
Test Lead - GDS, Playwright, JavaScript, Azure DevOps
Posted 2 weeks ago by Hays Specialist Recruitment on JobServe
Job Description: The role of Test Lead involves overseeing testing processes for a consultancy, focusing on GDS, Playwright, JavaScript, and Azure DevOps. The position requires collaboration with a key end client and emphasizes experience in public sector testing. The contract is for six months and offers a competitive daily rate. The role allows for remote working options alongside London-based responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead testing efforts within the public sector.
- Ensure compliance with Government Digital Standards (GDS).
- Implement Test Automation 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 testing processes using Azure DevOps.
- Utilize BDD Framework (Cucumber) in testing.
- Maintain eligibility for SC clearance.
Skills Required:
- Experience as a Test Lead in the public sector.
- Knowledge of Government Digital Standards (GDS).
- Proficiency in Test Automation with Playwright and JavaScript.
- Expertise in Browserstack for compatibility testing.
- Experience in security testing with OWASP ZAP.
- Familiarity with performance testing tools, preferably JMeter.
- CI/CD integration experience for Test Automation.
- Proficient in Azure DevOps for Test Management.
- Experience with BDD Framework (Cucumber).
- Eligible for SC clearance.
Salary (Rate): £340 daily
City: London
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
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.
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
£340 Per day
London, UK
Outside
Hybrid
IT
Not Specified
Job Description: The role of Test Lead involves overseeing testing processes for a consultancy, focusing on GDS, Playwright, JavaScript, and Azure DevOps. The position requires collaboration with a key end client and emphasizes experience in public sector testing. The contract is for six months and offers a competitive daily rate. The role allows for remote working options alongside London-based responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead testing efforts within the public sector.
- Ensure compliance with Government Digital Standards (GDS).
- Implement Test Automation 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 testing processes using Azure DevOps.
- Utilize BDD Framework (Cucumber) in testing.
- Maintain eligibility for SC clearance.
Skills Required:
- Experience as a Test Lead in the public sector.
- Knowledge of Government Digital Standards (GDS).
- Proficiency in Test Automation with Playwright and JavaScript.
- Expertise in Browserstack for compatibility testing.
- Experience in security testing with OWASP ZAP.
- Familiarity with performance testing tools, preferably JMeter.
- CI/CD integration experience for Test Automation.
- Proficient in Azure DevOps for Test Management.
- Experience with BDD Framework (Cucumber).
- Eligible for SC clearance.
Salary (Rate): £340 daily
City: London
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
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.
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.

Create a free account to view the take-home pay for this contract
Sign Up