66 Qa Lead jobs in London

Software Testing & Automation Specialist - Web Ecommerce- Contract

Location: Hammersmith (4 days on site, 1 day remote)
Rate: 500 - 650 per day (to Umbrella)
Contract Length: 6 - 12 months

We're looking for an experienced Software Testing & Automation Specialist to join the digital product team and design and implement from scratch an automated UI testing framework for a bespoke ecommerce / complex web platform as the sole test consultant. The role focuses on designing and implementing a UI acceptance testing strategy and automation solution for a bespoke ecommerce platform built on a Microsoft .NET stack, currently tested manually by engineers and product owners.

You'll deliver a maintainable, pragmatic, and scalable automation framework that enables the team to improve efficiency, reduce risk, and enhance release quality while ensuring it can be easily maintained and extended by non-specialists/non testers once your contract ends. Successful candidates must have similar experience in designing and implementing from scratch an automated UI testing framework for ecommerce / complex web platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyse current manual testing processes and identify opportunities for automation.
• Recommend and implement automation tools (e.g., Selenium, Cypress, BrowserStack, Testim).
• Design and configure an automated testing framework for functional and regression testing.
• Develop reusable test cases, templates, and clear documentation.
• Train and support team members to maintain and extend automated tests.
• Provide reporting on coverage, outcomes, and defects.

Experience & Skills

• Proven experience in both manual and automated testing.
• Strong background in designing and implementing automated UI testing frameworks for ecommerce or complex web platforms.
• Previous experience leading the design and build of automated testing frameworks from scratch (Greenfield).
• Expertise in at least one automation tool or framework.
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and integrating testing into release cycles.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Collaborative, self-motivated, and able to deliver outcomes independently.

Everybody is welcome

Diversity and Inclusion Statement. | PCR Digital

"At PCR Digital, we are committed to ensuring that diversity, equity and inclusion play a role at all stages of our recruitment - it is important to us that our own company culture and the culture of our network is as varied and supportive as possible. We love people (it's why we do what we do), so, regardless of background, we welcome you to work with us or apply to any of our jobs if you feel that they are right for you."

We also aim to ensure that our entire process is accessible. Please make us aware of any adjustments you may need throughout the selection, interview and general process and we will do all we can to ensure that any barriers are removed for you.

• Lead all QA and test activities, ensuring compliance with relevant defence assurance standards.
• Define and implement QA processes, tooling, and reporting to establish robust quality practices.
• Collaborate with developers to embed automated testing and maintain requirements traceability.
• Create, manage, and execute test plans, test cases, and the defect lifecycle.
• Mentor junior testers and provide day-to-day oversight of test execution.
• Support TRL progression and ensure readiness for operational deployment.
• Identify, prioritise, and communicate risks, along with proposed mitigating actions.

• Active SC Clearance is essential.
• Proven experience in QA/Test leadership within defence, aerospace, or safety-critical software environments .
• Background in testing production-grade embedded/low-level software on hardware systems.
• Strong understanding of TRLs and operational readiness requirements.
• Expertise in test design, requirements traceability, and defect management.
• Ability to mentor and guide testers while working collaboratively with developers.
• Inquisitive, solutions-focused approach to problem solving, with the ability to simplify complex challenges.

• Lead all QA and test activities, ensuring compliance with relevant defence assurance standards.
• Define and implement QA processes, tooling, and reporting to establish robust quality practices.
• Collaborate with developers to embed automated testing and maintain requirements traceability.
• Create, manage, and execute test plans, test cases, and the defect lifecycle.
• Mentor junior testers and provide day-to-day oversight of test execution.
• Support TRL progression and ensure readiness for operational deployment.
• Identify, prioritise, and communicate risks, along with proposed mitigating actions.

• Active SC Clearance is essential.
• Proven experience in QA/Test leadership within defence, aerospace, or safety-critical software environments .
• Background in testing production-grade embedded/low-level software on hardware systems.
• Strong understanding of TRLs and operational readiness requirements.
• Expertise in test design, requirements traceability, and defect management.
• Ability to mentor and guide testers while working collaboratively with developers.
• Inquisitive, solutions-focused approach to problem solving, with the ability to simplify complex challenges.

Test Automation Engineer - UiPath - Leading Investment Bank - London

My client, a leading investment bank, is seeking an experienced Test Automation Engineer to join their team and lead a Proof of Concept (POC) initiative focused on evaluating UiPath's Test Suite for automating testing across banking applications.

This is a hands-on role involving rapid prototyping, tool evaluation, and the delivery of automated test scenarios aimed at enhancing software quality and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Technical

• Design and implement a test automation framework using UiPath
• Develop and execute automated test scripts for financial applications
• Validate software functionality, performance, and security
• Review requirements and design documents for testability
• Assess UiPath's integration capabilities with CI/CD tools

Skills & Experience

Required

• Proven experience in IT automation projects
• Proficiency in UiPath Studio, Orchestrator, and Test Suite
• Strong programming skills in Java, VB.NET, or C#
• Familiarity with Git, Bitbucket, and Azure DevOps
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills

Preferred

• UiPath certifications (e.g., Advanced RPA Developer or Testing Engineer)
• Experience testing financial applications (Front, Middle, Back Office)
• Background in capital markets or investment banking
• Exposure to other automation tools (e.g., Selenium, Cucumber, Postman)
• Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies

If this opportunity aligns with your experience and interests, please apply with your updated CV.

Test Automation Engineer (Hardware/Software) – London

This cutting-edge R&D company based in West London is looking for a Test Automation Engineer to join their talented and collaborative team. Specialising in award-winning hardware and software solutions, this award-winning company is at the forefront of video processing, lighting and motion control technologies.

The Role
The Test Automation Engineer will work across a variety of hardware and software products and technologies, as a member of a collaborative team delivering market-leading solutions. These products span desktop and embedded applications, hardware and web API domains, and require a coordination of test approaches and tools across these to maximise efficiency and coverage.

The role will focus primarily on designing test systems for new products to ensure successful test automation architecture, with a secondary focus of updating and automating existing systems for control products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and architect test automation frameworks across varied platforms
li>Create and execute comprehensive test plans and scripts
• Collaborate with developers and product managers to refine system requirements
• Enhance testing efficiency by introducing new tools and methodologies
• Maintain test environments and ensure robust test coverage
• Lead and mentor junior QA engineers, ensuring adherence to best practices

Essential Experience:

• 5+ years in a test automation role
• Proficient in Python
• Strong background in CI/CD and version control systems (e.g., Git)
• Expertise in software QA methodologies and tools
• Experience of hardware integration
• Familiarity with BDD and Gherkin syntax
• Hands-on experience in manual and automated testing

Desirable Extras:

• Experience with Postman, Froglogic Squish, and unit testing
• Knowledge of Ethernet, TLS, and video technologies
• Background in live events or installation environments
• Team leadership or project management experience

Benefits Include:

• Tax-free profit-sharing scheme
• Private health insurance
• Flexible working hours
• Enhanced holiday allowance
• Pension contributions
• In-house training and development

Who You Are:
A creative problem-solver with a passion for quality and innovation. You're methodical, detail-oriented, and enthusiastic about exploring new technologies. With excellent communication skills, you thrive in both independent and team settings.

Interested? Apply now to work on industry-leading solutions with a company that values innovation, sustainability, and its people.

Test Automation Engineer - UiPath - Leading Investment Bank - London

My client, a leading investment bank, is seeking an experienced Test Automation Engineer to join their team and lead a Proof of Concept (POC) initiative focused on evaluating UiPath's Test Suite for automating testing across banking applications.

This is a hands-on role involving rapid prototyping, tool evaluation, and the delivery of automated test scenarios aimed at enhancing software quality and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Technical

• Design and implement a test automation framework using UiPath
• Develop and execute automated test scripts for financial applications
• Validate software functionality, performance, and security
• Review requirements and design documents for testability
• Assess UiPath's integration capabilities with CI/CD tools

Skills & Experience

Required

• Proven experience in IT automation projects
• Proficiency in UiPath Studio, Orchestrator, and Test Suite
• Strong programming skills in Java, VB.NET, or C#
• Familiarity with Git, Bitbucket, and Azure DevOps
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills

Preferred

• UiPath certifications (e.g., Advanced RPA Developer or Testing Engineer)
• Experience testing financial applications (Front, Middle, Back Office)
• Background in capital markets or investment banking
• Exposure to other automation tools (e.g., Selenium, Cucumber, Postman)
• Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies

If this opportunity aligns with your experience and interests, please apply with your updated CV.

Test Automation Engineer (Hardware/Software) – London

This cutting-edge R&D company based in West London is looking for a Test Automation Engineer to join their talented and collaborative team. Specialising in award-winning hardware and software solutions, this award-winning company is at the forefront of video processing, lighting and motion control technologies.

The Role
The Test Automation Engineer will work across a variety of hardware and software products and technologies, as a member of a collaborative team delivering market-leading solutions. These products span desktop and embedded applications, hardware and web API domains, and require a coordination of test approaches and tools across these to maximise efficiency and coverage.

The role will focus primarily on designing test systems for new products to ensure successful test automation architecture, with a secondary focus of updating and automating existing systems for control products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and architect test automation frameworks across varied platforms
li>Create and execute comprehensive test plans and scripts
• Collaborate with developers and product managers to refine system requirements
• Enhance testing efficiency by introducing new tools and methodologies
• Maintain test environments and ensure robust test coverage
• Lead and mentor junior QA engineers, ensuring adherence to best practices

Essential Experience:

• 5+ years in a test automation role
• Proficient in Python
• Strong background in CI/CD and version control systems (e.g., Git)
• Expertise in software QA methodologies and tools
• Experience of hardware integration
• Familiarity with BDD and Gherkin syntax
• Hands-on experience in manual and automated testing

Desirable Extras:

• Experience with Postman, Froglogic Squish, and unit testing
• Knowledge of Ethernet, TLS, and video technologies
• Background in live events or installation environments
• Team leadership or project management experience

Benefits Include:

• Tax-free profit-sharing scheme
• Private health insurance
• Flexible working hours
• Enhanced holiday allowance
• Pension contributions
• In-house training and development

Who You Are:
A creative problem-solver with a passion for quality and innovation. You're methodical, detail-oriented, and enthusiastic about exploring new technologies. With excellent communication skills, you thrive in both independent and team settings.

Interested? Apply now to work on industry-leading solutions with a company that values innovation, sustainability, and its people.

Data Test Automation Technical lead

Location: London, UK

6 Months Contract or FTC

2 days onsite work per week

·   Overall Exp - 10 - 12 years, Relevant exp - 6 - 8 years. 

·   Excellent experience in testing of data

·   Experience in creating data testing frameworks from scratch

·   Provide guidance to the team for testing of data demonstrating real experience in technology and processes

·   Technology experience

o   JMeter – for API testing (Load and Performance testing experience not needed)

o   Groovy

o   Pyspark – Should be able to write scripts for data processing

o   Data Lakes

o   Kafka Streamsets

o   AWS cloud

#AWS #Pyspark #DataLakes #Groovy #Jmeter #TestAutomation #London #Hybrid

#AWS #Pyspark #DataLakes #Groovy #Jmeter #TestAutomation #London #Hybrid