Testing and Quality Assurance

QA Test Manager - 6 Months - SC ClearedRate: £460 per dayDuration: 6 MonthsLocation: Milton Keynes (60%) - Remaining remoteIR35: Inside IR35The role:A leading Government body is seeking a Quality Assurance Test Manager, to define the test strategy and lead its implementation, ensuring that the test policy and processes meet ISO standards.The role also includes System Integration Testing and Non-Functional Testing (such as Performance, Interface, Usability, Failover testing). 6-month initial contract and requiring SC Clearance.Experience Requirements:ISTQB Certified Tester Advanced Level Test Management (CTAL-TM) v3.0 or equivalent test management certification or proven test management experience.Basic knowledge of SQL scripts used to interrogate databasesKnowledge of Cloud infrastructure setup (AWS and Azure)Awareness of Virtual Machine Management Tools (e.g. VMWare)Knowledge of test management toolsAwareness of non-functional testing techniquesExperience of working in Tier 2 environmentsKnowledge and practical experience in stress, load, soak and performance testingKnowledge of continuous integration (CI) and continuous delivery (CD)Basic Networking knowledge (e.g. Cisco)Knowledge of test automation tool setsIf you are available and interested, please apply via return email in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.

Test Automation Engineer Salary: Up to £60,000 + Bonus + Benefits Location: Belfast - Hybrid (2-3 days per week onsite) Working Hours: 40 hours per week - Full time Job Type: PermanentA globally established organisation is seeking an experienced Test Automation Engineer to join a high-performing technology team delivering modern enterprise applications and platforms.This is a hands-on automation role focused on building scalable testing frameworks, improving software quality and embedding automation across the full software delivery lifecycle. The role is ideally suited to an engineer who enjoys working closely with development teams to improve reliability, efficiency and release confidence across complex environments.Responsibilities for the Test Automation Engineer:Design and maintain automation strategies across API, UI and regression testingBuild, enhance and support automated testing frameworks using modern toolingIntegrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines to support continuous deliveryImprove test coverage, execution efficiency and platform reliabilityPerform REST API testing and backend validation activitiesAnalyse test failures and collaborate with developers on root cause analysisManage test environments and test data requirementsProduce quality metrics, reporting and testing documentation for stakeholdersSupport non-functional testing activities where requiredContribute towards best practice across automation and quality engineering processesEssential Skills for the Test Automation Engineer:Strong expertise with Python and pytestHands-on experience building and maintaining test automation frameworksExperience with Selenium and/or Playwright for UI automationStrong understanding of REST API testingExperience integrating automated testing into CI/CD pipelinesUnderstanding of test data management and reporting practicesStrong analytical and troubleshooting capabilityExperience working within Agile delivery environmentsStrong communication and stakeholder collaboration skillsDesirable Skills for the Test Automation Engineer:Experience testing microservices-based architecturesFamiliarity with containerised environments and DevOps toolingExposure to performance or security testing conceptsExperience supporting enterprise-scale applications and platformsThis is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative engineering environment focused on automation-first delivery, modern testing practices and continuous improvement across enterprise technology platforms.

Accessibility (Lift Specialist) - 12 Months - Salisbury - SC ClearedContract Length: 12 MONTHSLocation: Salisbury, full-time onsiteIR35: INSIDE IR35Pay Rate to Candidate: £874 per dayA leading Defence Institution is seeking an Accessibility/Lifting Specialist, with proven experience managing lifting operations, including planning and supervising complex lifts.Minimum Requirement:Proven experience managing lifting operations, including planning and supervising complex lifts.In-depth knowledge of lifting legislation, regulations, and safety standards.Strong understanding of contract lift documentation and assurance processes.Familiarity with asset management practices, including CAFM systems.Strong leadership and communication skills with ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.Ability to analyse and review technical documentation.Demonstrable experience in assurance activities (L1, 2 & 3)Complex/Heavy lifting experienceDesirable:Membership of a recognised professional body (e.g., Lifting Equipment Engineers Association - LEEA).Training/qualification as Appointed Person (Lifting Operations).Previous experience in Defence or high-security environments.Job spec:Provide a single competent authority accountable for lifting assuranceStandardise lifting governance across sitesEnsure alignment with Safe to Start and regulatory obligationsTrain and develop a designated taff member to AP competency level to enable long-term Internal resilience and continuityProvide professional advice and guidance for lifting.Develop, implement and maintain Lifting Policy, process and related forms and documentation.Prepare, review, and approve lifting plans and associated documentation.Supervise and oversee complex lifts on site when required.Review contract lift safety documentation and lift plans prior to execution.

Test Engineer - 6 Months - Remote - £450pd Inside IR35Rate: Competitive (Inside IR35)Duration: 6 monthsLocation: RemoteIR35: InsideThe role:A leading Government institution is looking for a Test Engineer to support the delivery of a new data services platform and APIs that enable external users to search open datasets.You'll assist in driving quality across deliverables, while helping embed modern, scalable testing practices. This is an initial 6-month contract, Inside IR35, primarily remote.Required Experience & SkillsStrong background in planning and delivering structured testing within complex data or integration-focused projectsExperience defining and implementing end-to-end test processes aligned to Agile delivery teamsAbility to produce detailed, reusable test artefacts including test plans, scenarios, scripts, and supporting documentationProven experience coordinating Integration Testing and End-to-End Testing across multiple components and teamsSkilled in identifying, logging, and managing defects and data quality issues through to resolutionExperience reporting on test progress, metrics, and overall product quality through summaries, dashboards, and reviewsGood understanding of security, performance, and accessibility testing, particularly within public sector or standards-driven environmentsExperience working with data integration and transformation tools such as MuleSoft and Talend (or similar enterprise data tooling)Ability to work closely with QA, product owners, developers, and business stakeholders to ensure requirements are fully testable and quality-ledStrong troubleshooting skills, with the ability to investigate application and test automation issuesExperience mentoring or supporting other team members in testing approaches and best practicesComfortable working in collaborative Agile/SCRUM environments If you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.

QA Test Manager - 6 Months - SC ClearedRate: £460 per dayDuration: 6 MonthsLocation: Milton Keynes (60%) - Remaining remoteIR35: Inside IR35The role:A leading Government body is seeking a Quality Assurance Test Manager, to define the test strategy and lead its implementation, ensuring that the test policy and processes meet ISO standards.The role also includes System Integration Testing and Non-Functional Testing (such as Performance, Interface, Usability, Failover testing). 6-month initial contract and requiring SC Clearance.Experience Requirements:ISTQB Certified Tester Advanced Level Test Management (CTAL-TM) v3.0 or equivalent test management certification or proven test management experience.Basic knowledge of SQL scripts used to interrogate databasesKnowledge of Cloud infrastructure setup (AWS and Azure)Awareness of Virtual Machine Management Tools (e.g. VMWare)Knowledge of test management toolsAwareness of non-functional testing techniquesExperience of working in Tier 2 environmentsKnowledge and practical experience in stress, load, soak and performance testingKnowledge of continuous integration (CI) and continuous delivery (CD)Basic Networking knowledge (e.g. Cisco)Knowledge of test automation tool setsIf you are available and interested, please apply via return email in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.

Test Automation Engineer Salary: Up to £60,000 + Bonus + Benefits Location: Belfast - Hybrid (2-3 days per week onsite) Working Hours: 40 hours per week - Full time Job Type: PermanentA globally established organisation is seeking an experienced Test Automation Engineer to join a high-performing technology team delivering modern enterprise applications and platforms.This is a hands-on automation role focused on building scalable testing frameworks, improving software quality and embedding automation across the full software delivery lifecycle. The role is ideally suited to an engineer who enjoys working closely with development teams to improve reliability, efficiency and release confidence across complex environments.Responsibilities for the Test Automation Engineer:Design and maintain automation strategies across API, UI and regression testingBuild, enhance and support automated testing frameworks using modern toolingIntegrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines to support continuous deliveryImprove test coverage, execution efficiency and platform reliabilityPerform REST API testing and backend validation activitiesAnalyse test failures and collaborate with developers on root cause analysisManage test environments and test data requirementsProduce quality metrics, reporting and testing documentation for stakeholdersSupport non-functional testing activities where requiredContribute towards best practice across automation and quality engineering processesEssential Skills for the Test Automation Engineer:Strong expertise with Python and pytestHands-on experience building and maintaining test automation frameworksExperience with Selenium and/or Playwright for UI automationStrong understanding of REST API testingExperience integrating automated testing into CI/CD pipelinesUnderstanding of test data management and reporting practicesStrong analytical and troubleshooting capabilityExperience working within Agile delivery environmentsStrong communication and stakeholder collaboration skillsDesirable Skills for the Test Automation Engineer:Experience testing microservices-based architecturesFamiliarity with containerised environments and DevOps toolingExposure to performance or security testing conceptsExperience supporting enterprise-scale applications and platformsThis is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative engineering environment focused on automation-first delivery, modern testing practices and continuous improvement across enterprise technology platforms.

Accessibility (Lift Specialist) - 12 Months - Salisbury - SC ClearedContract Length: 12 MONTHSLocation: Salisbury, full-time onsiteIR35: INSIDE IR35Pay Rate to Candidate: £874 per dayA leading Defence Institution is seeking an Accessibility/Lifting Specialist, with proven experience managing lifting operations, including planning and supervising complex lifts.Minimum Requirement:Proven experience managing lifting operations, including planning and supervising complex lifts.In-depth knowledge of lifting legislation, regulations, and safety standards.Strong understanding of contract lift documentation and assurance processes.Familiarity with asset management practices, including CAFM systems.Strong leadership and communication skills with ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.Ability to analyse and review technical documentation.Demonstrable experience in assurance activities (L1, 2 & 3)Complex/Heavy lifting experienceDesirable:Membership of a recognised professional body (e.g., Lifting Equipment Engineers Association - LEEA).Training/qualification as Appointed Person (Lifting Operations).Previous experience in Defence or high-security environments.Job spec:Provide a single competent authority accountable for lifting assuranceStandardise lifting governance across sitesEnsure alignment with Safe to Start and regulatory obligationsTrain and develop a designated taff member to AP competency level to enable long-term Internal resilience and continuityProvide professional advice and guidance for lifting.Develop, implement and maintain Lifting Policy, process and related forms and documentation.Prepare, review, and approve lifting plans and associated documentation.Supervise and oversee complex lifts on site when required.Review contract lift safety documentation and lift plans prior to execution.

Test Engineer - 6 Months - Remote - £450pd Inside IR35Rate: Competitive (Inside IR35)Duration: 6 monthsLocation: RemoteIR35: InsideThe role:A leading Government institution is looking for a Test Engineer to support the delivery of a new data services platform and APIs that enable external users to search open datasets.You'll assist in driving quality across deliverables, while helping embed modern, scalable testing practices. This is an initial 6-month contract, Inside IR35, primarily remote.Required Experience & SkillsStrong background in planning and delivering structured testing within complex data or integration-focused projectsExperience defining and implementing end-to-end test processes aligned to Agile delivery teamsAbility to produce detailed, reusable test artefacts including test plans, scenarios, scripts, and supporting documentationProven experience coordinating Integration Testing and End-to-End Testing across multiple components and teamsSkilled in identifying, logging, and managing defects and data quality issues through to resolutionExperience reporting on test progress, metrics, and overall product quality through summaries, dashboards, and reviewsGood understanding of security, performance, and accessibility testing, particularly within public sector or standards-driven environmentsExperience working with data integration and transformation tools such as MuleSoft and Talend (or similar enterprise data tooling)Ability to work closely with QA, product owners, developers, and business stakeholders to ensure requirements are fully testable and quality-ledStrong troubleshooting skills, with the ability to investigate application and test automation issuesExperience mentoring or supporting other team members in testing approaches and best practicesComfortable working in collaborative Agile/SCRUM environments If you are available and interested, please apply in the first instance and you will be contacted to discuss the position further.