QA Lead - Tester - UK remote

QA Lead (Tester)

Location: Home-based – Remote – Applicants must be based within the UK
Duration: Contract until 31 st December 2025 – Expected extension
Rate: £400 - £450 Inside IR35

We’re on the lookout for a skilled and detail-driven QA Lead (Tester) to play a vital role in ensuring our software developments are reliable, robust, and aligned with business needs. This is your chance to make a real impact, supporting both our development team and business users while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

What You’ll Do

• Design and implement detailed test plans and scripts to guarantee high-quality software.
• Execute and manage testing cycles, logging and tracking defects through to resolution.
• Support business users in User Acceptance Testing (UAT), guiding them through criteria setting and execution.
• Demonstrate new developments to end-users and secure approvals for production release.
• Collaborate with developers, product owners, and business analysts to deliver reliable, efficient solutions.
• Champion continuous improvement, driving better testing strategies and practices across the team.

Essential Experience:

• Proven QA/testing experience in a similar role.
• Strong background in designing, developing, and executing test scripts and test plans.
• Skilled in UAT, negative testing, and automation (Playwright preferred).
• Experience with MySQL/MSSQL, Windows/Linux/OSX, and Web/Mobile apps.
• Familiarity with Jira, Confluence, Agile/Scrum, and REST API testing with Postman.

Desirable:

• Degree in Computing or related field.
• ISEB Certificate in Software Testing.
• Experience with X-Ray for Jira.

What You Bring

• Exceptional communication skills (written & verbal).
• Ability to work independently with excellent time management.
• A growth mindset and passion for innovation.
• Strong teamwork, collaboration, and customer focus.
• Enthusiasm to inspire and influence others.