Senior QA Test Engineer

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We are seeking an experienced Senior QA Test Engineer to join the Test team  role requires a strong understanding of test techniques to validate expected outcomes and ensure quality through established processes and procedures. You'll apply advanced testing methodologies covering functional, regression, and automation testing to ensure reliable, high-performing outcomes. The position also involves leading test activities and driving them to successful completion within project timelines.

• Ensure software products are correctly designed and continuously tested throughout the development lifecycle, championing quality-driven delivery and enforcing processes.
• Develop comprehensive test strategies and plans, including writing test cases, structured methodologies, and use cases across multiple test phases.
• Apply advanced testing methodologies covering functional, regression, and automation testing and consider automation frameworks where appropriate.
• Collaborate with multi-vendor partners, suppliers, and stakeholders to define testing approaches, validate levels of testing, and meet project deadlines.
• Contribute to user story refinement, ensuring viable, testable products with clear acceptance criteria, and address gaps in data capture for critical information.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement by adopting innovative testing technologies and techniques.

• Minimum 5 years' experience as a Senior Tester or equivalent, including acting as Test Lead on projects.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong understanding of QA and testing across multiple concurrent projects, expert knowledge of full system life cycles, and experience authoring Test Strategies and Test Plans.
• ISTQB®/ISEB foundation in software testing preferred, with demonstrable experience working with third-party suppliers.
• Proven experience in Agile and Dev Ops environments, with a quick learning ability to adapt to evolving project needs.
• Skilled in applying structured methodologies and tools to ensure quality assurance practices are met across all phases.

• Practical experience with test automation tools (Cypress or Playwright preferred)
• Experience with AI tools or testing applications utilising AI.

• Strong alignment with FSP values and ethos
• Commitment to teamwork, quality and mutual success
• Proactivity with an ability to operate with pace and energy
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Dedication to excellence and quality

FSP is a leading consultancy specialising in Digital, Security and AI solutions. Our success is enabled by our unwavering commitment to excellence, our people centric culture alongside best-in‑class operations, ensuring impactful and sustainable outcomes for our clients.

As a long standing and highly accredited Microsoft Partner, with extensive solution designations, we partner with clients across a range of commercial sectors, enabling digital transformation, innovation and robust cyber security.

We navigate the complexities of data sensitivity, confidentiality, governance and compliance. We blend strategic insight, depth of technical expertise, delivery and operational excellence to meet the specific requirements outlined.

We take a collaborative, one team approach with our clients to drive sustainable change, providing outstanding client experience and delivering exceptional results that are aligned with business priorities.

Our commitment to security and quality is reinforced by our ISO
27001 and ISO
9001 certifications (UKAS), as well as our CREST approved penetration testing and SOC capabilities. Additionally, we are an IASME Cyber Essentials Certification Body and Cyber Essentials Plus certified.

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At FSP, we are committed to providing:

• A collaborative and supportive environment in which you can grow and develop your career
• The tools and opportunity to do work you can be proud of
• A chance to work…