Software Test Lead / Manager - Glasgow / Central Scotland - Hybrid - IMMEDIATE START - #1781762

Company Description

Help us to achieve our goal to be the global leader in total quality services.

With your help we will achieve this by delivering Total Quality 360, a comprehensive suite of cutting-edge services which combine quality engineering, cyber security, conformance & interoperability and content quality to deliver end-to-end total quality solutions.

Here at Resillion, our culture is based on an ‘if you see something, say something’ attitude where we take responsibility. It’s one where we expect to adapt and embrace change as the company grows. It’s based on recognising the individual worth of every one of our employees and developing their skills to keep us all at the forefront of our industry.

Above all, it’s a culture where we’re passionate about what we do, and we’re committed to the greater good of the company.

If you would like to be part of our journey, then this role may be the one for you.

Job Description

Software Test Lead - Permanent Position

Location - Glasgow / Central Scotland / Hybrid

MUST BE IMMEDIATELY AVAILABLE

• PLEASE NOTE - DUE TO BACKGROUND CHECKS, WE REQUIRE A MINIMUM OF 3 YEARS ADDRESS HISTORY IN THE UK **
  
  

The Project requires a Full Time Test Lead to ensure that this key, custom built system is robustly tested before it can be launched in November 25.

Principal Accountabilities

• Define and maintain a comprehensive test strategy and test plans across all IT delivery areas, including application development, infrastructure changes, and data integrations.
• Lead and manage a team of SME’s within the business ensuring clarity of roles, responsibilities, and expectations.
• Lead and support the SME’s to define and create test scripts
• Oversee test preparation, execution, defect management, and test reporting activities
• Establish test governance processes and quality gates in collaboration with project and programme management teams.
• Work with delivery partners and third-party vendors to review and align their testing approaches, ensuring integration with the overall test strategy.
• Define and track quality metrics and KPIs to assess release readiness and ensure continuous improvement.
• Provide testing management information and progress updates to key stakeholders
• Act as the point of escalation for all testing-related issues and risks, and support timely resolution of blockers
• Ensure compliance with organisational standards, industry good practices, and regulatory requirements relevant to quality assurance and software testing
  
  

Qualifications, Skills And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of hands-on testing experience, including at least 3 years in a Test Lead role.
• Demonstrated experience managing testing across complex IT landscapes – including enterprise applications, infrastructure upgrades/migrations, and data platforms
• Strong working knowledge of both functional and non-functional testing (e.g., performance, security, disaster recovery).
• Experience with multi-vendor and third-party delivery models.
• Solid understanding of Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid delivery methodologies.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills with the ability to influence technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong leadership and team management skills; capable of motivating and organising teams under pressure.
• Analytical and detail-oriented mindset with a strong focus on quality and risk mitigation.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and delivery streams concurrently.
• Confident in test estimation, planning, scheduling, and resource forecasting.
• Comfortable working with test management and defect tracking tools i.e. Azure DevOps
• Experience in the transportation, travel, or logistics industry is desirable
  
  

Additional Information

By fostering a workplace that is inclusive and welcoming, we aim to harness the full potential of our diverse team. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply, as we believe that a variety of perspectives leads to better decision-making and more effective problem-solving.

Additional Information

What do we offer you?

• No boring routine, but a new challenge every day.
• The opportunity to learn new things and contribute to innovative projects with the latest technologies and tools.
• A close-knit team of motivated professionals eager to share their knowledge.
• Good employment conditions, including:
• Based on your interests, priorities, flexibility, work-life balance, as well as your expertise, experience, and ambitions, we will determine which compensation package suits you.
• Permanent contract.
• Abundant knowledge sharing, inspiration sessions, and training, which you can follow and/or give.
• An open and warm company culture with around 500 and growing (international) professional colleagues.
• Large projects in both the public and private sectors with a focus on technological innovation.
• A personal training budget to enhance your skills and dedicated days to develop them. Because as we grow, you grow.
• Regular team events such as after-work drinks or other team initiatives.
• Ownership to take charge of your own projects and create real change.
• Job security through a strong team, stable projects, continuous innovations, and ongoing growth.