Principle QA - Hybrid Working
We are currently looking for a Principle QA working closely with the Head of Test to join one of the fastest growing brokers in the UK. Our client specialises in motor, home, bike, and more. With a huge focus on digital and data led customer experiences.
As the Principle QA you will be responsible for defining and implementing QA best practices and processes across the organisation. This role requires a deep understanding of QA methodologies, extensive experience in software testing, and a strategic mindset to drive quality improvements. The Principal QA must also possess strong leadership and communication skills, as they serve as a mentor and advisor to other QA professionals, and collaborate with various departments to ensure the delivery of high-quality software products.
The ideal candidate will be predominantly focused at an organisational and strategic level, understanding how to build best practices across the business and make sure the wider business use the processes you will build.
This role will have a number of QA Lead direct reports, previous lead experience is essential.
What we are looking for
- Extensive experience in software QA, with a deep understanding and experience of Agile methodologies and Waterfall
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to communicate a consistent message clearly and concisely
- Proven leadership skills, with the ability to guide, mentor, and motivate QA professionals
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- In-depth knowledge of QA tools, frameworks, and best practices
- A passion for quality and a continuous improvement mindset.
- Experience of implementing Quality Gates and Test Governance
- Evangelistic and Collaborative attitude to Testing and Quality
- Knowledge of NFT and OAT
- Experience managing 3rd party suppliers
- Solid experience of working with Agile teams, processes, and tools.
- Strong experience in a similar senior QA role
- Automation first mindset and understanding the theory behind test automation.
This role will be working at a Senior level in a growing organisation and team, the group overall are going through huge positive and this is a great opportunity to come into the business with the strategic mindset and have a lot of autonomy in the growing culture.
In addition to hybrid working our client offers annual performance related bonus and clear progression pathways.
Click apply or email lauren.hamer@oliverjames.com for more details!
