As the Lead Quality Engineer, you will be integral to ensuring that our software systems not only meet industry standards but set them. This role calls for a visionary leader who can shape the quality assurance framework and culture across our diverse technological landscape.
Your Responsibilities
Spearhead the development and implementation of a comprehensive quality assurance strategy that aligns with our ambitious business objectives and technological innovations.
Craft and deploy sophisticated testing frameworks that integrate both manual and automated testing methods. Focus on enhancing speed, efficiency, and scalability of software delivery while maintaining rigorous quality standards.
Act as the primary quality assurance liaison among senior management, technology teams, and external partners. Drive the consensus around quality standards, methodologies, and practices that reflect both current and future industry trends.
Design, implement, and manage quality metrics and reporting systems that provide detailed insights into the performance of software development processes, facilitating strategic decisions and continuous improvements.
Build, lead, and nurture a high-performing team of Quality Engineers. Create opportunities for professional growth and learning, ensuring the team remains motivated and productive.
Continuously assess and optimise testing processes to ensure they are robust, efficient, and adaptable to changing project scopes and market conditions.
Proactively identify potential quality risks in software releases and create strategic mitigation plans to prevent disruptions in service delivery.
Requirements
About You
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a closely related field.
Agile certification such as CSM, CSPO, or SAFe Agilist (SA) is desired.
Minimum of 7 years in software quality assurance, including at least 3 years in a leadership role within the financial services or wealth management technology industry.
Proven track record as a QA / Test Lead or Test Manager within the fintech or wealth management sectors, demonstrating a deep understanding of the specific challenges and opportunities in these industries.
Advanced knowledge in establishing and maintaining automated testing frameworks using tools like Selenium. Experience with continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) environments.
Significant expertise with test management and reporting tools like Jira, Confluence and Zephyr.
Extensive experience implementing Agile and Scrum methodologies in software development. Certifications in Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), or SAFe Agilist (SA) are highly preferred.
Exceptional analytical and strategic thinking skills, adept at problem-solving and fostering innovation within the QA function.