Lead Software Test Engineer

Location: Warwickshire

Lead Software Test Engineer

📍 Warwickshire (Hybrid - 2 Days Per Week in the Office)
💷 £55,000 - £65,000 + Excellent Benefits

The Opportunity

We're looking for an experienced Lead Software Test Engineer to join an innovative technology business developing cutting-edge hardware and software products. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of software testing activities across mobile applications, embedded software, web applications, cloud services, and APIs.

As a senior member of the engineering team, you'll lead testing initiatives, define testing standards and processes, mentor colleagues, and work closely with software developers, hardware engineers, and product stakeholders to ensure the highest levels of product quality.

The role offers a unique blend of hands-on testing, technical leadership, and process improvement within a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and own software testing activities across mobile applications, web applications, embedded systems, and REST APIs
Define testing strategy, standards, and best practices across the engineering function
Create and maintain comprehensive test plans, test cases, and regression test suites
Work closely with development teams and stakeholders to ensure requirements are clearly defined and testable
Perform manual testing including functional, regression, usability, performance, and stress testing
Support automated testing initiatives, including API and unit testing
Contribute to continuous integration and build validation activities
Test and validate embedded software running on hardware products
Document test outcomes and collaborate with developers to troubleshoot and resolve issues
Identify opportunities to improve software quality, testing efficiency, and release confidence
Provide guidance and mentoring to junior members of the testing team

Essential Skills & Experience

Proven experience in a Software Test Engineer, Senior Test Engineer, or Lead Test Engineer role
Strong understanding of software testing methodologies and quality assurance processes
Experience creating and executing test plans, test cases, and regression test suites
Experience testing mobile applications, web applications, and REST APIs
Strong problem-solving and technical troubleshooting skills
Experience implementing test tools, frameworks, and testing processes
Familiarity with containerised environments such as Docker
Experience using test case management tools such as Test Rail or similar
Strong understanding of defect management and bug tracking processes
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Ability to work independently and lead testing initiatives
ISTQB certification (or equivalent)
Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline
Previous experience mentoring or leading a small team

Desirable Experience

Automated testing experience (Appium or similar tools)
Unit testing experience
Testing both iOS and Android applications
Embedded software testing
Experience producing technical documentation
Exposure to cloud-based applications and backend services

What's In It For You?

Hybrid working model with 2 days per week in the Warwickshire office.
Opportunity to work on genuinely innovative technology products
Share scheme
Competitive pension scheme
Private healthcare package
24/7 online GP access
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Professional development and training opportunities
Regular team socials and company events
Employee discount schemes
Free on-site parking
Collaborative, supportive, and forward-thinking culture

If the role is of interest please get in contact