Job Description

Posted 2 weeks ago

Senior/Project QA Lead (AWS, Java, React) – Public Sector

£550 per day | Inside IR35 | 6 months | Telford (2x monthly) | BPSS clearance

Seeking a Senior QA Lead to drive quality across a large AWS‑based modernisation programme.

This is a hands‑on leadership role – setting QA direction, embedding automation, and confidently challenging stakeholders and delivery teams.

Tech:

AWS (Kubernetes), Java / Spring Boot, React, GitLab CI/CD, Playwright, OWASP, Gatling

Role:

Lead QA strategy and delivery across multiple teams
Drive automation and modern QA practices
Embed repeatable frameworks and standards
Own test planning, risk, and reporting
Provide hands‑on support and challenge where needed

You:

Senior QA / Test Lead in AWS / cloud environments
Experience with Java and React applications
Strong automation and CI/CD knowledge
Confident pushing back and influencing at senior levelOnboarding expected to take up to 4 weeks max – candidates must be ready to deliver quickly.

This is a high‑impact role driving quality in a fast‑moving, cloud‑native programme