Lead/Senior QA Engineer (Tester)
Location: East Midlands (1 / 2 days a month)
Salary: up to £65k DOE Plus Benefits
Industry: Software
Role: Lead /Senior Tester /QA Engineer
Ready to make your mark in a fast‑moving tech company that's redefining how software is built, tested, and delivered? We're looking for a Lead QA Engineer who is passionate about quality, automation, and innovation, and who thrives in a collaborative, high‑energy environment.
This is your chance to join a team trusted by global clients for delivering cutting‑edge solutions that leave outdated systems in the dust. Our technology is lean, powerful, and built for scale; but it's our people who make the real difference. If you're driven by impact, love solving complex problems, and want to work with brilliant minds, this is the place for you.
What You'll Do:
* Be the go‑to QA expert for your team or product domain, leading strategy and execution.
* Collaborate with engineers, architects, and product leaders to embed quality into every stage of development.
* Build and evolve automation frameworks that power fast, reliable releases.
* Own QA environments and ensure they mirror real‑world conditions.
* Drive test coverage, tool selection, and continuous improvement across the board.
* Mentor and inspire QA engineers, helping them grow and thrive.
* Play a key role in release decisions, balancing speed with risk.
* Represent QA in stakeholder conversations and recruitment efforts.
* Champion a culture of excellence, innovation, and teamwork.
What You Bring:
* Deep experience in Agile testing environments, with strong CI/CD and DevOps knowledge.
* Experience with cloud‑based software (Azure, AWS).
* Expertise in automation at API and UI levels, ideally within microservice architectures.
* Experience with Selenium, Postman, Playwright and both manual and automated testing.
* Solid programming skills in .NET, C#, JavaScript; bonus points for experience in React or Angular.
* Experience in performance, security, and other non‑functional testing areas.
* A natural coach and communicator, able to lead with empathy and clarity.
* Bonus points for certifications in Agile or software testing.
Soft Skills That Set You Apart:
* You tackle challenges head‑on and inspire others to do the same.
* You’re approachable, persuasive, and confident in front of senior stakeholders.
* You think analytically, act strategically, and prioritise effectively.
* You bring energy, positivity, and a passion for building great software.
Why Join Them?
Because with this company your ideas matter. Your growth matters. And your work will directly shape the future of our products and the experience of our clients. We're not just building software—we're building something better.
Only candidates already in the UK with the relevant work permits will be considered. This role cannot currently sponsor visas.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers.
Privacy Notice
By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, is available on the Modis website.
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