About this role
Our client, a leading organisation in the technology and insurance sector, is seeking a Principal Test Engineer to provide technical leadership across complex technology programmes. This permanent role offers a hybrid working pattern, with two days per week based in the London, Bournemouth or Stockport office, alongside flexible working options.
Key Responsibilities: Lead the end-to-end software testing lifecycle across large-scale programmes, including planning, estimation, execution, defect management and reportingOwn testing strategy, governance and delivery across multiple projects, ensuring consistent and effective quality assuranceDesign and evolve scalable test automation frameworks, promoting automation standards, continuous integration and modern engineering practicesAct as a recognised test engineering authority, providing technical leadership and guidance on testing standards and best practiceDrive quality across complex distributed systems, including microservices, APIs, cloud-based environments and multi-system integrationsInfluence senior stakeholders, architects, developers and product teams on requirements, testability, design decisions and launch readinessLead non-functional testing strategies covering performance, accessibility and security, while researching emerging and AI-powered testing solutionsCoach and mentor test engineers, contributing to communities of practice and the continued development of test engineering capability Job Requirements: Significant experience leading testing and quality engineering across large-scale, complex technology programmesRecognised expertise in test engineering, software testing, test automation and modern quality practicesAdvanced experience designing automation frameworks and embedding testing within CI/CD pipelinesStrong technical capability in a modern programming language, with experience testing APIs, microservices and distributed systemsExperience defining and implementing testing strategies, governance frameworks and enterprise-wide quality standardsStrong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders and collaborate with third-party partnersUnderstanding of non-functional testing, including performance, accessibility and security testingA proven ability to coach and develop test engineering talent, alongside an interest in innovation and AI-enabled testing practices Benefits: Performance-related bonus schemeEmployer pension contributionsComprehensive health insurance with access to rewards and wellbeing benefitsLife assuranceHybrid and flexible working arrangementsProfessional development, career progression and opportunities to contribute to technical communitiesA supportive culture focused on wellbeing, inclusion, learning and continuous improvementOpportunities to contribute to a purpose-driven organisation and make a positive impact on society If you are a Principal Test Engineer with expertise in software testing, automation framework design and quality strategy leadership, apply now to help shape reliable, scalable technology solutions across a range of customer journeys.