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The main mission of a test and validation engineer is to verify if a new IT product (software, equipment, system, etc.) complies with requirements. For this, they must learn about the product specifications and standards that are imposed on it. To verify a product's compliance, the validation engineer will create different testing tools to specify and define all points to be checked. They must perform tests until each point is validated. Once all tests are completed, the validation engineer will report the results precisely.
Then, they deliver the validated IT product (software, equipment, system, etc.) to the client and provide support to ensure its proper functioning.
The test and validation engineer works within study management teams or the technical department. Even though teamwork is very present, the validation engineer must be autonomous and rigorous. They must have good interpersonal skills to be able to discuss, in a thoughtful and diplomatic way, with the development team about potential errors in order to reach a solution quickly and provide the client with a product that perfectly meets their expectations.
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QA Automation Architect – Maidenhead We require a seasoned QA professional with 5 to 10 years proven track record of software testing. A seasoned QA automation architect with experience in continuous delivery We are looking at 3 or more large-scale implementations of QAA/CD in large organization Ability to articulate a vision in automation and execute against it Comfortable communication at CxO level Has previously worked with nearshore teams Has clear and deep understanding of overall Software Development processes. Understands clearly where, when and how quality checks are required to be built in through the SDLC and has prior experience in building such quality practices. Is motivated to drive quality process improvements in a holistic manner. Has experience in structuring and recommending such improvements that include various segments of the organization that may or may not be under his direct influence. Experience in implementing quality process improvements by analyzing existing QA maturity models, measure the process and provide a solution/deployment approach based on the gaps. Solid experience in working on multi-tier architectures complex applications. Has extensive experience in working on automation tools e.g Selenium webdriver, Docker, Cucumber or related source tools. Hands-on experience in setting up an automation framework and continuous automation and regression testing process. Good experience in continuous delivery and integration process with tools like Jenkins, Maven. Good experience in working with distributed teams in Agile development methodologies. Should have experience with effective metrics collection, analysis and suggest corrective actions. This is a 6 month contract based in Maidenhead. Rate is negotiable. Please send you CV to us in Word format.
Role: Senior QA analyst Rate: Outside IR35 Location: Remote with occasional travel to Croydon Duration: Till end of March initially with extensions SC clearance required Job Overview We are looking for an experienced SailPoint IAM Senior Test Analyst to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for planning, preparing and executing SailPoint IAM Application functional and Automation testing. You will work closely with Network & Infrastructure, Application Development and Business teams to successfully onboard applications using SailPoint Integration with ServiceNow solution. Key Responsibilities · Functional and Automation testing Identity Access Management applications · Functional and Automation testing SailPoint Application Onboarding Process · Testing integration with ServiceNow · Testing integration with Active Directory · Test management and Defect management in JIRA · Work with BAs, PMs, Engineers in test Planning, Execution and document test evidence · Manage UAT with stakeholders and BAU teams Requirements Essential: · Functional and Automation testing experience of SailPoint Identity Access Management · Experience in testing JML and review process in SailPoint · Functional and Automation testing of Application onboarding process · Automation testing experience with strong programming skills using Playwright, Selenium, Cypress, Python, Specflow and Java · Lead the design, development and implementation of Automation frameworks and structure automation test suites of maintainable automated tests · Network and Infrastructure Testing experience · Application Operational Acceptance Testing experience · Test Assurance experience · Experience in testing Cloud platform · Experience in Accessibility Testing · Understanding of Testing Life Cycle, Testing Process and Test Assurance · Strong test design, development and documentation skills · Flexible on working hours to vary according to work demands · Excellent written and verbal communication skills · Quick learner Desirable: · Experience in Security Testing · Experience in Non Functional Testing · ISTQB certified Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.
Role: Ai Tester Rate: Inside IR35 Location: Remote with occasional travel to Croydon Duration: 6 - months initially SC Clearance or Eligible Job Spec for AI Tester: -Strong understanding of machine learning concepts , algorithms and deep learning models to effectively test AI applications. -Strong understanding of use cases such as classification, text generation, text summarisation. -Good understanding of data quality and pipelines(Data and ML Pipelines) -Software testing experience with focus on AI testing , AI test planning including creation of AI test strategies and test plans. -Experience with testing Generative AI and Natural Language Processing(NLP) systems. -Experience in model evaluation and model testing. -Experience with model stacking and model integration testing of AI Machine Learning models for Quality, Robustness, and Performance. -Experience of Machine Learning testing for anomaly detection using Python libraries -Familiarity with AI frameworks and tools like TensorFlow, Pytorch, Keera or similar. -Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java or others used in AI. -Experience testing with models such as BERT, Meta LLAMA and XGBOOST. -Strong understanding of model evaluations including model overfitting and underfitting. -Experience with API testing on endpoints and data exchange formats -Experience with version control systems like GIT to manage and track changes to AI codebase. -Familiarity with metrics related to model classifications and an ability to analyse dashboard provided by cloud native services. -Understanding of cloud computing platforms like AWS and Azure. -Effective communication to work collaboratively with cross functional teams including developers and data scientists. Key AI areas & models used in Automation Centre: -Azure models specific to Classification : XGBOOST -AWS Sagemaker specific to Summarisation : Meta LLAMA 30B -Hugging face models on Azure -BERT for text generation or data creation LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.
2 Level Application Support Engineer We are looking for a experienced technical engineer to join our growing Equities business. The platform you will be looking after is used by multiple trading desks servicing a diverse set of clients and instruments. As part of the wider platform team you will be working closely Developers along with technical, analysis and testing colleagues. Investigation and resolution of the work items at hand will require competent technical skills and a keen intellect. The business is a growth area, with current investments taking place in all of the technology, business and middle office areas. Primary Responsibilities: Monitor application components. Global support and includes weekend availability to troubleshoot production related issues and perform checkouts. Expertise in operating windows and Linux environment with good command over any scripting language such as Shell, Perl, Python, etc. Knowledge of configuration Management systems such as Ansible. Strong Knowledge of CI tools such Bamboo or Jenkins. Ability to work both independently and in groups in an energetic, diverse environment. Debugging the system and fixing the production related issues. Handles complex operational tasks and recommends process and technology changes. Build monitor tools for production environments. Expedient deployment of new systems. Capacity planning and support for increasing volumes and business growth. Knowledge of networking and storage concepts. Escalate / follow-up on permanent fix for development related issues. Provide solutions for application automation. Manage communication of system and application outages to the end users whenever required. Resolve complex application and technical problems. Build, test and install software in Dev, QA, Prod/DR environment. Support complex efforts involving Analysis, Design, Development and testing of various application components Desired Experience/ Skills: Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Computer Science, Engineering, or Mathematics Previous career roles in Support Analyst coupled with experience within the Financial industry at least 3+ yrs. Expertise in operating windows and Linux environment with good command over any scripting language such as Shell, Perl, Python, etc. Basic knowledge of infrastructure concepts. Nice to understand Devops tools such Bamboo or Jenkins. Hands-on experience in support of a real-time trading environment. Knowledge of support applications that use high-performance messaging/middleware. Strong analytical, and verbal and written communication skills. Strong Knowledge of FIX protocol. Java, C#, C++ development skills set, nice plus. Personal Attributes Good communication skills, including the ability to write clearly. Able to function effectively as a member of a team. Proactive with respect to personal and technical development. The position is based in the City London. The duration of this contract is 12 months. The rate for this assignment is circa £400 per day. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with you daily rate in GBP and availability.
Automation Test Lead 6 Month contract initially Based: London - 3 Days on site Rate: £350 - £400 p/d (via Umbrella company) We have a great opportunity with a world leading organisation where you will be provided with all of the support and development to succeed. A progressive organisation where you can really make a difference. We have a great opportunity for an Automation Test Lead to join the team. Our client, a global leading organisation, works in the AFC (Anti financial Crime) area. This role is instrumental in deciding the scope of the work for 2026 from customer point of view as the candidate currently working holds full control of the QA space of the project. Key Responsibilities: * QA Automation Engineer and automation delivery for Anti-Financial Crime and Data platforms. * Design and maintain hybrid automation frameworks for API (Karate DSL, Rest Assured), UI (Selenium, Playwright), and regression testing. * Validate multi-source data flows across 10+ upstream systems (party, transaction, account data) integrated with AFC Search (BigQuery/GCP) and Videris (OSINT investigations). * Manage UAT engagement with case management teams (L1/L2), preparing packs, training users, and ensuring smooth sign-offs. * Run daily defect triage and war rooms, driving RCA and production readiness. * Integrate automation into CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, Git, Bitbucket with reusable regression packs. * Deliver testing for AML/KYC, screening, transaction monitoring, GDPR, and MiFID-related change programmes. * Mentor teams Key Skills & Experience: * Ideally 10+ years of QA experience, with 5+ years in QA Automation Lead or equivalent role. * Strong expertise in Playwright, Selenium (Java), Karate DSL, Tosca, Postman. * Hands-on SQL expertise for complex joins, reconciliation, and ETL validation. * Experience managing multi-country delivery teams across UK, India, Romania, and US. * Strong knowledge of UAT/SIT management, release readiness, and production support. * CI/CD pipeline integration with Jenkins, Git, Bitbucket, and automation reporting dashboards. * Familiarity with Agile/SAFe delivery and tools (Jira, Confluence, ServiceNow). This is an excellent opportunity on a great project of work, If you are looking for your next exciting opportunity, apply now for your CV to reach me directly, we will respond as soon as possible. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.
Role Summary We're seeking an experienced Product Owner with a strong software product background to lead the evolution of a suite of mobile, web, and client applications. You'll collaborate closely with stakeholders, architects, and cross-functional Agile teams to define clear product outcomes, craft user-centric requirements, and ship high-quality, scalable features. While the domain includes warehousing and field service operations, this role is primarily software-focused : product strategy, UX, integration, platform architecture, quality, and data-driven decision-making. What You'll Do Product Strategy & Discovery Partner with stakeholders to understand customer problems and map end‑to‑end user journeys across mobile, web, and client apps. Translate insights into prioritised product roadmaps , release plans, and measurable outcomes (OKRs/KPIs). Drive discovery activities (user research, hypothesis framing, spikes, proofs‑of‑concept) and validate solutions through iterative experimentation. Requirements & Design Convert business and technical needs into well-formed epics, features, and user stories with clear acceptance criteria. Apply UX principles to define intuitive workflows and interfaces; produce wireframes and low‑fi mockups to align teams quickly. Collaborate with architects on solution design: API contracts, data models, event flows , and non-functional requirements (security, performance, scalability). Agile Delivery & Backlog Ownership Act as Product Owner for one or more Agile squads, owning the product backlog , grooming regularly, and ensuring clarity and priority. Provide day-to-day guidance on requirements, edge cases, and dependencies; unblock teams swiftly and reduce ambiguity. Participate in increment planning, sprint planning, stand‑ups, reviews, and retrospectives ; ensure commitments tie to outcomes. Quality, Testing & Release Readiness Champion quality from the start, collaborating with QA/engineers to define Acceptance Criteria and Acceptance Tests (BDD). Support automated testing strategies (unit, integration, contract, end‑to‑end), test data readiness, and release validation. Ensure features meet accessibility and performance standards, and are instrumented for observability (logging, metrics, tracing). Platform & Integration Work with engineering on API-first design , reliable integrations (e.g., EDI/REST/GraphQL), and data interoperability. Support the evolution of platform capabilities across identity/auth, role-based access, configuration, and tenancy models. Align delivery with DevOps/CI‑CD practices , feature flags, rollout strategies, and secure-by-default principles. Stakeholder Engagement Communicate product vision and progress clearly to business partners and senior stakeholders; run demos and gather feedback. Where needed, engage directly with customers to lead discovery sessions and validate solutions. Ensure all deliverables align with brand and UX guidelines, and maintain consistent standards across products. Key Outcomes (First 6-12 Months) A clear, outcomes-led product roadmap for core applications and platform capabilities. Consistently shippable increments with traceable value (e.g., reduced cycle time, improved NPS/CSAT, lower support tickets). Improved requirements quality , with fewer rework cycles and stronger alignment between UX, engineering, and QA. Robust acceptance testing and automation coverage for new features; measurable uptick in release confidence. Well-defined API and data contracts that simplify integrations and reduce friction for downstream systems. Required Skills & Experience (Software-Focused) Experience as a Product Owner (or similar: Product Analyst, Product Designer) within Agile software development teams. Demonstrable ability to design high-quality user journeys , with strong UX instincts and practical wireframing skills. Proven strength in requirements analysis and solution design , including acceptance criteria and edge-case handling. Experience with process mapping and optimisation; able to simplify complex workflows into intuitive product experiences. Confidence working across API design, data models , and integration patterns (e.g., EDI, REST, event-driven). Excellent communication skills; able to align distributed teams and present to senior stakeholders. Hands-on collaboration with QA on BDD , acceptance tests, and release readiness. Self-directed, detail-oriented, and outcomes-driven . Desirable Skills & Tools Exposure to software architectures: microservices , event-driven systems, multi-tenancy , and secure authentication/authorisation. Familiarity with modern stacks (examples only; not mandatory): Frontend: React, Angular, Vue; design systems and component libraries Mobile: React Native, Flutter, native iOS/Android Backend: Node.js, .NET, Java (Spring), Python APIs & Messaging: REST/GraphQL, gRPC, Kafka/RabbitMQ Data: SQL/NoSQL, data modelling, analytics/observability DevOps: CI/CD pipelines, containers (Docker/K8s), IaC (Terraform), feature flags Testing: BDD (Cucumber/SpecFlow), contract testing (Pact), automation frameworks Experience with WMS/FSL concepts is helpful, but the emphasis is on software product delivery. Experience working remotely with cross-functional teams and driving alignment across time zones. To find out more about Computer Futures please visit Computer Futures, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales
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Frequently asked questions about working as a Test and QA Engineer (Tester)
What is the role of a Test and QA Engineer (Tester)
The test and validation engineer ensures that a product complies with current standards and original specifications. In practice, they perform tests on computer applications, CD-ROMs, websites, office software...
How much does a Test and QA Engineer (Tester) charge
The average salary of a test and validation engineer is between £4000 and £6000. The daily rate of a test and validation engineer is £500.
What is the definition of a Test and QA Engineer (Tester)
The test and validation engineer is not only responsible for compliance with specifications. He is the guarantor of the safety and technical reliability of a product. He is particularly responsible for detecting any anomalies related to the operation of an application or software by performing computer tests. He then draws up an assessment of the detected errors and proposes corrective measures. The validation engineer must also test the modifications made to the software or application.
This IT professional is known by other titles such as:
•Test and validation analyst;
•Test and validation engineer;
•Test engineer;
•Test and trials engineer;
•Quality engineer;
•Functional validation engineer.
What type of mission can a Test and QA Engineer (Tester) handle
•Writing test programs;
•Analysis of specifications;
•Design of test tools;
•Conducting tests through operational simulations;
•Identification of potential detected malfunctions and their causes;
•Assessment of their impacts on the final product;
•Performing additional tests by subjecting the product to various constraints (humidity, temperature, shock...);
•Establishment of a detailed report of observed anomalies;
•Proposal of preventive and corrective measures;
•Development of an improvement plan;
•Technology watch on test processes and tools.
What are the main skills of a Test and QA Engineer (Tester)
To pursue a career as a test and validation engineer, it is necessary to possess certain personal qualities. The essential soft skills are as follows:
•Rigor;
•Diplomacy;
•Organizational skills;
•Team spirit;
•Autonomy;
•Writing abilities;
•Good analytical, synthesis and adaptation skills.
Good to know: the validation engineer may be required to be on call. In other words, candidates must demonstrate availability. Indeed, working nights, holidays and weekends may be more or less frequent.
What is the ideal profile for a Test and QA Engineer (Tester)
The essential soft skills are as follows:
•Rigor;
•Diplomacy;
•Organizational skills;
•Team spirit;
•Autonomy;
•Writing skills;
•Good analytical, synthesis and adaptation abilities.
Good to know: the validation engineer may be required to be on call. In other words, candidates must demonstrate availability. Indeed, working at night, during holidays and weekends can be more or less frequent.
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