Test Lead – GDS, Playwright, JavaScript, Azure DevOps

Test Lead – GDS, Playwright, JavaScript, Azure DevOps

Posted 1 day ago by 1749807651

£340 Per day
Outside
Hybrid
London

Summary: The role of Test Lead involves leading testing efforts for a consultancy, focusing on public sector projects. The ideal candidate will have expertise in GDS, Playwright, JavaScript, and Azure DevOps, and will work closely with a key end client. Responsibilities include test automation, security testing, and CI/CD integration. The position offers a hybrid working arrangement with a competitive daily rate.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead testing efforts within the public sector.
  • Implement Government Digital Standards (GDS) in testing processes.
  • Automate tests using Playwright with JavaScript.
  • Conduct compatibility testing using Browserstack.
  • Perform security testing with OWASP ZAP.
  • Execute performance testing, preferably with JMeter.
  • Integrate CI/CD for test automation.
  • Manage tests and defects using Azure DevOps.
  • Utilize BDD Framework (Cucumber) in testing.
  • Ensure eligibility for SC clearance.

Key Skills:

  • Experience as a Test Lead in the public sector.
  • Knowledge of Government Digital Standards (GDS).
  • Test automation expertise with Playwright and JavaScript.
  • Proficiency in Browserstack for compatibility testing.
  • Experience in security testing with OWASP ZAP.
  • Performance testing knowledge, preferably with JMeter.
  • CI/CD integration experience for test automation.
  • Proficiency in Azure DevOps for test management.
  • Experience with BDD Framework (Cucumber).
  • Eligible for SC clearance.

Salary (Rate): £340 daily

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Test Lead – GDS, Playwright, JavaScript, Azure DevOps
Up to £340 PD (Outside IR35)
6 Month Contract
London / Remote Working

I am currently working with an instantly recognisable consultancy who require a Test Lead with experience of, GDS, Playwright, JavaScript, Azure DevOps and Browserstack, to work closely with a key end client.

Must Haves for the role:

  • Working background as a Test Lead within the public sector
  • Previous experience with Government Digital Standards (GDS)
  • Demonstrable experience in Test Automation using Playwright with JavaScript
  • Expertise in Browserstack for use in compatibility testing
  • Previous experience in security testing with OWASP ZAP
  • Performance testing knowledge (JMeter preferred)
  • Experience in CI/CD Integration for Test Automation
  • Azure DevOps proficiency for Test Management and defect tracking
  • Working experience of BDD Framework (Cucumber)
  • Eligible for SC clearance

Nice to have:

  • Immediately available
  • Current BPSS clearance
  • Familiarity with accessibility testing to ensure compliance standards with WCAG.

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