Software Applications Test Lead

November 6, 2026

Hybrid

Lead

Stevenage, United Kingdom

Indeed

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Mandatory office attendance
3 days per week

Description

Lead the applications and systems technical testing team, ensuring that released software meets quality standards. Work closely with the software development team, product specialists, business analysts and the solutions architect on release testing and data-flow integrity. Take responsibility for release and upgrade sign-off based on evidence collected during testing.

Responsibilities

Lead the applications and systems technical testing team
Ensure that all new releases are fit for purpose and meet operational and clinical needs
Take responsibility for software release and upgrade sign-off based on evidence collated during testing
Recommend amendments and updates to software that meet business expectations and IT standards
Ensure software design changes are tested and do not affect data flow for statutory reporting

Requirements

Lead the applications and systems technical testing team ensuring that the software released is of adequate quality
Proven experience in Software Applications Test leadership
Work closely with the software development team, product specialists and business analysts
Support the solutions architect in ensuring that the data architecture is fit for purpose
Collaborate with the data warehouse and the informatics function on software design changes
Software quality assurance, functional and performance testing expertise

Conditions

Hybrid work: 3 days per week working from home, 2 days on site at Lister Hospital
37.5 hrs per week
Expected duration: 5 months (possible extension)
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Pro rata 25 days per year paid holiday