Lead QA manager

Lead QA manager role in Cardiff, United Kingdom. You'll work hybrid, full-time, earning £60,000 to £70,000 per year. This is a permanent opening for someone ready to shape quality assurance across Agile teams.

Why this role, now

This Lead QA manager role puts you at the centre of quality assurance for multiple Agile delivery teams. You'll define and drive QA strategies, standards, and best practices, making a real impact on software quality. Success means leading QA Engineers, embedding automation, and ensuring release readiness.

You'll join a collaborative environment where your expertise in Jira, Azure DevOps, and TestRail will be valued. The company is committed to continuous improvement and welcomes your analytical and problem-solving skills. If you're ready to influence quality standards and mentor others, this is your chance.

Your impact

Your day to day as Lead QA manager will be varied and impactful.

• You will define and implement QA strategies, standards, and best practices.
• You will lead and mentor QA Engineers through test planning and execution.
• You will drive test automation and integrate testing into CI/CD pipelines.
• You will manage defect triage and quality reporting, collaborating with stakeholders.
• You will identify areas for improvement and maintain rigorous quality standards.

What you will bring

Must have

• Proficiency with Jira, Azure DevOps, and TestRail.
• Experience with Selenium, Cypress, or Playwright automation frameworks.
• Experience leading QA teams in Agile environments.

Nice to have

• Stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience in Financial Services, FinTech, or Enterprise Software.
• Cloud application, accessibility, or usability testing.

The package

You'll earn £60,000 to £70,000 per year in this permanent, full-time role.

Hybrid working in Cardiff, United Kingdom, with a collaborative team.

Start date is 20 nov 2026.

You'll have the chance to develop your skills and influence quality standards.

Sound like you? Apply now

Apply through our website if you're ready to lead quality assurance and drive change as Lead QA manager. Our expert workforce consultants will be in touch to discuss your fit for this role.

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