

SmartestEnergy Business Limited; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

SmartestEnergy Business Limited in Ipswich is seeking an experienced Testing Team Lead to drive robust testing strategies across internal projects and ensure the highest quality throughout the project lifecycle. You will own project-level test strategies and plans, partnering with Product Owners, BAs and PMs to align testing with business requirements and milestones.

You will lead and develop a team of test analysts, overseeing planning, execution, monitoring and control of testing activities

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in a Test Lead role.
• Hands-on testing across manual, automated, API and UAT.
• Experience with MS SQL Server, Postman, Azure DevOps, Git and Cypress.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of test analysts.
• Plan, execute, monitor and control testing activities.
• Produce and maintain test strategies, plans and reports.
• Coordinate with third-party software suppliers and manage risks.

Skills

Test Lead

Team Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Agile/Scrum

Quality Assurance

Tools

MS SQL Server

Postman

Azure DevOps

Git

Cypress

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Testing Team Lead to lead and support the delivery of robust testing strategies across internal projects, ensuring the highest standards of quality throughout the project lifecycle. Working within the PMO Change governance framework and under the guidance of the CoE Test Manager, you will take ownership of project-level test strategies and plans, partnering closely with Product Owners, Subject Matter Experts, Business Analysts and Project Managers to ensure testing activities are aligned with business requirements, project milestones and delivery objectives.

You will lead and develop a team of test analysts, overseeing the planning, execution, monitoring and control of testing activities while ensuring appropriate resources, processes and documentation are in place. Responsibilities will include producing and maintaining test strategies, test plans and completion reports, coordinating with third-party software suppliers, estimating testing effort, managing risks and issues, and mentoring team members to support continuous improvement and consistently high-quality outcomes.

Please note this is a Fixed Term Contract until June 2027

What skills/experience do I need to be successful?

Substantial experience in a Test Lead role, with the ability to set technical standards, lead teams and drive testing best practice;

Hands-on experience across manual and automated testing, API testing and UAT, with strong stakeholder management skills;

Experience with relevant tools and technologies, including MS SQL Server, Postman, Azure DevOps, Git and Cypress, ideally within an Agile/Scrum environment.

What sets us apart?

Global Impact: With offices in the UK, US, and Australia, and plans for further expansion, you'll be part of a dynamic, globally-minded team, with opportunities to explore new markets and make a difference on a global scale.

Flexible Working: Embrace the freedom to work from anywhere in the world for up to 30 days a year. We prioritize work-life balance, recognizing that your well-being matters. Find out more here.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We celebrate our diverse culture and value individuals irrespective of background, disability, religion, gender identity, sexuality, or ethnicity. Join a team where diversity is not just welcomed but celebrated as a key driver of growth and innovation.

What does hybrid working mean to us?

Hybrid working typically means 2 days in the office location listed on this advert and 3 days working at home each week. Some occasional travel to our other offices may be required.

We're committed to making the application process easy and comfortable. Let us know how we can help you with any reasonable adjustments that can be tailored to your needs. At the bottom of each of our adverts you can find one of our recruitment teams' contact details.