Lead QA – Cox Automotive Europe (6 Month FTC)
Location: Leeds or Manchester Hybrid (UK-based)
Lead Quality Assurance for a Greenfield Platform that will shape the future of automotive technology
At Cox Automotive Europe, we're building a Connected Platform that will unify all Cox systems, giving customers a single view of their assets. This is a Greenfield product, designed to be the technology foundation for the next decade and beyond.
We're looking for a Lead QA who is passionate about quality, release management, and continuous delivery to join our innovative Product Engineering team.
What You'll Do
* Own and manage the release test plan, ensuring predictable delivery cycles aligned with roadmap milestones.
* Lead and coordinate multi-team software delivery, driving integration alignment and smooth go-live execution.
* Develop and implement test strategies for comprehensive coverage across multiple workloads.
* Facilitate cross-team alignment and escalate blockers proactively.
* Promote automation-first practices and continuous improvement in QA processes.
* Provide actionable feedback to development teams and keep senior leadership informed.
* Mentor QA team members and foster a culture of quality.
Key Skills
* Proven experience in multi-team delivery coordination and QA leadership.
* Strong understanding of release management, CI/CD pipelines, and change control.
* Experience in Agile environments and building product roadmaps.
* Knowledge of QA techniques, modern software engineering practices, and risk management.
Desirable: API testing (Postman/SoapUI), web technologies, database knowledge, and experience with complex integrations.
Why Join Cox Automotive Europe?
* Work on a Greenfield platform using cutting-edge technologies.
* Be part of a global leader in automotive solutions.
* Enjoy a flexible hybrid working model, competitive salary, and excellent benefits.
* Collaborate in a culture that values innovation, creativity, and professional growth.
Ready to lead quality for the future of automotive technology?
Apply now and join Cox Automotive Europe
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Who we are
Cox Automotive is the world's largest automotive service organisation. We
provide dependable solutions that improve performance and profitability
throughout the vehicle lifecycle to manufacturers, fleets, and retailers.
Our businesses are organised around our customers' core needs across vehicle
solutions, mobility, remarketing, funding, and retail.
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Testimonials
Aneliese Platts
Senior Designer
"The people that work here are what sets Cox Automotive apart. We genuinely work as a team, and I feel the same level of support everywhere in the business. Working here is like a family away from home, but most importantly we have fun whilst doing it"
Ann Fairbanks
Executive PA & Business Support
"I wouldn't be where I am today without Cox Automotive. The company has real culture of learning, pushing the boundaries and making YOU better. It's all built on strong values that are more than just words, they're acted on every single day."
Gemma Hepple
National Operations Manager
"In my nine years here, Cox Automotive has allowed me to learn, grow and hone my skills. There's a real commitment to inclusion and diversity and today I am proud to be in what was historically perceived to be a 'man's' role."
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