At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead quality assurance for large-scale programmes and drive testing strategies.
- Company: Join InspiredXpert, a specialist IT Talent Solutions company.
- Benefits: Hybrid work model, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Work in a dynamic environment with a focus on quality and innovation.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on innovative projects while advancing your career in tech.
- Qualifications: Experience in Test Management, automation, and CI/CD practices required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Location: Gloucestershire (Hybrid)
Engagement: TBC
Start: TBC (Target: End July / Early August)
Clearance Required: Active SC, or SC + NPPV3
Role Summary
The Senior Test Manager / Test Architect will drive quality assurance across large-scale programmes, leading QA initiatives, overseeing delivery, and advancing testing and automation strategies. This role partners closely with development, architecture, and business teams to ensure secure, high-quality delivery across the SDLC while maintaining strong governance and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Define and implement test strategies aligned to programme objectives and quality standards
- Own end-to-end test lifecycle including planning, estimation, execution, defect management, reporting, and sign-off
- Ensure functional and non-functional testability of requirements
- Monitor and improve quality delivery across teams and workstreams
- Mentor and lead QA teams across manual, automation, and non-functional disciplines
- Drive automation, performance, and security testing initiatives
- Engage stakeholders throughout the SDLC
- Support CI/CD pipelines and DevOps-aligned quality practices
- Identify, manage, and escalate test-related risks proactively
Essential Skills & Experience
- Strong experience in Test Management and/or Test Architecture roles
- Strong backend and frontend testing experience
- Proven test automation framework design and maintenance
- API and system integration testing experience
- Performance and security testing using tools such as JMeter, LoadRunner, OWASP ZAP, and Burp Suite
- CI/CD and DevOps experience (Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, Docker, Kubernetes)
- Experience working in secure or regulated environments
- Cloud exposure (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
Security clearance requirement (Applicants must already hold):
- SC Clearance (Mandatory)
- NPPV3 Clearance (Mandatory)
Xpert: Senior Test Manager / Test Architect employer: Inspired Testing
Inspired Testing is an exceptional employer that values innovation and collaboration, making it a fantastic place for a Strategic Account Growth Manager to thrive. With a strong focus on employee development, we offer numerous growth opportunities and a supportive work culture that encourages creativity and teamwork. Located in the UK, our dynamic environment fosters meaningful client relationships while providing the tools and resources necessary for success.
