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Lead Software Developer in Test

London💼 Full-time🗓 2026-09-28 → 2026-09-29

Core

Lead quality engineering for iGaming and Rewards product teams, defining test strategy and building automation frameworks to ensure high-quality software delivery.

Role type

Lead Software Developer in Test (Quality Engineering Lead)

Builds

Automated testing frameworks, CI pipelines, and test data environments for web front ends and APIs.

Domain

Affiliate marketing, iGaming, and digital comparison services.

Required skills

TypeScript, JavaScript, Playwright, Cypress, CI/CD (GitHub Actions), Docker, test strategy design, performance testing, coaching developers

Preferred skills

Contract testing (Pact), load testing (k6, Artillery), AI coding assistants, observability data analysis, visual regression testing, accessibility testing

Technologies

Playwright, TypeScript, Cypress, GitHub Actions, Docker, k6, Artillery, Pact

Responsibilities

Define test strategy across the full testing pyramid; build and own automation frameworks for web and APIs; optimize CI feedback speed and reliability; coach developers on test ownership; set up realistic test data and environments; introduce performance and load testing; collaborate with product managers on testable acceptance criteria; track quality metrics to guide investment decisions.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities

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