Test team lead

Test Team Lead

📍 Cardiff | 🕘 Hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 days WFH)

💰 Up to £65,000 + Benefits


About the Role

We’re looking for a talented and driven Test Team Lead to join our Cardiff-based team. This is an exciting opportunity to step into a strategic leadership role, where you’ll shape the future of our QA function and lead a team of testers working on cutting-edge mobile and embedded technologies.


As Test Team Lead, you’ll combine hands-on testing knowledge with the ability to lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing QA team. You’ll play a key role in test planning, automation strategy, and cross-functional collaboration across product and development teams.


Key Responsibilities

* Lead and mentor a team of test engineers, driving best practices and continuous improvement.
* Own and evolve the test strategy across projects, ensuring high coverage and quality.
* Define and manage test plans, timelines, and resource allocation across projects.
* Champion a shift-left approach and work closely with developers, product managers, and UX designers.
* Oversee and contribute to the development of automated and manual test cases.
* Ensure high-quality releases for mobile applications and device-level systems.
* Report on QA metrics, release readiness, and risks to stakeholders.


Technical Requirements

* Hands-on experience testing mobile apps and/or embedded/device-based software.
* Strong scripting/coding experience in one or more of the following:
* C, C#, C++, JavaScript, Python.
* Experience with test automation frameworks and CI/CD tools.
* Strong understanding of QA methodologies and lifecycle.
* ISTQB certification (preferred).


What You Bring

* Proven experience leading or mentoring QA/test teams.
* A strategic mindset, with the ability to set goals and drive performance.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
* Confidence working in fast-paced, agile environments with cross-functional teams.


What’s in it for You

* 💼 Up to £65,000 salary (depending on experience)
* 🏖 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
* 🏥 Private healthcare
* 🏠 Hybrid working: 3 days onsite in Cardiff, 2 days from home
* 🌱 A real opportunity to shape QA strategy and grow your leadership career


If you're a technically skilled test professional ready to take the next step into a leadership and strategy-focused role, we’d love to hear from you.