Product Designer About People's Partnership: At the heart of our not-for-profit organisation is a commitment and a motivation to make the future-saving experience a simple one for our members. We champion fairness and simplicity, not profit-chasing. Imagine a financial adventure where everyone's a winner, fuelled by our exceptional service and brought to life by the fantastic individuals who work for us. We're a diverse employer with a flexible, hybrid working approach, ensuring everyone gets the opportunity to come to work and be the best version of themselves. What you'll be doing: Lead the product design strategy and delivery for one or more digital channels aligned to specific customer segments. You will own the end-to-end user experience, defining the UX vision, standards, and design approach to create intuitive digital journeys that help customers understand, manage, and maximise their pension savings. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will ensure design excellence throughout the product lifecycle, driving high-quality outcomes through effective governance, scalable component-based design practices, evidence-led decision making, and seamless collaboration with engineering teams. Your focus will be on delivering consistent, accessible, and customer-centric experiences that meet both user needs and business objectives. Own the UX strategy, vision, and experience quality for your aligned channel or channels, or specific customer segment. Provide day-to-day design direction; set patterns and principles; resolve trade-offs across customer value, feasibility, and governance in discussion with the Product Owner(s). Oversee contractors and/or agency designers: define briefs, set quality bars, review outputs, and manage delivery to timelines and standards. Ensure the right components are built and used: champion re-use from the design system, raise proposals for new components when justified by user needs, and prevent divergence that introduces design debt. Ensure components are built and approved according to the governance process: run/attend design reviews, document decisions, and steward changes from proposal through approval and release. Ensure designs are properly tested before build: define learning objectives; select methods (usability tests, A/B, accessibility audits); synthesise insights; iterate designs; and log results to the product's evidence base. What we're looking for: Proven experience as a Product Designer/UX Lead owning a product or major product area end-to-end. Demonstrable oversight of contractors or agency designers, including setting standards and reviewing delivery. Strong portfolio of component-based product work using a design system (Figma or equivalent). Hands-on user research and usability testing experience. Skilled in interaction design, information architecture, content/UI design, and prototyping. Excellent documentation and developer handover practice. Accessibility literacy (WCAG), inclusive design techniques. Comfortable with agile delivery and collaborating with Product, Engineering, QA, Data/Analytics. Clear communicator; able to present trade-offs to senior stakeholders. What you can expect from us: Generous pension contributions with an employer contribution of up to 14% Real living wage Income protection, critical illness cover & death in service insurance Employee healthcare Parental and adoption leave Learning & development opportunities and study support Travel season ticket loans Grab & Go Deli Café Volunteering days and charity payroll giving Onsite gym Ride-to-Work scheme Social clubs and events Disability Statement People's Partnership is an equal opportunities employer. We believe everyone has the right to be treated fairly, with dignity and respect. We are committed to treating all our people (and all who apply for a role at People's Partnership) equally and enabling them to perform at their best and demonstrate what they have to offer. We are a disability committed employer, please let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments made to our recruitment process (application, selection assessments where relevant, and interview) to enable you to show us the best "you".
Aug 16, 2026
Full time
Product Designer About People's Partnership: At the heart of our not-for-profit organisation is a commitment and a motivation to make the future-saving experience a simple one for our members. We champion fairness and simplicity, not profit-chasing. Imagine a financial adventure where everyone's a winner, fuelled by our exceptional service and brought to life by the fantastic individuals who work for us. We're a diverse employer with a flexible, hybrid working approach, ensuring everyone gets the opportunity to come to work and be the best version of themselves. What you'll be doing: Lead the product design strategy and delivery for one or more digital channels aligned to specific customer segments. You will own the end-to-end user experience, defining the UX vision, standards, and design approach to create intuitive digital journeys that help customers understand, manage, and maximise their pension savings. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will ensure design excellence throughout the product lifecycle, driving high-quality outcomes through effective governance, scalable component-based design practices, evidence-led decision making, and seamless collaboration with engineering teams. Your focus will be on delivering consistent, accessible, and customer-centric experiences that meet both user needs and business objectives. Own the UX strategy, vision, and experience quality for your aligned channel or channels, or specific customer segment. Provide day-to-day design direction; set patterns and principles; resolve trade-offs across customer value, feasibility, and governance in discussion with the Product Owner(s). Oversee contractors and/or agency designers: define briefs, set quality bars, review outputs, and manage delivery to timelines and standards. Ensure the right components are built and used: champion re-use from the design system, raise proposals for new components when justified by user needs, and prevent divergence that introduces design debt. Ensure components are built and approved according to the governance process: run/attend design reviews, document decisions, and steward changes from proposal through approval and release. Ensure designs are properly tested before build: define learning objectives; select methods (usability tests, A/B, accessibility audits); synthesise insights; iterate designs; and log results to the product's evidence base. What we're looking for: Proven experience as a Product Designer/UX Lead owning a product or major product area end-to-end. Demonstrable oversight of contractors or agency designers, including setting standards and reviewing delivery. Strong portfolio of component-based product work using a design system (Figma or equivalent). Hands-on user research and usability testing experience. Skilled in interaction design, information architecture, content/UI design, and prototyping. Excellent documentation and developer handover practice. Accessibility literacy (WCAG), inclusive design techniques. Comfortable with agile delivery and collaborating with Product, Engineering, QA, Data/Analytics. Clear communicator; able to present trade-offs to senior stakeholders. What you can expect from us: Generous pension contributions with an employer contribution of up to 14% Real living wage Income protection, critical illness cover & death in service insurance Employee healthcare Parental and adoption leave Learning & development opportunities and study support Travel season ticket loans Grab & Go Deli Café Volunteering days and charity payroll giving Onsite gym Ride-to-Work scheme Social clubs and events Disability Statement People's Partnership is an equal opportunities employer. We believe everyone has the right to be treated fairly, with dignity and respect. We are committed to treating all our people (and all who apply for a role at People's Partnership) equally and enabling them to perform at their best and demonstrate what they have to offer. We are a disability committed employer, please let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments made to our recruitment process (application, selection assessments where relevant, and interview) to enable you to show us the best "you".
We are currently looking for a freelance Section / Senior Engineer to join a newly awarded civil engineering project at Immingham Docks, starting in early September. The scheme includes the construction of new roads and a bridge going into the docks. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing site engineering activities, managing and coordinating subcontractors and engineers, ensuring works are delivered to specification, and taking a lead on QA, ITPs, inspections and documentation. To be considered you must have SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid. Strong civil engineering experience is essential, ideally with highways, structures and infrastructure experience. This is an ongoing freelance position with a top day rate outside IR35. If you're looking for work please send in you CV
Aug 16, 2026
Contractor
We are currently looking for a freelance Section / Senior Engineer to join a newly awarded civil engineering project at Immingham Docks, starting in early September. The scheme includes the construction of new roads and a bridge going into the docks. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing site engineering activities, managing and coordinating subcontractors and engineers, ensuring works are delivered to specification, and taking a lead on QA, ITPs, inspections and documentation. To be considered you must have SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid. Strong civil engineering experience is essential, ideally with highways, structures and infrastructure experience. This is an ongoing freelance position with a top day rate outside IR35. If you're looking for work please send in you CV
Position: Principal/Lead HVAC Design Engineer Location: London Salary: 65,000- 75,000 Principal/Lead HVAC Design Engineer - Job Overview Principal/Lead Design Engineer required for our client, a leading HVAC company that has 6 regional offices and has been expanding since it formed over 20 years ago. They offer their customers a complete turnkey solution for the design, installation, service, maintenance, fault finding and repair on a range of HVAC equipment. Responsibilities Oversee technical strategy for decarbonisation projects. Provide QA/QC on all design deliverables. Lead high-value proposals and client presentations. Develop and maintain senior-level client relationships. Mentor engineers across all tiers. Lead high-value and costed proposals to clients, ensuring commercial and technical strength. Drive innovation in low-carbon design and financing models. Represent our client at industry events, panels, and conferences. The opportunity will be a hybrid role with regular UK travel, expect 40-50% of time to be spent at client sites and industry events. Principal/Lead HVAC Design Engineer - Salary & Benefits Basic Salary 65,000 - 75,000 DOE Bonus Scheme Car Allowance Employee-owned trust scheme 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holiday's Further package details to be discussed at interview Principal/Lead HVAC Design Engineer - Job Requirements 10+ years' building services/HVAC design experience. Recognised authority in decarbonisation and sustainability. Demonstrated success in leading complex, multi-million-pound projects. Strong professional network and proven ability to win work. CEng / MCIBSE (or equivalent) preferred Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.
Aug 15, 2026
Full time
Position: Principal/Lead HVAC Design Engineer Location: London Salary: 65,000- 75,000 Principal/Lead HVAC Design Engineer - Job Overview Principal/Lead Design Engineer required for our client, a leading HVAC company that has 6 regional offices and has been expanding since it formed over 20 years ago. They offer their customers a complete turnkey solution for the design, installation, service, maintenance, fault finding and repair on a range of HVAC equipment. Responsibilities Oversee technical strategy for decarbonisation projects. Provide QA/QC on all design deliverables. Lead high-value proposals and client presentations. Develop and maintain senior-level client relationships. Mentor engineers across all tiers. Lead high-value and costed proposals to clients, ensuring commercial and technical strength. Drive innovation in low-carbon design and financing models. Represent our client at industry events, panels, and conferences. The opportunity will be a hybrid role with regular UK travel, expect 40-50% of time to be spent at client sites and industry events. Principal/Lead HVAC Design Engineer - Salary & Benefits Basic Salary 65,000 - 75,000 DOE Bonus Scheme Car Allowance Employee-owned trust scheme 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holiday's Further package details to be discussed at interview Principal/Lead HVAC Design Engineer - Job Requirements 10+ years' building services/HVAC design experience. Recognised authority in decarbonisation and sustainability. Demonstrated success in leading complex, multi-million-pound projects. Strong professional network and proven ability to win work. CEng / MCIBSE (or equivalent) preferred Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.
Role Overview We are looking for a creative-led Creative Manager to lead the design and creative studio function within the Brand & Communications function at K3 Advisory Group. You will manage creative output across the K3 portfolio, ensuring brand consistency, quality, and commercial effectiveness across all visual assets. Working closely with brand managers, copywriters, and performance specialists, you will oversee the creative roadmap, manage capacity, and maintain the design system and asset library. This role combines creative leadership with operational management, making it ideal for someone with a strong design sensibility and proven people management experience. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Management • Design studio management • Brand governance • Deadlines & delivery • Test & learn plan • Creative resource allocation • Conversion design performance • Team performance & objective setting Functional Responsibilities • You will own the design studio's operating rhythm - keeping folders, briefs and workflows organised so the team can move fast without ever losing quality. • You will build and evolve K3's brand asset and component library, creating a scalable design system that keeps every business unit looking and feeling consistently on-brand. • You will be the studio's first point of contact for new briefs, shaping requirements with stakeholders up front so work lands right the first time. • You will manage brief completion and asset approvals end-to-end, giving stakeholders total confidence that what they sign off is exactly what gets shipped. • You will allocate projects and tasks across the studio, balancing capacity and priority to keep every deadline on track. • You will set and govern channel-specific design best practice, making sure every asset is built to convert as well as it looks. • You will optimise digital placements and customer journeys across devices, crafting experiences that feel seamless wherever they show up. • You will keep the studio ahead of the curve - researching design trends, channel best practice and competitor creative to keep K3's output fresh and effective. • You will partner with brand managers, marketing heads and business leaders to craft and execute multi-channel campaign creative, developing the themes and identifiers that bring every campaign to life. • You will run creative A/B tests across email, organic/paid social and display, using the results to sharpen what the studio produces next. • You will work hand-in-hand with performance and channel teams, contributing directly to commercial targets through the creative you deliver. • You will champion design and digital modernisation, using AI to produce bespoke, premium pitch decks and bid materials at real pace. • You will roll up your sleeves and deliver design work yourself, balancing your own workload alongside leading the team's. • You will train and upskill the team in AI-assisted creative creation - prompt engineering, creative personalisation, dynamic creative generation, and the QA and fact-checking that keeps it all trustworthy. • You will harness in-house AI agents to generate ICP-segmented creative at speed, working within a controlled, IP-governed framework of prompts. • You will drive a systematic framework for ad creative, aligning funnel stage, placement, motivation and demographic targeting into one coherent approach. • You will lead, coach and manage your team, setting clear objectives and driving strong performance. Key performance measures • Delivery - assets delivered on time, average turnaround time, productivity (AI) • Quality - stakeholder satisfaction • Brand - compliance governance • Digital (email, social, etc.) - CTR improvements from creative tests • Landing page conversion uplift • Campaign performance - commercial targets met What we offer • Competitive salary, commensurate with experience and seniority • Performance-related bonus linked to individual and business outcomes • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements • Structured professional development budget and learning opportunities • Pension and healthcare options • Exposure to a broad and diverse portfolio of professional services businesses across K3 Advisory Group • A fast-paced, commercially driven environment with real scope for career progression Please note this is a hybrid role with 1-2 days per week based at our Manchester or London office
Aug 15, 2026
Full time
Role Overview We are looking for a creative-led Creative Manager to lead the design and creative studio function within the Brand & Communications function at K3 Advisory Group. You will manage creative output across the K3 portfolio, ensuring brand consistency, quality, and commercial effectiveness across all visual assets. Working closely with brand managers, copywriters, and performance specialists, you will oversee the creative roadmap, manage capacity, and maintain the design system and asset library. This role combines creative leadership with operational management, making it ideal for someone with a strong design sensibility and proven people management experience. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Management • Design studio management • Brand governance • Deadlines & delivery • Test & learn plan • Creative resource allocation • Conversion design performance • Team performance & objective setting Functional Responsibilities • You will own the design studio's operating rhythm - keeping folders, briefs and workflows organised so the team can move fast without ever losing quality. • You will build and evolve K3's brand asset and component library, creating a scalable design system that keeps every business unit looking and feeling consistently on-brand. • You will be the studio's first point of contact for new briefs, shaping requirements with stakeholders up front so work lands right the first time. • You will manage brief completion and asset approvals end-to-end, giving stakeholders total confidence that what they sign off is exactly what gets shipped. • You will allocate projects and tasks across the studio, balancing capacity and priority to keep every deadline on track. • You will set and govern channel-specific design best practice, making sure every asset is built to convert as well as it looks. • You will optimise digital placements and customer journeys across devices, crafting experiences that feel seamless wherever they show up. • You will keep the studio ahead of the curve - researching design trends, channel best practice and competitor creative to keep K3's output fresh and effective. • You will partner with brand managers, marketing heads and business leaders to craft and execute multi-channel campaign creative, developing the themes and identifiers that bring every campaign to life. • You will run creative A/B tests across email, organic/paid social and display, using the results to sharpen what the studio produces next. • You will work hand-in-hand with performance and channel teams, contributing directly to commercial targets through the creative you deliver. • You will champion design and digital modernisation, using AI to produce bespoke, premium pitch decks and bid materials at real pace. • You will roll up your sleeves and deliver design work yourself, balancing your own workload alongside leading the team's. • You will train and upskill the team in AI-assisted creative creation - prompt engineering, creative personalisation, dynamic creative generation, and the QA and fact-checking that keeps it all trustworthy. • You will harness in-house AI agents to generate ICP-segmented creative at speed, working within a controlled, IP-governed framework of prompts. • You will drive a systematic framework for ad creative, aligning funnel stage, placement, motivation and demographic targeting into one coherent approach. • You will lead, coach and manage your team, setting clear objectives and driving strong performance. Key performance measures • Delivery - assets delivered on time, average turnaround time, productivity (AI) • Quality - stakeholder satisfaction • Brand - compliance governance • Digital (email, social, etc.) - CTR improvements from creative tests • Landing page conversion uplift • Campaign performance - commercial targets met What we offer • Competitive salary, commensurate with experience and seniority • Performance-related bonus linked to individual and business outcomes • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements • Structured professional development budget and learning opportunities • Pension and healthcare options • Exposure to a broad and diverse portfolio of professional services businesses across K3 Advisory Group • A fast-paced, commercially driven environment with real scope for career progression Please note this is a hybrid role with 1-2 days per week based at our Manchester or London office
Senior Mobile QA Engineer (iOS & Android) 350 to 400 per day Outside IR35 Initial 6-Month Contract Hybrid (Stratford, London) Immediate Start Available Our trusted partner within the Ed-Tech sector, employing over 10,000 people across 100 countries and supporting more than 600 million users globally, is seeking an experienced Senior Mobile QA Engineer to join a high-profile product engineering team developing innovative mobile learning applications. This role is ideal for a QA professional with extensive experience testing native and cross-platform mobile applications across iOS and Android environments, coupled with a strong background in test automation and modern Agile delivery practices. Key Responsibilities Lead quality assurance activities across mobile applications, ensuring exceptional user experience on both iOS and Android platforms. Develop and execute comprehensive test strategies, test plans and test cases. Design, implement and maintain automated testing frameworks and tooling. Perform functional, regression, exploratory, performance, usability and compliance testing. Collaborate closely with Product Owners, Developers and Infrastructure teams throughout the SDLC. Identify, document and manage defects through to resolution. Support continuous improvement of QA processes, automation capabilities and CI/CD practices. Provide guidance on mobile testing best practices, device compatibility and platform-specific considerations. Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Senior QA Engineer within a mobile application environment. Extensive testing experience across iOS and Android platforms. Strong hands-on experience with mobile automation tools such as Appium, Cypress, Selenium or Playwright. Experience testing APIs and backend services supporting mobile applications. Strong understanding of Agile delivery methodologies. Experience building and maintaining automated test suites. Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and modern software delivery practices. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Highly Desirable Experience testing AI-powered applications, conversational interfaces or chatbots. Experience with Python and/or TypeScript. Experience testing voice-enabled applications. Experience within Ed-Tech, Education, SaaS or Product-led organisations. Exposure to AWS cloud environments. Experience with performance, security or compliance testing. The interview process consists of two remote stages with the opportunity to start immediately.
Aug 15, 2026
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Senior Mobile QA Engineer (iOS & Android) 350 to 400 per day Outside IR35 Initial 6-Month Contract Hybrid (Stratford, London) Immediate Start Available Our trusted partner within the Ed-Tech sector, employing over 10,000 people across 100 countries and supporting more than 600 million users globally, is seeking an experienced Senior Mobile QA Engineer to join a high-profile product engineering team developing innovative mobile learning applications. This role is ideal for a QA professional with extensive experience testing native and cross-platform mobile applications across iOS and Android environments, coupled with a strong background in test automation and modern Agile delivery practices. Key Responsibilities Lead quality assurance activities across mobile applications, ensuring exceptional user experience on both iOS and Android platforms. Develop and execute comprehensive test strategies, test plans and test cases. Design, implement and maintain automated testing frameworks and tooling. Perform functional, regression, exploratory, performance, usability and compliance testing. Collaborate closely with Product Owners, Developers and Infrastructure teams throughout the SDLC. Identify, document and manage defects through to resolution. Support continuous improvement of QA processes, automation capabilities and CI/CD practices. Provide guidance on mobile testing best practices, device compatibility and platform-specific considerations. Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Senior QA Engineer within a mobile application environment. Extensive testing experience across iOS and Android platforms. Strong hands-on experience with mobile automation tools such as Appium, Cypress, Selenium or Playwright. Experience testing APIs and backend services supporting mobile applications. Strong understanding of Agile delivery methodologies. Experience building and maintaining automated test suites. Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and modern software delivery practices. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Highly Desirable Experience testing AI-powered applications, conversational interfaces or chatbots. Experience with Python and/or TypeScript. Experience testing voice-enabled applications. Experience within Ed-Tech, Education, SaaS or Product-led organisations. Exposure to AWS cloud environments. Experience with performance, security or compliance testing. The interview process consists of two remote stages with the opportunity to start immediately.
ROLE TITLE: Defect Manager LOCATION: Remote UK CLEARANCE: Must have 5 years continuous UK residency. The ideal candidate will have active SC Clearance or be eligible to undergo SC Clearance. We are actively looking to secure a Quality/ Test Engineer to join Experis. Experis Consultancy is a Global entity with a well-established team with over 1000 consultants on assignment across 20 clients globally. Our UK operation is growing and has very aggressive plans for expansion over the coming years. We form part of the Manpower group of companies that turn over $20 billion a year collectively. Experis UK have partnerships with major clients across the UK spanning multiple industries; our approach is very personal, with both our clients and our own employees. We are passionate about training, technology and career development. Job Purpose/The Role: You will be responsible for developing and maintaining DataStage pipelines, using your expertise in data integration and manipulation to transform data from the source into the IBM MAS target model. This role supports a confidential MOD project and requires strong technical delivery, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. Role Summary We are seeking a detail-focused and highly organised Defect Manager / Quality Test Engineer to take ownership of the full defect lifecycle for bugs identified during CDS release activity and continuous non-functional testing. You will work closely with programme stakeholders, delivery teams, and senior leaders to drive defects to resolution, maintain visibility of progress, and support the delivery of a high-performing CDS platform.lancashiregroup+1 Key Responsibilities Own the end-to-end defect lifecycle from logging through to closure. Triage, track, progress, and escalate defects across multiple delivery teams and stakeholders. Maintain accurate defect records, status updates, and supporting evidence. Produce clear defect reports, metrics, and trend updates for stakeholders and senior management. Coordinate with development, testing, and delivery teams to ensure timely resolution. Support non-functional testing activities by tracking and managing defects raised during test cycles. Build and maintain strong working relationships across programme and technical teams. Escalate risks, blockers, and overdue defects promptly. Contribute to continuous improvement of defect management processes and reporting standards.lancashiregroup+1 Essential Skills and Experience Strong experience in defect management, QA, test, or quality engineering roles. Proven ability to manage the full defect lifecycle in a structured delivery environment. Excellent stakeholder management skills, including confidence engaging senior stakeholders. Strong reporting and documentation skills, with attention to detail. Ability to prioritise and progress multiple defects simultaneously. Good understanding of test environments, defect triage, and issue escalation. Collaborative approach, with the ability to work effectively across delivery and technical teams. Experience in release, test, or non-functional testing environments would be beneficial.ddat-capability-framework+2 Desirable Skills Experience supporting large-scale programme releases. Familiarity with defect tracking tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar. Understanding of quality assurance, test governance, and root cause analysis. Experience working in regulated or high-assurance environments. Benefits Include: Contributory pension scheme Employee Assistance Program Medical and Dental cover 22 days holiday + bank holidays Maternity Pay/Shared Parental leave and paternity leave Sick pay Suitable Candidates should submit CVs in the first instance. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Aug 15, 2026
Full time
ROLE TITLE: Defect Manager LOCATION: Remote UK CLEARANCE: Must have 5 years continuous UK residency. The ideal candidate will have active SC Clearance or be eligible to undergo SC Clearance. We are actively looking to secure a Quality/ Test Engineer to join Experis. Experis Consultancy is a Global entity with a well-established team with over 1000 consultants on assignment across 20 clients globally. Our UK operation is growing and has very aggressive plans for expansion over the coming years. We form part of the Manpower group of companies that turn over $20 billion a year collectively. Experis UK have partnerships with major clients across the UK spanning multiple industries; our approach is very personal, with both our clients and our own employees. We are passionate about training, technology and career development. Job Purpose/The Role: You will be responsible for developing and maintaining DataStage pipelines, using your expertise in data integration and manipulation to transform data from the source into the IBM MAS target model. This role supports a confidential MOD project and requires strong technical delivery, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. Role Summary We are seeking a detail-focused and highly organised Defect Manager / Quality Test Engineer to take ownership of the full defect lifecycle for bugs identified during CDS release activity and continuous non-functional testing. You will work closely with programme stakeholders, delivery teams, and senior leaders to drive defects to resolution, maintain visibility of progress, and support the delivery of a high-performing CDS platform.lancashiregroup+1 Key Responsibilities Own the end-to-end defect lifecycle from logging through to closure. Triage, track, progress, and escalate defects across multiple delivery teams and stakeholders. Maintain accurate defect records, status updates, and supporting evidence. Produce clear defect reports, metrics, and trend updates for stakeholders and senior management. Coordinate with development, testing, and delivery teams to ensure timely resolution. Support non-functional testing activities by tracking and managing defects raised during test cycles. Build and maintain strong working relationships across programme and technical teams. Escalate risks, blockers, and overdue defects promptly. Contribute to continuous improvement of defect management processes and reporting standards.lancashiregroup+1 Essential Skills and Experience Strong experience in defect management, QA, test, or quality engineering roles. Proven ability to manage the full defect lifecycle in a structured delivery environment. Excellent stakeholder management skills, including confidence engaging senior stakeholders. Strong reporting and documentation skills, with attention to detail. Ability to prioritise and progress multiple defects simultaneously. Good understanding of test environments, defect triage, and issue escalation. Collaborative approach, with the ability to work effectively across delivery and technical teams. Experience in release, test, or non-functional testing environments would be beneficial.ddat-capability-framework+2 Desirable Skills Experience supporting large-scale programme releases. Familiarity with defect tracking tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar. Understanding of quality assurance, test governance, and root cause analysis. Experience working in regulated or high-assurance environments. Benefits Include: Contributory pension scheme Employee Assistance Program Medical and Dental cover 22 days holiday + bank holidays Maternity Pay/Shared Parental leave and paternity leave Sick pay Suitable Candidates should submit CVs in the first instance. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Senior PHP Developer Location: Hertfordshire / Hybrid (2 days onsite) PHP - LAMP - JavaScript - HTML - CSS - Linux - MySQL About the Opportunity An established technology business is looking to add an experienced PHP Developer to its engineering team. This role offers the opportunity to work on large-scale web applications, contribute to platform enhancements, and play a key role in the ongoing development of business-critical systems. The successful candidate will work closely with developers, QA engineers, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions while helping shape technical direction and development best practices. Key Responsibilities Develop, maintain, and enhance PHP-based web applications. Deliver clean, secure, and scalable code following development best practices. Design and optimise databases and application performance. Build new features and improve existing functionality across the platform. Participate in code reviews, testing, and quality assurance activities. Work closely with stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver technical solutions. Troubleshoot, investigate, and resolve application and production issues. Produce technical documentation and contribute to architectural decisions. Support continuous improvement initiatives, including refactoring and process enhancements. Collaborate with developers, QA teams, and support functions to ensure successful project delivery. Skills & Experience Essential Strong commercial experience with PHP development without relying on Frameworks Experience working with relational databases such as MySQL or MariaDB. Solid understanding of HTML, JavaScript, and web application architecture. Experience working within Linux-based development environments. Strong understanding of secure coding principles and software engineering best practices. Ability to design scalable systems and optimise application performance. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Desirable Experience with caching and performance technologies. Knowledge of distributed storage solutions. Exposure to CI/CD processes and automated deployment practices. Understanding of SEO, localisation, and large-scale web platforms. Senior PHP Developer Location: Hertfordshire / Hybrid (2 days onsite) PHP - LAMP - JavaScript - HTML - CSS - Linux - MySQL
Aug 15, 2026
Full time
Senior PHP Developer Location: Hertfordshire / Hybrid (2 days onsite) PHP - LAMP - JavaScript - HTML - CSS - Linux - MySQL About the Opportunity An established technology business is looking to add an experienced PHP Developer to its engineering team. This role offers the opportunity to work on large-scale web applications, contribute to platform enhancements, and play a key role in the ongoing development of business-critical systems. The successful candidate will work closely with developers, QA engineers, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions while helping shape technical direction and development best practices. Key Responsibilities Develop, maintain, and enhance PHP-based web applications. Deliver clean, secure, and scalable code following development best practices. Design and optimise databases and application performance. Build new features and improve existing functionality across the platform. Participate in code reviews, testing, and quality assurance activities. Work closely with stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver technical solutions. Troubleshoot, investigate, and resolve application and production issues. Produce technical documentation and contribute to architectural decisions. Support continuous improvement initiatives, including refactoring and process enhancements. Collaborate with developers, QA teams, and support functions to ensure successful project delivery. Skills & Experience Essential Strong commercial experience with PHP development without relying on Frameworks Experience working with relational databases such as MySQL or MariaDB. Solid understanding of HTML, JavaScript, and web application architecture. Experience working within Linux-based development environments. Strong understanding of secure coding principles and software engineering best practices. Ability to design scalable systems and optimise application performance. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Desirable Experience with caching and performance technologies. Knowledge of distributed storage solutions. Exposure to CI/CD processes and automated deployment practices. Understanding of SEO, localisation, and large-scale web platforms. Senior PHP Developer Location: Hertfordshire / Hybrid (2 days onsite) PHP - LAMP - JavaScript - HTML - CSS - Linux - MySQL
Job Title: Back End Software Engineer Location: Remote (Quarterly Planning Sessions Required) Remuneration: 600 per day via Umbrella Company Contract Details: Fixed Term Contract, 6 Months (Scope for Extension) Overview Our client is seeking a senior Back End Software Engineer to take the reins in designing, building, and supporting scalable cloud and on-premise platforms. This exciting role focuses on enhancing system performance, reliability, security, and automation while collaborating with development, QA, DevOps, and operational teams. The successful candidate will be a technical subject matter expert, driving engineering best practises and operational excellence in an Agile environment. Responsibilities: Design and deploy scalable, high-performance backend systems and platforms. Monitor, maintain, and optimise large-scale distributed systems. Automate deployments, infrastructure provisioning, and configuration management processes. Lead incident resolution, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis activities. Ensure systems meet security, compliance, and resilience requirements. Collaborate with engineering, QA, DevOps, and support teams to enhance platform performance. Support capacity planning and initiatives for future scalability. Maintain technical documentation and operational procedures. Champion Agile methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban. Required Skills & Experience: Strong experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP. Solid understanding of containerisation and orchestration technologies. Proven experience in building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines. Strong scripting or programming skills, particularly in Python, Bash, or PowerShell. In-depth knowledge of large-scale distributed systems and cloud infrastructure. Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools such as Splunk, Grafana, or ELK. Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities. Understanding of security frameworks and compliance standards. Experience working in Agile development environments. Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is a senior backend engineer with a robust background in cloud and platform engineering, capable of building resilient, scalable systems while championing automation and operational improvements. Comfort in a distributed environment, collaboration across teams, and ownership of system performance, reliability, and security are vital. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact within an innovative organisation. If you have the skills and experience needed to excel in this role, don't miss out! Apply now to contribute to a dynamic team dedicated to excellence and agility in software engineering. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities , and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
Aug 15, 2026
Contractor
Job Title: Back End Software Engineer Location: Remote (Quarterly Planning Sessions Required) Remuneration: 600 per day via Umbrella Company Contract Details: Fixed Term Contract, 6 Months (Scope for Extension) Overview Our client is seeking a senior Back End Software Engineer to take the reins in designing, building, and supporting scalable cloud and on-premise platforms. This exciting role focuses on enhancing system performance, reliability, security, and automation while collaborating with development, QA, DevOps, and operational teams. The successful candidate will be a technical subject matter expert, driving engineering best practises and operational excellence in an Agile environment. Responsibilities: Design and deploy scalable, high-performance backend systems and platforms. Monitor, maintain, and optimise large-scale distributed systems. Automate deployments, infrastructure provisioning, and configuration management processes. Lead incident resolution, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis activities. Ensure systems meet security, compliance, and resilience requirements. Collaborate with engineering, QA, DevOps, and support teams to enhance platform performance. Support capacity planning and initiatives for future scalability. Maintain technical documentation and operational procedures. Champion Agile methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban. Required Skills & Experience: Strong experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP. Solid understanding of containerisation and orchestration technologies. Proven experience in building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines. Strong scripting or programming skills, particularly in Python, Bash, or PowerShell. In-depth knowledge of large-scale distributed systems and cloud infrastructure. Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools such as Splunk, Grafana, or ELK. Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities. Understanding of security frameworks and compliance standards. Experience working in Agile development environments. Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is a senior backend engineer with a robust background in cloud and platform engineering, capable of building resilient, scalable systems while championing automation and operational improvements. Comfort in a distributed environment, collaboration across teams, and ownership of system performance, reliability, and security are vital. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact within an innovative organisation. If you have the skills and experience needed to excel in this role, don't miss out! Apply now to contribute to a dynamic team dedicated to excellence and agility in software engineering. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities , and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Full Stack Engineer to play a key role in the design, development, deployment and support of modern digital products and services. This is a hands-on senior engineering position that combines deep technical expertise with architectural leadership, mentoring and ownership of software delivery standards. Working within a collaborative Agile environment, you will take responsibility for delivering scalable, secure and highly reliable solutions across both front-end and back-end technologies. You will drive engineering best practices, champion automation and quality, and help shape the technical direction of digital platforms and customer-facing applications. This role offers the opportunity to influence architecture, improve engineering capability across the team and work closely with Product, Architecture, Security and Operations stakeholders to deliver high-quality software solutions. Key Responsibilities Software Development & Solution Delivery Design, develop and maintain high-quality applications and services using React, TypeScript and .NET/C# . Take ownership of complex technical solutions from initial design through to deployment and operational support. Deliver scalable, secure and maintainable code following modern engineering practices. Lead technical investigations, proof-of-concepts and prototyping activities. Own complex technical challenges and drive solutions across multiple systems and teams. Ensure software is designed with performance, resilience and long-term maintainability in mind. Architecture & Technical Leadership Lead technical design discussions and contribute to strategic architectural decisions. Define service boundaries, API contracts, integration patterns and data flows. Promote modern software architecture principles, including modular design and domain-driven approaches. Work closely with Architecture teams to ensure alignment with technology standards and long-term roadmaps. Identify technical risks and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies. Influence the future direction of digital products and engineering practices. Engineering Quality & Testing Champion a quality-first engineering culture. Define and implement testing strategies across applications and services. Promote Test-Driven Development (TDD) and automation-first approaches. Drive improvements in automated testing, including: Unit Testing Integration Testing API Testing Contract Testing End-to-End/UI Testing Performance Testing Ensure quality gates are embedded within deployment pipelines. Continuously improve software reliability, maintainability and code quality standards. DevOps & Cloud Engineering Drive best practices across CI/CD pipelines and automated deployments. Implement and improve release strategies including feature flags and progressive delivery techniques. Ensure applications are built and deployed using secure and repeatable processes. Support cloud-native development principles and modern DevOps practices. Work within Azure-based environments and contribute to ongoing platform improvements. Promote automation across build, test and deployment activities. Operational Support & Reliability Take ownership of the operational health of applications and services. Implement and improve observability through logging, monitoring, metrics and tracing. Lead incident investigation and resolution activities. Conduct post-incident reviews and ensure lessons learned are embedded into future development. Identify and resolve technical debt, defects and performance bottlenecks. Participate in an agreed out-of-hours support rota where required. Mentoring & Team Development Provide technical leadership and support to engineers across the development team. Mentor and coach developers to improve technical capability and delivery practices. Lead code reviews and technical design reviews. Promote engineering best practices and continuous improvement. Share knowledge through technical workshops, communities of practice and team collaboration activities. Act as a senior technical point of contact within the wider engineering function. Stakeholder Engagement Collaborate with Product Managers, Architects, QA Engineers, UX Designers, Security Specialists and Operations teams. Build strong relationships with stakeholders across technology and business functions. Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. Contribute to governance, risk, compliance and security discussions where required. Support the delivery of strategic technology initiatives and digital transformation programmes. To find out more about Computer Futures please visit (url removed) Computer Futures, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
Aug 14, 2026
Full time
We are seeking an experienced Senior Full Stack Engineer to play a key role in the design, development, deployment and support of modern digital products and services. This is a hands-on senior engineering position that combines deep technical expertise with architectural leadership, mentoring and ownership of software delivery standards. Working within a collaborative Agile environment, you will take responsibility for delivering scalable, secure and highly reliable solutions across both front-end and back-end technologies. You will drive engineering best practices, champion automation and quality, and help shape the technical direction of digital platforms and customer-facing applications. This role offers the opportunity to influence architecture, improve engineering capability across the team and work closely with Product, Architecture, Security and Operations stakeholders to deliver high-quality software solutions. Key Responsibilities Software Development & Solution Delivery Design, develop and maintain high-quality applications and services using React, TypeScript and .NET/C# . Take ownership of complex technical solutions from initial design through to deployment and operational support. Deliver scalable, secure and maintainable code following modern engineering practices. Lead technical investigations, proof-of-concepts and prototyping activities. Own complex technical challenges and drive solutions across multiple systems and teams. Ensure software is designed with performance, resilience and long-term maintainability in mind. Architecture & Technical Leadership Lead technical design discussions and contribute to strategic architectural decisions. Define service boundaries, API contracts, integration patterns and data flows. Promote modern software architecture principles, including modular design and domain-driven approaches. Work closely with Architecture teams to ensure alignment with technology standards and long-term roadmaps. Identify technical risks and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies. Influence the future direction of digital products and engineering practices. Engineering Quality & Testing Champion a quality-first engineering culture. Define and implement testing strategies across applications and services. Promote Test-Driven Development (TDD) and automation-first approaches. Drive improvements in automated testing, including: Unit Testing Integration Testing API Testing Contract Testing End-to-End/UI Testing Performance Testing Ensure quality gates are embedded within deployment pipelines. Continuously improve software reliability, maintainability and code quality standards. DevOps & Cloud Engineering Drive best practices across CI/CD pipelines and automated deployments. Implement and improve release strategies including feature flags and progressive delivery techniques. Ensure applications are built and deployed using secure and repeatable processes. Support cloud-native development principles and modern DevOps practices. Work within Azure-based environments and contribute to ongoing platform improvements. Promote automation across build, test and deployment activities. Operational Support & Reliability Take ownership of the operational health of applications and services. Implement and improve observability through logging, monitoring, metrics and tracing. Lead incident investigation and resolution activities. Conduct post-incident reviews and ensure lessons learned are embedded into future development. Identify and resolve technical debt, defects and performance bottlenecks. Participate in an agreed out-of-hours support rota where required. Mentoring & Team Development Provide technical leadership and support to engineers across the development team. Mentor and coach developers to improve technical capability and delivery practices. Lead code reviews and technical design reviews. Promote engineering best practices and continuous improvement. Share knowledge through technical workshops, communities of practice and team collaboration activities. Act as a senior technical point of contact within the wider engineering function. Stakeholder Engagement Collaborate with Product Managers, Architects, QA Engineers, UX Designers, Security Specialists and Operations teams. Build strong relationships with stakeholders across technology and business functions. Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. Contribute to governance, risk, compliance and security discussions where required. Support the delivery of strategic technology initiatives and digital transformation programmes. To find out more about Computer Futures please visit (url removed) Computer Futures, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
Product Manager - Near Edinburgh - Circa 80K plus Bonus Hybrid - 2/3 days in office per week plus international travel a few times per year Lorien's longstanding client based near Edinburgh, a leader in their industry with an award-winning product line making a huge difference around the globe, is looking for a Product Manager well versed in regulated settings and technical product delivery to join their team. The role focuses on the company's core, globally distributed product portfolio and this role will have an impact on a wide scale involving occasional travel (a few times per year) to contacts in the US, Asia and mainland Europe. This is a senior role responsible for owning the commercial outcome of regulated, complex products end-to-end: turning clinical and market insight into a roadmap, keeping delivery on track across several departments, and making sure nothing ships without the right regulatory signoffs. Role overview: Roadmap and requirements: Shape the product roadmap in partnership with senior leadership, balancing company priorities against regional demand and commercial targets Turn clinical, customer and market signals into requirements documents that the business can actually build against, including the harder calls on what gets cut Keep plans current as scope, risk or new information shifts, rather than treating the roadmap as fixed once written Delivery and governance: Pull together the right people from engineering, quality, operations, service and commercial functions for each release, and keep them aligned day to day Own the backlog and release-readiness process, applying the organisation's formal product commercialisation framework rather than working around it Spot risk early, whether it's technical-/regulatory-/security-/supply-related, and either fix it or get it in front of the right person fast Commercial and regulatory input: Build and track budgets for your products, including cost-to-completion visibility, and prioritise spend accordingly Bring enough commercial fluency (margins, revenue mechanics, pricing levers) to hold your own in business-case discussions with Finance and Commercial Feed accurate input into regulatory and legal paperwork, such as change-impact assessments and labelling, working closely with RA/QA rather than owning that expertise yourself Stakeholders and continuous improvement: Be the clear voice on what's happening, why, and when, for both internal teams and external stakeholders Translate customer conversations into product positioning and a case for why your solution wins against alternatives Use field feedback and real-world usage data to keep pushing usability and satisfaction forward, even after launch Run meetings that end with clear owners, decisions and next steps rather than open threads What we're looking for: A degree in a technical or business subject, or equivalent track record (and a product or project management qualification would be preferable but not necessary) A track record of hands-on technical product management and delivery, including oversight across the entire product lifecycle including concept stages and vision, performance, workflow, end user consideration, and more Good relationship management skills with stakeholders and ideally other contacts such as distributors, etc. Comfortable prioritising when the pressure is on, and confident presenting to both internal leadership and external partners/customers Able to ask sharp, technically credible questions rather than taking specs at face value and comfort speaking with technical teams with credibility gained through previous work A natural, relatable collaborator who can get buy-in from people who don't report to you, from senior management down Strong written and spoken communication, and the resilience to keep plans on track when priorities shift What's on offer: Generous annual bonus and salary reviews, hybrid working and flexible start/finish times, comprehensive benefits package, and more Opportunity to work on genuinely innovative technology and products with global reach, involving some travel to the tune of a few times per year to sites in the US, Asia and mainland Europe Collaborative environment with highly skilled Engineers and other technical specialists Professional and technical development opportunities within a growing and successful organisation If you're passionate about applying your product management skills to solve new challenges and want to join an organisation at the forefront of innovation, we'd love to hear from you. In return, our client offers their employees ample opportunities to flourish professionally, give back to the community in a very direct and rewarding way, and enjoy a range of different benefits with people at the centre, such as flexible and hybrid working arrangements, a generous bonus, annual salary reviews, and more. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Aug 14, 2026
Full time
Product Manager - Near Edinburgh - Circa 80K plus Bonus Hybrid - 2/3 days in office per week plus international travel a few times per year Lorien's longstanding client based near Edinburgh, a leader in their industry with an award-winning product line making a huge difference around the globe, is looking for a Product Manager well versed in regulated settings and technical product delivery to join their team. The role focuses on the company's core, globally distributed product portfolio and this role will have an impact on a wide scale involving occasional travel (a few times per year) to contacts in the US, Asia and mainland Europe. This is a senior role responsible for owning the commercial outcome of regulated, complex products end-to-end: turning clinical and market insight into a roadmap, keeping delivery on track across several departments, and making sure nothing ships without the right regulatory signoffs. Role overview: Roadmap and requirements: Shape the product roadmap in partnership with senior leadership, balancing company priorities against regional demand and commercial targets Turn clinical, customer and market signals into requirements documents that the business can actually build against, including the harder calls on what gets cut Keep plans current as scope, risk or new information shifts, rather than treating the roadmap as fixed once written Delivery and governance: Pull together the right people from engineering, quality, operations, service and commercial functions for each release, and keep them aligned day to day Own the backlog and release-readiness process, applying the organisation's formal product commercialisation framework rather than working around it Spot risk early, whether it's technical-/regulatory-/security-/supply-related, and either fix it or get it in front of the right person fast Commercial and regulatory input: Build and track budgets for your products, including cost-to-completion visibility, and prioritise spend accordingly Bring enough commercial fluency (margins, revenue mechanics, pricing levers) to hold your own in business-case discussions with Finance and Commercial Feed accurate input into regulatory and legal paperwork, such as change-impact assessments and labelling, working closely with RA/QA rather than owning that expertise yourself Stakeholders and continuous improvement: Be the clear voice on what's happening, why, and when, for both internal teams and external stakeholders Translate customer conversations into product positioning and a case for why your solution wins against alternatives Use field feedback and real-world usage data to keep pushing usability and satisfaction forward, even after launch Run meetings that end with clear owners, decisions and next steps rather than open threads What we're looking for: A degree in a technical or business subject, or equivalent track record (and a product or project management qualification would be preferable but not necessary) A track record of hands-on technical product management and delivery, including oversight across the entire product lifecycle including concept stages and vision, performance, workflow, end user consideration, and more Good relationship management skills with stakeholders and ideally other contacts such as distributors, etc. Comfortable prioritising when the pressure is on, and confident presenting to both internal leadership and external partners/customers Able to ask sharp, technically credible questions rather than taking specs at face value and comfort speaking with technical teams with credibility gained through previous work A natural, relatable collaborator who can get buy-in from people who don't report to you, from senior management down Strong written and spoken communication, and the resilience to keep plans on track when priorities shift What's on offer: Generous annual bonus and salary reviews, hybrid working and flexible start/finish times, comprehensive benefits package, and more Opportunity to work on genuinely innovative technology and products with global reach, involving some travel to the tune of a few times per year to sites in the US, Asia and mainland Europe Collaborative environment with highly skilled Engineers and other technical specialists Professional and technical development opportunities within a growing and successful organisation If you're passionate about applying your product management skills to solve new challenges and want to join an organisation at the forefront of innovation, we'd love to hear from you. In return, our client offers their employees ample opportunities to flourish professionally, give back to the community in a very direct and rewarding way, and enjoy a range of different benefits with people at the centre, such as flexible and hybrid working arrangements, a generous bonus, annual salary reviews, and more. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Senior Test Engineer Location: Bristol, Swansea, Leeds, Nottingham, Newcastle, Oldham (Chadderton), Birmingham(Garretts Green) or Uxbridge. Salary : £44,241 per annum (Plus an additional Government Digital and Data Profession allowance (non-pensionable) up to £14,756.) Vacancy Type: Permanent,Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time Closing Date: 1st of September 2026 The central responsibility of this role is for delivering excellent, scalable automated and manual testing capability and providing overall direction and management of software testing, while ensuring that technology standards are defined and followed to meet users needs efficiently and reliably. You will perform gap analysis on current testing processes, competencies and capacity and implement plans to remove identified gaps, while keeping abreast of new technology patterns and trends to lead the evolution of test standards, tools, and processes. The focus will be on building in quality from the start and testing throughout development phases. Joining our department comes with many benefits, including: Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave), plus 8 bank holidays a privilege day for the King s birthday Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance. Job description Your responsibilities will include, but aren t limited to: Managing all test processes, including test plans, resources, costs, timescales, test deliverables and traceability. Coordinating, managing, and communicating the planning of the system and/or acceptance tests within a development or integration project / programme. Providing authoritative advice and guidance on any aspect of test planning and execution. Building tests to a standard that allows multiple use. Serving as coach and mentor to individuals in the service assurance team to ensure that the team is appropriately trained and up to speed regarding methodologies, policies, and tools. Providing input to the environment requirements, setup, manage, maintain, and ensure test data & environments are available to satisfy project and/or work package test requirements. Great line management is important to us as an organisation, and we will equip and support line managers to develop the skills they need. We aim to empower line managers to create teams where people can flourish and deliver excellent outcomes for the public. For further information on the role, please read the role profile. Please note that the role profile is for information purposes only - whilst all elements are relevant to the role, they may not all be assessed during the recruitment process. This job advert will detail exactly what will be assessed during the recruitment process. Person specification To be successful in this role you will need to have the following experience: Experience in testing within a large-scale ICT estate, including integrating new and legacy products. Experience building test frameworks and detailed knowledge of at least one programming language (we use a range of languages including Java, JavaScript, Groovy and Scala) and awareness of front-end web development (CSS/HTML). Ability to quickly research and learn new programming tools and techniques, learn by proof of concepts and iteration. Ability to mentor and coach other QA & testing colleagues. Additional Information Working hours, office attendance and travel requirements Full time roles consist of 37 hours per week. Whilst we welcome applications from those looking to work with us on a part time basis, there is a business requirement for the successful candidate to be able to work at least 30 hours per week. Occasional travel to other offices will be required, which may involve overnight stays. This role is suitable for hybrid working, which is a non-contractual arrangement where a combination of workplace and home-based working can be accommodated subject to business requirements. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for DVSA, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Aug 14, 2026
Full time
Senior Test Engineer Location: Bristol, Swansea, Leeds, Nottingham, Newcastle, Oldham (Chadderton), Birmingham(Garretts Green) or Uxbridge. Salary : £44,241 per annum (Plus an additional Government Digital and Data Profession allowance (non-pensionable) up to £14,756.) Vacancy Type: Permanent,Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time Closing Date: 1st of September 2026 The central responsibility of this role is for delivering excellent, scalable automated and manual testing capability and providing overall direction and management of software testing, while ensuring that technology standards are defined and followed to meet users needs efficiently and reliably. You will perform gap analysis on current testing processes, competencies and capacity and implement plans to remove identified gaps, while keeping abreast of new technology patterns and trends to lead the evolution of test standards, tools, and processes. The focus will be on building in quality from the start and testing throughout development phases. Joining our department comes with many benefits, including: Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave), plus 8 bank holidays a privilege day for the King s birthday Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance. Job description Your responsibilities will include, but aren t limited to: Managing all test processes, including test plans, resources, costs, timescales, test deliverables and traceability. Coordinating, managing, and communicating the planning of the system and/or acceptance tests within a development or integration project / programme. Providing authoritative advice and guidance on any aspect of test planning and execution. Building tests to a standard that allows multiple use. Serving as coach and mentor to individuals in the service assurance team to ensure that the team is appropriately trained and up to speed regarding methodologies, policies, and tools. Providing input to the environment requirements, setup, manage, maintain, and ensure test data & environments are available to satisfy project and/or work package test requirements. Great line management is important to us as an organisation, and we will equip and support line managers to develop the skills they need. We aim to empower line managers to create teams where people can flourish and deliver excellent outcomes for the public. For further information on the role, please read the role profile. Please note that the role profile is for information purposes only - whilst all elements are relevant to the role, they may not all be assessed during the recruitment process. This job advert will detail exactly what will be assessed during the recruitment process. Person specification To be successful in this role you will need to have the following experience: Experience in testing within a large-scale ICT estate, including integrating new and legacy products. Experience building test frameworks and detailed knowledge of at least one programming language (we use a range of languages including Java, JavaScript, Groovy and Scala) and awareness of front-end web development (CSS/HTML). Ability to quickly research and learn new programming tools and techniques, learn by proof of concepts and iteration. Ability to mentor and coach other QA & testing colleagues. Additional Information Working hours, office attendance and travel requirements Full time roles consist of 37 hours per week. Whilst we welcome applications from those looking to work with us on a part time basis, there is a business requirement for the successful candidate to be able to work at least 30 hours per week. Occasional travel to other offices will be required, which may involve overnight stays. This role is suitable for hybrid working, which is a non-contractual arrangement where a combination of workplace and home-based working can be accommodated subject to business requirements. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for DVSA, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Senior Test Engineer Location: Bristol, Swansea, Leeds, Nottingham, Newcastle, Oldham (Chadderton), Birmingham(Garretts Green) or Uxbridge. Salary : £44,241 per annum (Plus an additional Government Digital and Data Profession allowance (non-pensionable) up to £14,756.) Vacancy Type: Permanent,Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time Closing Date: 1st of September 2026 The central responsibility of this role is for delivering excellent, scalable automated and manual testing capability and providing overall direction and management of software testing, while ensuring that technology standards are defined and followed to meet users needs efficiently and reliably. You will perform gap analysis on current testing processes, competencies and capacity and implement plans to remove identified gaps, while keeping abreast of new technology patterns and trends to lead the evolution of test standards, tools, and processes. The focus will be on building in quality from the start and testing throughout development phases. Joining our department comes with many benefits, including: Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave), plus 8 bank holidays a privilege day for the King s birthday Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance. Job description Your responsibilities will include, but aren t limited to: Managing all test processes, including test plans, resources, costs, timescales, test deliverables and traceability. Coordinating, managing, and communicating the planning of the system and/or acceptance tests within a development or integration project / programme. Providing authoritative advice and guidance on any aspect of test planning and execution. Building tests to a standard that allows multiple use. Serving as coach and mentor to individuals in the service assurance team to ensure that the team is appropriately trained and up to speed regarding methodologies, policies, and tools. Providing input to the environment requirements, setup, manage, maintain, and ensure test data & environments are available to satisfy project and/or work package test requirements. Great line management is important to us as an organisation, and we will equip and support line managers to develop the skills they need. We aim to empower line managers to create teams where people can flourish and deliver excellent outcomes for the public. For further information on the role, please read the role profile. Please note that the role profile is for information purposes only - whilst all elements are relevant to the role, they may not all be assessed during the recruitment process. This job advert will detail exactly what will be assessed during the recruitment process. Person specification To be successful in this role you will need to have the following experience: Experience in testing within a large-scale ICT estate, including integrating new and legacy products. Experience building test frameworks and detailed knowledge of at least one programming language (we use a range of languages including Java, JavaScript, Groovy and Scala) and awareness of front-end web development (CSS/HTML). Ability to quickly research and learn new programming tools and techniques, learn by proof of concepts and iteration. Ability to mentor and coach other QA & testing colleagues. Additional Information Working hours, office attendance and travel requirements Full time roles consist of 37 hours per week. Whilst we welcome applications from those looking to work with us on a part time basis, there is a business requirement for the successful candidate to be able to work at least 30 hours per week. Occasional travel to other offices will be required, which may involve overnight stays. This role is suitable for hybrid working, which is a non-contractual arrangement where a combination of workplace and home-based working can be accommodated subject to business requirements. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for DVSA, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Aug 14, 2026
Full time
Senior Test Engineer Location: Bristol, Swansea, Leeds, Nottingham, Newcastle, Oldham (Chadderton), Birmingham(Garretts Green) or Uxbridge. Salary : £44,241 per annum (Plus an additional Government Digital and Data Profession allowance (non-pensionable) up to £14,756.) Vacancy Type: Permanent,Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time Closing Date: 1st of September 2026 The central responsibility of this role is for delivering excellent, scalable automated and manual testing capability and providing overall direction and management of software testing, while ensuring that technology standards are defined and followed to meet users needs efficiently and reliably. You will perform gap analysis on current testing processes, competencies and capacity and implement plans to remove identified gaps, while keeping abreast of new technology patterns and trends to lead the evolution of test standards, tools, and processes. The focus will be on building in quality from the start and testing throughout development phases. Joining our department comes with many benefits, including: Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave), plus 8 bank holidays a privilege day for the King s birthday Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance. Job description Your responsibilities will include, but aren t limited to: Managing all test processes, including test plans, resources, costs, timescales, test deliverables and traceability. Coordinating, managing, and communicating the planning of the system and/or acceptance tests within a development or integration project / programme. Providing authoritative advice and guidance on any aspect of test planning and execution. Building tests to a standard that allows multiple use. Serving as coach and mentor to individuals in the service assurance team to ensure that the team is appropriately trained and up to speed regarding methodologies, policies, and tools. Providing input to the environment requirements, setup, manage, maintain, and ensure test data & environments are available to satisfy project and/or work package test requirements. Great line management is important to us as an organisation, and we will equip and support line managers to develop the skills they need. We aim to empower line managers to create teams where people can flourish and deliver excellent outcomes for the public. For further information on the role, please read the role profile. Please note that the role profile is for information purposes only - whilst all elements are relevant to the role, they may not all be assessed during the recruitment process. This job advert will detail exactly what will be assessed during the recruitment process. Person specification To be successful in this role you will need to have the following experience: Experience in testing within a large-scale ICT estate, including integrating new and legacy products. Experience building test frameworks and detailed knowledge of at least one programming language (we use a range of languages including Java, JavaScript, Groovy and Scala) and awareness of front-end web development (CSS/HTML). Ability to quickly research and learn new programming tools and techniques, learn by proof of concepts and iteration. Ability to mentor and coach other QA & testing colleagues. Additional Information Working hours, office attendance and travel requirements Full time roles consist of 37 hours per week. Whilst we welcome applications from those looking to work with us on a part time basis, there is a business requirement for the successful candidate to be able to work at least 30 hours per week. Occasional travel to other offices will be required, which may involve overnight stays. This role is suitable for hybrid working, which is a non-contractual arrangement where a combination of workplace and home-based working can be accommodated subject to business requirements. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for DVSA, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Senior Test Engineer Location: Bristol, Swansea, Leeds, Nottingham, Newcastle, Oldham (Chadderton), Birmingham(Garretts Green) or Uxbridge. Salary : £44,241 per annum (Plus an additional Government Digital and Data Profession allowance (non-pensionable) up to £14,756.) Vacancy Type: Permanent,Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time Closing Date: 1st of September 2026 The central responsibility of this role is for delivering excellent, scalable automated and manual testing capability and providing overall direction and management of software testing, while ensuring that technology standards are defined and followed to meet users needs efficiently and reliably. You will perform gap analysis on current testing processes, competencies and capacity and implement plans to remove identified gaps, while keeping abreast of new technology patterns and trends to lead the evolution of test standards, tools, and processes. The focus will be on building in quality from the start and testing throughout development phases. Joining our department comes with many benefits, including: Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave), plus 8 bank holidays a privilege day for the King s birthday Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance. Job description Your responsibilities will include, but aren t limited to: Managing all test processes, including test plans, resources, costs, timescales, test deliverables and traceability. Coordinating, managing, and communicating the planning of the system and/or acceptance tests within a development or integration project / programme. Providing authoritative advice and guidance on any aspect of test planning and execution. Building tests to a standard that allows multiple use. Serving as coach and mentor to individuals in the service assurance team to ensure that the team is appropriately trained and up to speed regarding methodologies, policies, and tools. Providing input to the environment requirements, setup, manage, maintain, and ensure test data & environments are available to satisfy project and/or work package test requirements. Great line management is important to us as an organisation, and we will equip and support line managers to develop the skills they need. We aim to empower line managers to create teams where people can flourish and deliver excellent outcomes for the public. For further information on the role, please read the role profile. Please note that the role profile is for information purposes only - whilst all elements are relevant to the role, they may not all be assessed during the recruitment process. This job advert will detail exactly what will be assessed during the recruitment process. Person specification To be successful in this role you will need to have the following experience: Experience in testing within a large-scale ICT estate, including integrating new and legacy products. Experience building test frameworks and detailed knowledge of at least one programming language (we use a range of languages including Java, JavaScript, Groovy and Scala) and awareness of front-end web development (CSS/HTML). Ability to quickly research and learn new programming tools and techniques, learn by proof of concepts and iteration. Ability to mentor and coach other QA & testing colleagues. Additional Information Working hours, office attendance and travel requirements Full time roles consist of 37 hours per week. Whilst we welcome applications from those looking to work with us on a part time basis, there is a business requirement for the successful candidate to be able to work at least 30 hours per week. Occasional travel to other offices will be required, which may involve overnight stays. This role is suitable for hybrid working, which is a non-contractual arrangement where a combination of workplace and home-based working can be accommodated subject to business requirements. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for DVSA, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Aug 14, 2026
Full time
Senior Test Engineer Location: Bristol, Swansea, Leeds, Nottingham, Newcastle, Oldham (Chadderton), Birmingham(Garretts Green) or Uxbridge. Salary : £44,241 per annum (Plus an additional Government Digital and Data Profession allowance (non-pensionable) up to £14,756.) Vacancy Type: Permanent,Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time Closing Date: 1st of September 2026 The central responsibility of this role is for delivering excellent, scalable automated and manual testing capability and providing overall direction and management of software testing, while ensuring that technology standards are defined and followed to meet users needs efficiently and reliably. You will perform gap analysis on current testing processes, competencies and capacity and implement plans to remove identified gaps, while keeping abreast of new technology patterns and trends to lead the evolution of test standards, tools, and processes. The focus will be on building in quality from the start and testing throughout development phases. Joining our department comes with many benefits, including: Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave), plus 8 bank holidays a privilege day for the King s birthday Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance. Job description Your responsibilities will include, but aren t limited to: Managing all test processes, including test plans, resources, costs, timescales, test deliverables and traceability. Coordinating, managing, and communicating the planning of the system and/or acceptance tests within a development or integration project / programme. Providing authoritative advice and guidance on any aspect of test planning and execution. Building tests to a standard that allows multiple use. Serving as coach and mentor to individuals in the service assurance team to ensure that the team is appropriately trained and up to speed regarding methodologies, policies, and tools. Providing input to the environment requirements, setup, manage, maintain, and ensure test data & environments are available to satisfy project and/or work package test requirements. Great line management is important to us as an organisation, and we will equip and support line managers to develop the skills they need. We aim to empower line managers to create teams where people can flourish and deliver excellent outcomes for the public. For further information on the role, please read the role profile. Please note that the role profile is for information purposes only - whilst all elements are relevant to the role, they may not all be assessed during the recruitment process. This job advert will detail exactly what will be assessed during the recruitment process. Person specification To be successful in this role you will need to have the following experience: Experience in testing within a large-scale ICT estate, including integrating new and legacy products. Experience building test frameworks and detailed knowledge of at least one programming language (we use a range of languages including Java, JavaScript, Groovy and Scala) and awareness of front-end web development (CSS/HTML). Ability to quickly research and learn new programming tools and techniques, learn by proof of concepts and iteration. Ability to mentor and coach other QA & testing colleagues. Additional Information Working hours, office attendance and travel requirements Full time roles consist of 37 hours per week. Whilst we welcome applications from those looking to work with us on a part time basis, there is a business requirement for the successful candidate to be able to work at least 30 hours per week. Occasional travel to other offices will be required, which may involve overnight stays. This role is suitable for hybrid working, which is a non-contractual arrangement where a combination of workplace and home-based working can be accommodated subject to business requirements. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for DVSA, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
Overview We are seeking a hands-on Quality Assurance Manager to lead the quality strategy across a portfolio of embedded software, firmware, and hardware products . This is a senior role for an experienced QA leader who can combine technical depth with people leadership , taking ownership of the full testing lifecycle across complex engineering products. You will be responsible for defining and driving the overall quality approach, from test frameworks and automation architecture through to Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) validation , reporting, release readiness, and continuous improvement. Working closely with R&D, product, and cross-functional engineering teams, you will help build a scalable and contribution-friendly test ecosystem that supports quality across the wider organisation. This role would suit someone with a strong background in embedded systems testing , automation , CI/CD , and system-level validation , who is comfortable leading a team while remaining close to the technical detail. Key Responsibilities Test Strategy & Framework Development Define and own the QA and test strategy across the full product lifecycle for software, firmware, and hardware-based products. Establish test frameworks, standards, and best practices to ensure consistent, scalable, and high-quality validation processes. Design modular and reusable test architecture, ensuring test assets are version-controlled, maintainable, and accessible to contributors outside the QA team. Create a contribution model including templates, governance, code review standards, and documentation to enable broader engineering participation in quality. Drive coverage across the test pyramid, including unit, integration, system, acceptance, and end-to-end testing. Automation & CI/CD Build and improve automated testing capability across embedded and system-level products. Integrate automated test execution into CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions. Implement quality gates, reporting, flaky test management, and automated feedback loops to support release confidence and development speed. Promote shift-left testing practices to improve defect prevention and increase early-stage quality ownership across engineering teams. Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) & Embedded Validation Plan, develop, and operate HIL test environments where the company's own hardware and embedded software are the components under test. Coordinate signal injection, fault injection, and real-time stimulus to validate behaviour under both nominal and edge-case operating conditions. Define HIL infrastructure requirements and work closely with hardware engineers on bench design, setup, calibration, and ongoing maintenance. Oversee system-level validation activities to ensure robust end-to-end product performance across hardware, firmware, and application layers. Reporting, Metrics & Release Readiness Produce clear and audience-appropriate test reporting covering execution progress, pass/fail rates, defect trends, coverage, and regression performance. Define and track quality KPIs such as test coverage, automation ratio, defect leakage, escape rate, MTTD/MTTR, and release readiness. Maintain requirements-to-test traceability to support verification, audit readiness, and confidence in delivered functionality. Provide release sign-off recommendations based on evidence, quality data, and clear risk assessment. Leadership & Team Development Lead, mentor, and develop a team of QA engineers across local and global teams. Set team objectives, conduct 1:1s, performance reviews, and support professional development and capability growth. Foster a quality-first engineering culture by supporting teams on testability, defect prevention, and continuous improvement. Run core QA ceremonies including sprint planning, defect triage, retrospectives, and alignment with wider delivery and release activities. Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with R&D, Product, and Customer Support teams to translate customer requirements, field issues, and product needs into robust test plans. Represent QA in architecture and design reviews to ensure quality and testability are considered from the earliest stages of development. Champion defect lifecycle management, including triage, prioritisation, root cause analysis, and post-mortem reviews. Collaborate with stakeholders across the organisation to improve quality visibility, governance, and release confidence. Required Skills & Experience Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or a related technical discipline. Proven experience in QA, test engineering, or validation within embedded software and/or hardware product environments . Previous leadership experience managing and developing QA or test engineering teams. Strong hands-on experience with test automation , test framework design , and scalable validation strategies. Good understanding of the full test lifecycle, including unit testing, integration testing, system testing, BDD/acceptance testing, and end-to-end validation . Experience with Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) or equivalent embedded validation environments. Strong programming/scripting skills in at least one of Python, C, C++, or Java . Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines , version control systems such as Git, and automated quality reporting. Experience using defect tracking and test management tools such as Jira, Xray, Zephyr, or Polarion . Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with both technical teams and senior stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to improve QA maturity, drive process improvements, and build a collaborative quality culture. To find out more about Computer Futures please visit (url removed) Computer Futures, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
Aug 14, 2026
Full time
Overview We are seeking a hands-on Quality Assurance Manager to lead the quality strategy across a portfolio of embedded software, firmware, and hardware products . This is a senior role for an experienced QA leader who can combine technical depth with people leadership , taking ownership of the full testing lifecycle across complex engineering products. You will be responsible for defining and driving the overall quality approach, from test frameworks and automation architecture through to Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) validation , reporting, release readiness, and continuous improvement. Working closely with R&D, product, and cross-functional engineering teams, you will help build a scalable and contribution-friendly test ecosystem that supports quality across the wider organisation. This role would suit someone with a strong background in embedded systems testing , automation , CI/CD , and system-level validation , who is comfortable leading a team while remaining close to the technical detail. Key Responsibilities Test Strategy & Framework Development Define and own the QA and test strategy across the full product lifecycle for software, firmware, and hardware-based products. Establish test frameworks, standards, and best practices to ensure consistent, scalable, and high-quality validation processes. Design modular and reusable test architecture, ensuring test assets are version-controlled, maintainable, and accessible to contributors outside the QA team. Create a contribution model including templates, governance, code review standards, and documentation to enable broader engineering participation in quality. Drive coverage across the test pyramid, including unit, integration, system, acceptance, and end-to-end testing. Automation & CI/CD Build and improve automated testing capability across embedded and system-level products. Integrate automated test execution into CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions. Implement quality gates, reporting, flaky test management, and automated feedback loops to support release confidence and development speed. Promote shift-left testing practices to improve defect prevention and increase early-stage quality ownership across engineering teams. Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) & Embedded Validation Plan, develop, and operate HIL test environments where the company's own hardware and embedded software are the components under test. Coordinate signal injection, fault injection, and real-time stimulus to validate behaviour under both nominal and edge-case operating conditions. Define HIL infrastructure requirements and work closely with hardware engineers on bench design, setup, calibration, and ongoing maintenance. Oversee system-level validation activities to ensure robust end-to-end product performance across hardware, firmware, and application layers. Reporting, Metrics & Release Readiness Produce clear and audience-appropriate test reporting covering execution progress, pass/fail rates, defect trends, coverage, and regression performance. Define and track quality KPIs such as test coverage, automation ratio, defect leakage, escape rate, MTTD/MTTR, and release readiness. Maintain requirements-to-test traceability to support verification, audit readiness, and confidence in delivered functionality. Provide release sign-off recommendations based on evidence, quality data, and clear risk assessment. Leadership & Team Development Lead, mentor, and develop a team of QA engineers across local and global teams. Set team objectives, conduct 1:1s, performance reviews, and support professional development and capability growth. Foster a quality-first engineering culture by supporting teams on testability, defect prevention, and continuous improvement. Run core QA ceremonies including sprint planning, defect triage, retrospectives, and alignment with wider delivery and release activities. Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with R&D, Product, and Customer Support teams to translate customer requirements, field issues, and product needs into robust test plans. Represent QA in architecture and design reviews to ensure quality and testability are considered from the earliest stages of development. Champion defect lifecycle management, including triage, prioritisation, root cause analysis, and post-mortem reviews. Collaborate with stakeholders across the organisation to improve quality visibility, governance, and release confidence. Required Skills & Experience Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or a related technical discipline. Proven experience in QA, test engineering, or validation within embedded software and/or hardware product environments . Previous leadership experience managing and developing QA or test engineering teams. Strong hands-on experience with test automation , test framework design , and scalable validation strategies. Good understanding of the full test lifecycle, including unit testing, integration testing, system testing, BDD/acceptance testing, and end-to-end validation . Experience with Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) or equivalent embedded validation environments. Strong programming/scripting skills in at least one of Python, C, C++, or Java . Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines , version control systems such as Git, and automated quality reporting. Experience using defect tracking and test management tools such as Jira, Xray, Zephyr, or Polarion . Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with both technical teams and senior stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to improve QA maturity, drive process improvements, and build a collaborative quality culture. To find out more about Computer Futures please visit (url removed) Computer Futures, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
Role: Quality Assurance Manager Location: Milton Keynes (Hybrid typically, 1-2 days a week on-site) Salary: 50,000 - 60,000 depending on experience Due to continued growth and the success of a market-leading AI-powered platform used across central government, our client is seeking an experienced Software QA Manager to play a critical role in ensuring the quality, reliability and compliance of software products and services. This is a hands-on software quality assurance position, working closely with software engineering, data science, project management and technical leadership teams. You will be responsible for driving quality assurance activities across the full software development lifecycle, ensuring robust testing practices, quality standards and continuous improvement initiatives are embedded into delivery. As the lead for software quality, you will act as the primary point of contact for QA-related matters across multiple concurrent projects, supporting the delivery of innovative solutions used by major UK Government departments. You will collaborate with development teams to define testing strategies, improve QA processes, oversee defect management and ensure solutions meet both customer and regulatory requirements. The successful candidate will contribute to product and design reviews, support independent testing activities, analyse quality metrics, facilitate root cause investigations and help drive a culture of quality across the organisation. You will also work closely with stakeholders to ensure software solutions align with ISO standards, security requirements and best practice software engineering principles. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage software quality assurance activities across multiple projects and releases. Develop, implement and continuously improve QA processes, standards and testing methodologies. Work closely with Software Engineering, Data Science and Project teams to ensure quality is embedded throughout the SDLC. Define and oversee test strategies, test plans, defect management and release quality controls. Act as the primary escalation point for software quality issues and ensure timely resolution. Lead root cause analysis and corrective action activities to address recurring defects and quality concerns. Participate in requirement, design and technical reviews to identify risks and quality improvements early. Review and approve software quality and technical documentation. Monitor QA metrics and provide reporting, insights and recommendations to improve product quality. Support independent testing and act as a witness during formal testing activities where required. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, promoting a strong quality-first culture. Support customer engagements, audits and compliance activities relating to quality, security and software delivery standards. Skills and Experience Required Essential Skills & Experience Minimum 5 years' experience in a Software Quality Assurance Manager, QA Lead or Senior Software QA role within a software development environment. Strong understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), including both Agile and Waterfall methodologies. Experience developing and implementing software QA frameworks, processes and testing standards. Proven experience managing software quality across multiple concurrent projects. Strong understanding of software testing methodologies, defect management and quality metrics. Experience working with development lifecycle tools such as Jira, GitLab or equivalent platforms. Experience conducting root cause analysis and driving corrective and preventative actions. Ability to review technical documentation and provide quality-focused recommendations. Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences. Strong problem-solving, organisational and decision-making capabilities. Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Software Quality or a related discipline, or equivalent commercial experience. Currently hold SC Clearance or be eligible and willing to obtain SC Clearance. Desirable Skills & Experience Experience working within highly regulated, government, defence or public sector environments. Knowledge of quality and compliance frameworks including ISO 9001, ISO 20000 and ISO 27001. Experience supporting software audits, accreditation or certification activities. Exposure to AI, machine learning, data analytics or data-driven software products. Familiarity with DevOps and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) practices. Personal Attributes Passionate about software quality and continuous improvement. Able to manage competing priorities while maintaining exceptional attention to detail. Collaborative and proactive approach to problem solving. Confident engaging with stakeholders at all levels. Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence teams and drive quality best practice. Committed to delivering high-quality outcomes in fast-paced and evolving environments. Please note: Candidates must be eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC) and be willing to undergo the clearance process if not already cleared. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Aug 14, 2026
Full time
Role: Quality Assurance Manager Location: Milton Keynes (Hybrid typically, 1-2 days a week on-site) Salary: 50,000 - 60,000 depending on experience Due to continued growth and the success of a market-leading AI-powered platform used across central government, our client is seeking an experienced Software QA Manager to play a critical role in ensuring the quality, reliability and compliance of software products and services. This is a hands-on software quality assurance position, working closely with software engineering, data science, project management and technical leadership teams. You will be responsible for driving quality assurance activities across the full software development lifecycle, ensuring robust testing practices, quality standards and continuous improvement initiatives are embedded into delivery. As the lead for software quality, you will act as the primary point of contact for QA-related matters across multiple concurrent projects, supporting the delivery of innovative solutions used by major UK Government departments. You will collaborate with development teams to define testing strategies, improve QA processes, oversee defect management and ensure solutions meet both customer and regulatory requirements. The successful candidate will contribute to product and design reviews, support independent testing activities, analyse quality metrics, facilitate root cause investigations and help drive a culture of quality across the organisation. You will also work closely with stakeholders to ensure software solutions align with ISO standards, security requirements and best practice software engineering principles. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage software quality assurance activities across multiple projects and releases. Develop, implement and continuously improve QA processes, standards and testing methodologies. Work closely with Software Engineering, Data Science and Project teams to ensure quality is embedded throughout the SDLC. Define and oversee test strategies, test plans, defect management and release quality controls. Act as the primary escalation point for software quality issues and ensure timely resolution. Lead root cause analysis and corrective action activities to address recurring defects and quality concerns. Participate in requirement, design and technical reviews to identify risks and quality improvements early. Review and approve software quality and technical documentation. Monitor QA metrics and provide reporting, insights and recommendations to improve product quality. Support independent testing and act as a witness during formal testing activities where required. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, promoting a strong quality-first culture. Support customer engagements, audits and compliance activities relating to quality, security and software delivery standards. Skills and Experience Required Essential Skills & Experience Minimum 5 years' experience in a Software Quality Assurance Manager, QA Lead or Senior Software QA role within a software development environment. Strong understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), including both Agile and Waterfall methodologies. Experience developing and implementing software QA frameworks, processes and testing standards. Proven experience managing software quality across multiple concurrent projects. Strong understanding of software testing methodologies, defect management and quality metrics. Experience working with development lifecycle tools such as Jira, GitLab or equivalent platforms. Experience conducting root cause analysis and driving corrective and preventative actions. Ability to review technical documentation and provide quality-focused recommendations. Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences. Strong problem-solving, organisational and decision-making capabilities. Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Software Quality or a related discipline, or equivalent commercial experience. Currently hold SC Clearance or be eligible and willing to obtain SC Clearance. Desirable Skills & Experience Experience working within highly regulated, government, defence or public sector environments. Knowledge of quality and compliance frameworks including ISO 9001, ISO 20000 and ISO 27001. Experience supporting software audits, accreditation or certification activities. Exposure to AI, machine learning, data analytics or data-driven software products. Familiarity with DevOps and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) practices. Personal Attributes Passionate about software quality and continuous improvement. Able to manage competing priorities while maintaining exceptional attention to detail. Collaborative and proactive approach to problem solving. Confident engaging with stakeholders at all levels. Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence teams and drive quality best practice. Committed to delivering high-quality outcomes in fast-paced and evolving environments. Please note: Candidates must be eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC) and be willing to undergo the clearance process if not already cleared. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
I'm working with a client in the Insurance industry on a Senior QA Automation Engineer role and am keen to speak with QA engineers who have built mobile automation frameworks from scratch. Set up a mobile automation framework from scratch - chosen the tool, written the first tests, integrated it into CI, and grown coverage - across native iOS and Android apps. Web/API is a given; mobile is the main factor. Must-haves - Mobile automation framework built from scratch. The CV must describe choosing the tool, structuring the framework, writing the first suite, and growing it. Not just maintenance part of it. A named mobile automation tool used in production - Maestro, Appium, Espresso, or XCUITest. The name must appear in a work bullet, not only in the skills list. Native iOS and Android exposure, not responsive web on BrowserStack. We want to see signing/provisioning, simulators/emulators, TestFlight, real-device labs etc named in their experience. Mobile CI/CD integration - Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or similar - for app build artefacts (IPA/APK), not just web test runs. Playwright/Postman (or equivalent modern web & API automation) on the web side. These are still important. Strong nice-to-haves - Maestro specifically (we're standardising on it). BrowserStack, TestFlight, Intune named in real project context. Test coverage for native-mobile-only behaviours - offline mode, push notifications, deep links, biometric auth, app-permission flows, device fragmentation. Insurance, fintech, or payments domain experience. Azure DevOps Pipelines specifically. AI dev-tooling (Copilot, Cursor etc) in current use. Please click here to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Computer Futures please visit (url removed) Computer Futures, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
Aug 14, 2026
Contractor
I'm working with a client in the Insurance industry on a Senior QA Automation Engineer role and am keen to speak with QA engineers who have built mobile automation frameworks from scratch. Set up a mobile automation framework from scratch - chosen the tool, written the first tests, integrated it into CI, and grown coverage - across native iOS and Android apps. Web/API is a given; mobile is the main factor. Must-haves - Mobile automation framework built from scratch. The CV must describe choosing the tool, structuring the framework, writing the first suite, and growing it. Not just maintenance part of it. A named mobile automation tool used in production - Maestro, Appium, Espresso, or XCUITest. The name must appear in a work bullet, not only in the skills list. Native iOS and Android exposure, not responsive web on BrowserStack. We want to see signing/provisioning, simulators/emulators, TestFlight, real-device labs etc named in their experience. Mobile CI/CD integration - Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or similar - for app build artefacts (IPA/APK), not just web test runs. Playwright/Postman (or equivalent modern web & API automation) on the web side. These are still important. Strong nice-to-haves - Maestro specifically (we're standardising on it). BrowserStack, TestFlight, Intune named in real project context. Test coverage for native-mobile-only behaviours - offline mode, push notifications, deep links, biometric auth, app-permission flows, device fragmentation. Insurance, fintech, or payments domain experience. Azure DevOps Pipelines specifically. AI dev-tooling (Copilot, Cursor etc) in current use. Please click here to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Computer Futures please visit (url removed) Computer Futures, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
Lead Software Engineer Location: Milton Keynes (4 days per week in the office) Day Rate: 500- 550 Outside IR35 Duration: 6 Months We're working with an established and growing UK SaaS business looking to appoint an experienced Tech Lead to lead their software engineering function. This is a leadership-focused role where you'll oversee a team of around 10 software engineers, driving engineering excellence, improving delivery processes, and shaping the technical direction of a modern cloud-based software platform. You'll work closely with senior leadership to deliver strategic initiatives while building a high-performing engineering culture. This is not a hands-on coding role, but you'll need the technical credibility to support, challenge and mentor the development team. The RoleYou'll take ownership of the engineering function, focusing on people, processes, and technical strategy. Key priorities include strengthening software development and QA practices, leading a cloud migration programme, and supporting the adoption of AI-powered development tools. Responsibilities Lead, mentor and develop a team of approximately 10 software engineers. Manage performance, career development, recruitment and team growth. Improve and embed engineering best practices across SDLC, testing, code reviews, documentation and release management. Own engineering governance around security, compliance and data protection. Lead the migration of infrastructure to a public cloud platform (AWS, Azure or GCP). Partner with senior stakeholders to translate product strategy into engineering delivery. Drive adoption of modern AI-assisted and agentic software development practices. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration and technical excellence. About YouYou'll have previous experience managing software engineering teams and enjoy leading people as much as improving technical delivery. Essential Experience leading software engineering teams (ideally 5+ developers). Strong understanding of PHP (OR NodeJS/Python), MySQL and modern web application development. Experience implementing scalable engineering processes and delivery standards. Proven experience with cloud infrastructure and cloud migration projects (AWS, Azure or GCP). Knowledge of software security, GDPR and compliance requirements. Comfortable working closely with executive leadership and influencing technical strategy. Interest in AI-driven software development and emerging engineering practices. Able to work from the Milton Keynes office at least four days per week. Desirable Background within a SaaS environment. Experience delivering AI-enabled product features. Exposure to tools such as Cursor, Claude Code or GitHub Copilot. If you're an experienced Tech Lead looking for a role where you can make a significant impact on engineering culture, technical strategy and team leadership, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion.
Aug 14, 2026
Contractor
Lead Software Engineer Location: Milton Keynes (4 days per week in the office) Day Rate: 500- 550 Outside IR35 Duration: 6 Months We're working with an established and growing UK SaaS business looking to appoint an experienced Tech Lead to lead their software engineering function. This is a leadership-focused role where you'll oversee a team of around 10 software engineers, driving engineering excellence, improving delivery processes, and shaping the technical direction of a modern cloud-based software platform. You'll work closely with senior leadership to deliver strategic initiatives while building a high-performing engineering culture. This is not a hands-on coding role, but you'll need the technical credibility to support, challenge and mentor the development team. The RoleYou'll take ownership of the engineering function, focusing on people, processes, and technical strategy. Key priorities include strengthening software development and QA practices, leading a cloud migration programme, and supporting the adoption of AI-powered development tools. Responsibilities Lead, mentor and develop a team of approximately 10 software engineers. Manage performance, career development, recruitment and team growth. Improve and embed engineering best practices across SDLC, testing, code reviews, documentation and release management. Own engineering governance around security, compliance and data protection. Lead the migration of infrastructure to a public cloud platform (AWS, Azure or GCP). Partner with senior stakeholders to translate product strategy into engineering delivery. Drive adoption of modern AI-assisted and agentic software development practices. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration and technical excellence. About YouYou'll have previous experience managing software engineering teams and enjoy leading people as much as improving technical delivery. Essential Experience leading software engineering teams (ideally 5+ developers). Strong understanding of PHP (OR NodeJS/Python), MySQL and modern web application development. Experience implementing scalable engineering processes and delivery standards. Proven experience with cloud infrastructure and cloud migration projects (AWS, Azure or GCP). Knowledge of software security, GDPR and compliance requirements. Comfortable working closely with executive leadership and influencing technical strategy. Interest in AI-driven software development and emerging engineering practices. Able to work from the Milton Keynes office at least four days per week. Desirable Background within a SaaS environment. Experience delivering AI-enabled product features. Exposure to tools such as Cursor, Claude Code or GitHub Copilot. If you're an experienced Tech Lead looking for a role where you can make a significant impact on engineering culture, technical strategy and team leadership, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion.
Senior CAD / Revit Technician (MEP) Building Services - Winchester Salary: Competitive + Benefits The Company An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Senior CAD / Revit Technician to join the Winchester office of a well-established, employee-focused multidisciplinary consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering innovative engineering and design solutions across the UK. The business provides integrated consultancy services across the built environment, working on projects from initial concept through to completion. Their Building Services team delivers sustainable, technically robust MEP designs on a diverse portfolio of projects, including defence, education, healthcare, residential, commercial and public sector developments. With a collaborative culture and a significant investment in technology, BIM and staff development, this is an excellent opportunity for a Senior CAD / Revit Technician looking to work on technically challenging projects while developing their career within an experienced MEP design team. The Role As a Senior CAD / Revit Technician, you will support the delivery of high-quality building services designs by producing accurate 2D drawings and coordinated 3D Revit MEP models across a variety of new build and refurbishment projects. Working closely with Mechanical and Electrical Engineers, Architects and other design disciplines, you will play a key role in ensuring projects are fully coordinated, technically accurate and delivered to programme. Responsibilities Produce and develop 2D AutoCAD drawings and 3D Revit MEP models. Prepare general arrangement drawings, sections, details and schedules. Work collaboratively with Mechanical and Electrical Engineers throughout the design process. Coordinate MEP services with architects, structural engineers and external consultants. Ensure drawings and models are accurate, coordinated and comply with project standards. Carry out self-checking and assist with reviewing technical drawings where required. Follow company QA procedures and document management processes. Deliver work to agreed project programmes and deadlines. Support the development of junior technicians and apprentices where appropriate. Contribute to the continual improvement of BIM processes and team workflows. Requirements Previous experience as a CAD Technician or Revit Technician within Building Services or MEP Engineering. Proficient in AutoCAD and Revit MEP. Experience working on UK building services projects. Good understanding of Mechanical and Electrical Building Services coordination. Experience producing coordinated MEP drawings and BIM models. Knowledge of BIM standards and coordinated design processes. Strong communication and organisational skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines. A proactive approach with excellent attention to detail. Benefits Competitive salary. Hybrid and flexible working. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Option to buy, sell or carry over annual leave. Annual performance bonus (role dependent). Company pension scheme. Private medical insurance. Life assurance and income protection. Private GP access. Discounted gym membership. Three paid volunteering days each year. Ongoing training and professional development. Clear career progression opportunities within a growing multidisciplinary consultancy. Why Apply? This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the UK's leading multidisciplinary consultancies, working on a broad range of technically challenging projects with a highly experienced Building Services team. You'll gain exposure to major developments across multiple sectors while benefiting from structured career progression, investment in BIM technology and a flexible working environment. If you're interested, please contact Conner Richards at RGB Recruitment - .
Aug 14, 2026
Full time
Senior CAD / Revit Technician (MEP) Building Services - Winchester Salary: Competitive + Benefits The Company An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Senior CAD / Revit Technician to join the Winchester office of a well-established, employee-focused multidisciplinary consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering innovative engineering and design solutions across the UK. The business provides integrated consultancy services across the built environment, working on projects from initial concept through to completion. Their Building Services team delivers sustainable, technically robust MEP designs on a diverse portfolio of projects, including defence, education, healthcare, residential, commercial and public sector developments. With a collaborative culture and a significant investment in technology, BIM and staff development, this is an excellent opportunity for a Senior CAD / Revit Technician looking to work on technically challenging projects while developing their career within an experienced MEP design team. The Role As a Senior CAD / Revit Technician, you will support the delivery of high-quality building services designs by producing accurate 2D drawings and coordinated 3D Revit MEP models across a variety of new build and refurbishment projects. Working closely with Mechanical and Electrical Engineers, Architects and other design disciplines, you will play a key role in ensuring projects are fully coordinated, technically accurate and delivered to programme. Responsibilities Produce and develop 2D AutoCAD drawings and 3D Revit MEP models. Prepare general arrangement drawings, sections, details and schedules. Work collaboratively with Mechanical and Electrical Engineers throughout the design process. Coordinate MEP services with architects, structural engineers and external consultants. Ensure drawings and models are accurate, coordinated and comply with project standards. Carry out self-checking and assist with reviewing technical drawings where required. Follow company QA procedures and document management processes. Deliver work to agreed project programmes and deadlines. Support the development of junior technicians and apprentices where appropriate. Contribute to the continual improvement of BIM processes and team workflows. Requirements Previous experience as a CAD Technician or Revit Technician within Building Services or MEP Engineering. Proficient in AutoCAD and Revit MEP. Experience working on UK building services projects. Good understanding of Mechanical and Electrical Building Services coordination. Experience producing coordinated MEP drawings and BIM models. Knowledge of BIM standards and coordinated design processes. Strong communication and organisational skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines. A proactive approach with excellent attention to detail. Benefits Competitive salary. Hybrid and flexible working. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Option to buy, sell or carry over annual leave. Annual performance bonus (role dependent). Company pension scheme. Private medical insurance. Life assurance and income protection. Private GP access. Discounted gym membership. Three paid volunteering days each year. Ongoing training and professional development. Clear career progression opportunities within a growing multidisciplinary consultancy. Why Apply? This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the UK's leading multidisciplinary consultancies, working on a broad range of technically challenging projects with a highly experienced Building Services team. You'll gain exposure to major developments across multiple sectors while benefiting from structured career progression, investment in BIM technology and a flexible working environment. If you're interested, please contact Conner Richards at RGB Recruitment - .
UFT Test Engineer Location: Wokingham (5 days per week onsite, might consider Hybrid 2/3 days a week) Contract Length: 12 months Day Rate: 340 per day (Inside IR35) We are seeking an experienced UFT Test Engineer to join a long-term transformation programme. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior automation testing professional with strong Unified Functional Testing (UFT) and VBScript experience to work on complex enterprise applications. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining automation frameworks, creating robust test scripts, and supporting continuous testing practices across multiple projects. Key Responsibilities: Design and develop automation frameworks using UFT (Unified Functional Testing). Create, maintain, and execute automation scripts using VBScript. Integrate automated test suites into CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins or Azure DevOps. Lead automation testing activities across multiple projects. Collaborate with development, QA, and DevOps teams to improve test coverage and delivery quality. Monitor test execution, defects, and quality metrics. Provide technical guidance and support to other automation engineers. Essential Experience: Strong hands-on experience with UFT/QTP automation testing. Excellent VBScript automation scripting skills. Proven experience designing and implementing automation frameworks. Experience integrating automation testing into CI/CD environments. Strong understanding of STLC, QA methodologies, and defect management processes. Experience working in large-scale enterprise environments. Ability to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC eligibility required). Desirable Experience: 10+ years of experience in software testing and automation. Experience working in regulated or enterprise environments. Knowledge of additional automation tools or programming languages.
Aug 13, 2026
Contractor
UFT Test Engineer Location: Wokingham (5 days per week onsite, might consider Hybrid 2/3 days a week) Contract Length: 12 months Day Rate: 340 per day (Inside IR35) We are seeking an experienced UFT Test Engineer to join a long-term transformation programme. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior automation testing professional with strong Unified Functional Testing (UFT) and VBScript experience to work on complex enterprise applications. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining automation frameworks, creating robust test scripts, and supporting continuous testing practices across multiple projects. Key Responsibilities: Design and develop automation frameworks using UFT (Unified Functional Testing). Create, maintain, and execute automation scripts using VBScript. Integrate automated test suites into CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins or Azure DevOps. Lead automation testing activities across multiple projects. Collaborate with development, QA, and DevOps teams to improve test coverage and delivery quality. Monitor test execution, defects, and quality metrics. Provide technical guidance and support to other automation engineers. Essential Experience: Strong hands-on experience with UFT/QTP automation testing. Excellent VBScript automation scripting skills. Proven experience designing and implementing automation frameworks. Experience integrating automation testing into CI/CD environments. Strong understanding of STLC, QA methodologies, and defect management processes. Experience working in large-scale enterprise environments. Ability to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC eligibility required). Desirable Experience: 10+ years of experience in software testing and automation. Experience working in regulated or enterprise environments. Knowledge of additional automation tools or programming languages.
About Scrumconnect Consulting Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens. With a strong commitment to user-centred design and agile delivery, we continue to build innovative digital services that truly make a difference. Role Purpose We are looking for an experienced Backend Developer to design, build, and maintain scalable, secure Server Side services and APIs, while contributing to the adoption of Agentic AI capabilities within our engineering platform. The role sits at SFIA Level 4: the individual works under general direction, uses discretion in resolving problems, plans and monitors their own work (and may guide junior colleagues informally), and understands how their work contributes to broader team and organisational objectives. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, test, and maintain Back End services and REST/GraphQL APIs using Java/Spring Boot (or equivalent modern Back End stack). Contribute to system architecture and data model design in collaboration with senior/lead engineers. Write clean, well-tested, maintainable code following TDD/BDD practices and team coding standards. Participate in code reviews, providing and receiving constructive feedback. Integrate Back End services with databases (relational and NoSQL), messaging/event systems, and third-party APIs. Build, extend, and operate agentic AI workflows - integrating LLM-based agents and tools into Back End systems for automation, orchestration, and decision support. Support CI/CD pipelines, containerised deployments, and cloud infrastructure (AWS/Azure) for services owned by the team. Diagnose and resolve production issues, contributing to monitoring, logging, and observability practices. Document technical designs, APIs, and agent workflows clearly for other engineers and stakeholders. Work closely with QA, DevOps, and product teams within an Agile/Scrum delivery model. Technical Skills Core Backend Languages: Java 11/17/21 (or later), with working knowledge of Kotlin/Scala a plus Frameworks: Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Security, Hibernate/JPA APIs: REST, GraphQL, OpenAPI/Swagger Databases: PostgreSQL, Oracle, MongoDB, Elasticsearch Messaging/Streaming: Kafka, RabbitMQ, event-driven architecture Testing: JUnit, Mockito, TDD/BDD, Cucumber Build & CI/CD: Maven/Gradle, Git, Jenkins/GitHub Actions/GitLab CI Cloud & Containers: AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda, EKS, RDS, IAM) or Azure, Docker, Kubernetes Monitoring: Grafana, Prometheus Agentic AI Skills (Required/Desirable) Understanding of LLM agent architectures: reasoning loops, tool-use, planning, and memory patterns. Hands-on experience (or strong aptitude to learn) building or integrating agents using frameworks such as LangChain, LangGraph, AutoGen, CrewAI, or the Model Context Protocol (MCP). Ability to design and expose Back End services as tools/functions callable by AI agents (tool schemas, function calling, structured outputs). Experience with retrieval-augmented generation (RAG): vector databases (eg, Pinecone, Weaviate, pgvector), embeddings, and chunking strategies. Working knowledge of prompt engineering and evaluation techniques for agent reliability, safety, and cost control. Familiarity with orchestrating multi-agent workflows and human-in-the-loop approval steps for sensitive actions. Awareness of security, data-privacy, and governance considerations specific to AI agents (prompt injection risks, access scoping, audit logging). Experience integrating with LLM provider APIs (eg, Anthropic Claude API, OpenAI API) including streaming responses and tool-result handling. Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent demonstrable experience. 10-15 years' commercial Back End development experience. Proven experience delivering production-grade services in Agile/Scrum teams. Exposure to (or strong interest in) integrating AI/LLM capabilities into production systems. Good communication skills; comfortable explaining technical trade-offs to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Diversity & Inclusion At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe that diversity drives innovation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every individual is respected, valued, and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences, and we actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, under-represented communities, and those seeking flexible working arrangements.
Aug 13, 2026
Full time
About Scrumconnect Consulting Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens. With a strong commitment to user-centred design and agile delivery, we continue to build innovative digital services that truly make a difference. Role Purpose We are looking for an experienced Backend Developer to design, build, and maintain scalable, secure Server Side services and APIs, while contributing to the adoption of Agentic AI capabilities within our engineering platform. The role sits at SFIA Level 4: the individual works under general direction, uses discretion in resolving problems, plans and monitors their own work (and may guide junior colleagues informally), and understands how their work contributes to broader team and organisational objectives. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, test, and maintain Back End services and REST/GraphQL APIs using Java/Spring Boot (or equivalent modern Back End stack). Contribute to system architecture and data model design in collaboration with senior/lead engineers. Write clean, well-tested, maintainable code following TDD/BDD practices and team coding standards. Participate in code reviews, providing and receiving constructive feedback. Integrate Back End services with databases (relational and NoSQL), messaging/event systems, and third-party APIs. Build, extend, and operate agentic AI workflows - integrating LLM-based agents and tools into Back End systems for automation, orchestration, and decision support. Support CI/CD pipelines, containerised deployments, and cloud infrastructure (AWS/Azure) for services owned by the team. Diagnose and resolve production issues, contributing to monitoring, logging, and observability practices. Document technical designs, APIs, and agent workflows clearly for other engineers and stakeholders. Work closely with QA, DevOps, and product teams within an Agile/Scrum delivery model. Technical Skills Core Backend Languages: Java 11/17/21 (or later), with working knowledge of Kotlin/Scala a plus Frameworks: Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Security, Hibernate/JPA APIs: REST, GraphQL, OpenAPI/Swagger Databases: PostgreSQL, Oracle, MongoDB, Elasticsearch Messaging/Streaming: Kafka, RabbitMQ, event-driven architecture Testing: JUnit, Mockito, TDD/BDD, Cucumber Build & CI/CD: Maven/Gradle, Git, Jenkins/GitHub Actions/GitLab CI Cloud & Containers: AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda, EKS, RDS, IAM) or Azure, Docker, Kubernetes Monitoring: Grafana, Prometheus Agentic AI Skills (Required/Desirable) Understanding of LLM agent architectures: reasoning loops, tool-use, planning, and memory patterns. Hands-on experience (or strong aptitude to learn) building or integrating agents using frameworks such as LangChain, LangGraph, AutoGen, CrewAI, or the Model Context Protocol (MCP). Ability to design and expose Back End services as tools/functions callable by AI agents (tool schemas, function calling, structured outputs). Experience with retrieval-augmented generation (RAG): vector databases (eg, Pinecone, Weaviate, pgvector), embeddings, and chunking strategies. Working knowledge of prompt engineering and evaluation techniques for agent reliability, safety, and cost control. Familiarity with orchestrating multi-agent workflows and human-in-the-loop approval steps for sensitive actions. Awareness of security, data-privacy, and governance considerations specific to AI agents (prompt injection risks, access scoping, audit logging). Experience integrating with LLM provider APIs (eg, Anthropic Claude API, OpenAI API) including streaming responses and tool-result handling. Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent demonstrable experience. 10-15 years' commercial Back End development experience. Proven experience delivering production-grade services in Agile/Scrum teams. Exposure to (or strong interest in) integrating AI/LLM capabilities into production systems. Good communication skills; comfortable explaining technical trade-offs to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Diversity & Inclusion At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe that diversity drives innovation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every individual is respected, valued, and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences, and we actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, under-represented communities, and those seeking flexible working arrangements.
