Role & seniority: QA Lead (senior) overseeing QA strategy and execution across multiple projects and regions.

Stack/tools: Automation frameworks; CI/CD integration; shift-left testing; API testing (strategies, tools, contract-first); performance testing; Core Java, C#, JavaScript, SQL; collaboration with infrastructure and security teams.

Top 3 responsibilities

Define and drive QA strategy and execution aligned with business and architectural goals.
Evolve test automation frameworks, CI/CD quality gates, and shift-left testing; standardize tools and practices across teams.
Mentor QA engineers and foster technical excellence; promote modern testing methodologies; ensure performance and security testing standards.

Must-have skills

7+ years of software testing experience; proven leadership of QA strategy across teams.
Expertise in automation frameworks, CI/CD integration, and shift-left testing.
Strong API testing knowledge (tools, strategies, contract-first); experience with performance testing and bottleneck analysis.
Proficiency in Core Java, C#, JavaScript, and SQL.

Nice-to-haves

Experience standardizing testing practices across global teams; collaboration with infrastructure and security functions; exposure to multi-region projects.

Location & work type

Location: not specified
Work type: not specified

Full Description

Join us in shaping the future of quality assurance, where your expertise will drive innovation and excellence across global projects. This is your opportunity to lead transformative QA initiatives, working with cutting-edge technologies and collaborating with highly skilled teams across multiple regions. You will be empowered to influence strategy, mentor talented engineers, and introduce modern testing methodologies that directly impact the success of our products. FE fundinfo is a leading financial data provider, connecting the investment industry across the UK, Europe, and Asia-Pacific through an integrated platform. Our skilled team empowers clients with data-driven insights, making the industry Navigate Complexity with Confidence! Our culture is built on continuous learning, with opportunities to expand your skills through training and exposure to diverse projects.

Your key responsibilities as a QA Lead will include

Leading QA strategy and execution across projects, ensuring alignment with business and architectural goals.
Defining and evolving test automation frameworks and CI/CD quality gates to promote shift-left testing.
Mentoring QA engineers and fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.
Standardising tools, environments, and best practices across teams to ensure consistency and automation maturity.
Driving the adoption of modern testing methodologies to improve speed, effectiveness, and maintainability.
Collaborating with infrastructure and security teams to define and enforce performance and security testing standards.

You will need the following experience and skills to join us as a QA Lead

You must have at least 7 years of experience in software testing, including leading QA strategy across teams.
You will have proven expertise in automation frameworks, CI/CD integration, and shift-left testing.
You should have strong knowledge of API testing strategies, tools, and contract-first approaches.
You will bring experience in performance testing, including bottleneck analysis and collaboration with infrastructure teams.
You must be proficient in Core Java, C#, JavaScript, and SQL
Apply now and we'll aim to get back to you with feedback within 5 working days.

QA Lead - 1 year contract