At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead quality assurance for complex digital transformation programmes and drive automation excellence.
- Company: Scrumconnect, a trusted digital consultancy focused on agile methodologies.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and the chance to influence quality practices.
- Other info: Active SC Clearance needed; dynamic environment with opportunities for growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in digital transformation while mentoring future QAT engineers.
- Qualifications: Extensive software testing experience and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.
Job Description
About Scrumconnect
Scrumconnect is a trusted digital consultancy delivering large-scale transformation programmes through agile methodologies, engineering excellence, and quality-first delivery practices.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Senior QAT Engineer (SFIA Level 5) to lead quality assurance activities across complex digital transformation programmes.
You will be responsible for defining testing strategies, driving automation excellence, mentoring QAT engineers, and ensuring quality standards are embedded across multiple delivery teams.
This role requires strong technical expertise combined with leadership capabilities to influence quality practices at programme level.
Key Responsibilities
- Define and implement end-to-end testing strategies and quality frameworks.
- Design, develop, and maintain complex automated testing solutions.
- Lead test planning, execution, and reporting activities across multiple teams.
- Manage test environments and support release assurance processes.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives across testing and automation practices.
- Mentor and support QAT engineers and promote best practices.
- Collaborate with engineering, architecture, and product teams to ensure quality is embedded throughout delivery.
- Provide technical leadership on testing approaches, tooling, and quality governance.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Extensive experience in software testing and quality assurance leadership.
- Strong knowledge of HTML, CSS, Java Script, and Node. js.
- Experience designing and implementing automated testing frameworks.
- Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and Dev Ops practices.
- Experience developing and executing enterprise-scale test strategies.
- Ability to lead technical discussions and influence quality standards.
- Experience mentoring and supporting engineering teams.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Additional Information
- SFIA Level: 5
- Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance required
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Senior QAT Analyst (SC Cleared) in Newcastle upon Tyne employer: Scrumconnect Consulting
At Scrumconnect Consulting, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture that empowers our employees to excel in their roles. As a Senior Data Engineer/Architect, you will have access to continuous professional development opportunities and the chance to work on impactful projects within the public sector. Our Staines location offers a vibrant community and convenient access to transport links, making it an ideal place for those seeking a meaningful career in data engineering.
