QA Engineering Professional

Recruiter:
Lloyd Hughes Internal Closing Date: 7th September 2026

Due to the sensitive nature of this role, you will be required to undergo DV (Developed Vetting) level Security Clearance (. An allowance of 5k per annum may be payable monthly while you hold this DV and continue to work in a role that requires that level of security clearance. The terms of this allowance will be made available if you are successful in being recruited into this role.

Security isn’t always the first thing that comes to mind when you think of BT, but when it comes to keeping everyone safely connected, We Are The Protectors. We deal with thousands of cyber-attacks every day, so that millions of people can safely go about their daily lives and run their businesses.
We deliver vital work at scale, with real breadth and impact. We connect for good.

You'll be joining a specialist security team that is a trusted partner to governments worldwide, protecting critical national infrastructure and committed to the safety and security of our nation and global communities. Our mission focused work is innovative, inspiring and technologically challenging in a way that makes every day different and stimulating. We provide the opportunity to work on rare projects, with exciting tools and brilliant people.

Everyone has access to unparalleled professional and personal development opportunities and your contribution is always valued.

About the roleBT Group is one of the most critical of all UK Critical National Infrastructure. Our job is simple -   protect critical national infrastrature, contributing to teams who are committed to the safety and security of our nation and global communities.

This role requires DV Clearance and will be onsite 5 days a week in either London, Ipswich or Cheltenham

What you’ll be doing

Undertakes first level diagnostics, diagnosing defects against components using techniques and tools defined in the test strategy, identifies defects against the correct component in multi-component journeys, writes test specifications and test designs (scripts) and runs the test scripts to time cost and quality. Supports the full lifecycle integration testing to support project deliverables.

Executes automation, functional, regression and load testing scenarios, applying solutions that validate the functionality of applications.

Supports the maintenance of test suites and ensures high-velocity, high-quality production pushes using manual tests.

Assesses and suggests ways to mitigate risks that have an impact on the quality of products and services.

Supports in the implementation of ways to improve working processes within the area of QA engineering responsibility.

Champions, continuously develops and shares with team knowledge on emerging trends and changes in QA engineering best practices and industry standards.

Mentors other QA engineers, helping to improve the team’s abilities by acting as a technical resource

Essential Skills / Experience Software Testing. Programming / Scripting.

Manual / Automated Testing.

Test Case Design / Writing.

Functional / Non-Functional Testing Desirable Skills / Experience Test Management tooling experience such as JIRA, Confluence, XRAY. Ansible coding experience.

Experience with automated test tools.

OSI model awareness.

Experience of working on complex large scale programmes.

ISTQB certification.

Our Package When you join our team, you'll play a role in delivering work that makes a real difference across the UK. In return, you'll be rewarded with a market-leading Total Reward package that reflects the value of your skills and expertise. From structured technical progression and industry-recognised training to generous family support and flexible benefits, we're committed to helping our people succeed at every stage of their career journey.
• A structured Technical Progression Pathway to recognise and reward appropriate technical people.
• Competitive DV market aligned salaries
• Tiered role based DV allowance of up to 5k per annum paid monthly
• World-class training and development opportunities
• 10% on target bonus
• Equal family leave:  receive 18 weeks at full pay, 8 weeks at half pay and 26 weeks at…