Overview
A technology-focused organisation based in Coventry is seeking an experienced Lead Test Engineer to take ownership of quality assurance across a suite of C#/.NET applications and API-driven services.
This is a hands-on leadership role, offering a blend of technical testing and team leadership within a collaborative, engineering-led environment.
Role
As Lead Test Engineer, you'll be responsible for defining and driving the testing strategy while remaining actively involved in day-to-day testing activities. You'll work closely with software engineers, product owners, and stakeholders to ensure high-quality delivery across backend systems and APIs.
Details
Location: Coventry (Hybrid Working)
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 DOE + bonus & benefits
Visa Sponsorship: Not available
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and own the testing strategy for C#/.NET software
* Hands-on testing across backend applications and APIs
* Design, execute, and maintain manual and automated test cases
* API testing using Postman (collections, environments, automation)
* Review requirements and ensure robust test coverage
* Identify, track, and manage defects through to resolution
* Mentor and support junior and mid-level QA engineers
* Champion QA best practices, tools, and processes
* Collaborate within an Agile/Scrum delivery environment
Essential Skills & Experience
* Proven experience as a Lead or Senior Test Engineer
* Strong experience testing C#/NET applications
* Solid API testing experience using Postman
* Strong understanding of QA methodologies and SDLC
* Experience working in Agile environments
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Desirable Skills
* Test automation experience
* CI/CD and DevOps exposure
* Microservices or distributed systems testing
* SQL or database testing experience
What’s On Offer
* £55,000 - £65,000 DOE salary
* Annual bonus
* Comprehensive benefits package
* Hybrid working model
* Opportunity to shape QA strategy and standards
* Clear progression and long-term career development
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