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Non-Functional Test Lead

ManchesterFull-time£51k2026-07-23 → 2026-11-10

Core

Lead the planning and delivery of performance, security, and operational acceptance testing for critical digital services to ensure reliability, scalability, and security for learners and customers.

Role type

Senior Non-Functional Test Lead (Performance & Security)

Builds

Robust, scalable, and secure digital assessment platforms

Domain

Education technology / Large-scale assessment services

Required skills

Performance testing strategy, Security testing coordination, Operational Acceptance Testing (OAT), Root cause analysis, Test plan design, Stakeholder communication, Risk analysis, Test metrics definition, Team mentorship, Agile methodology

Preferred skills

JMeter, Load/Stress/Volume/Soak testing, Penetration testing coordination, Third-party vendor management

Technologies

JMeter

Responsibilities

Lead NFR strategy and delivery across multiple projects; Design and review test plans, scripts, and environments; Perform load, stress, volume, and soak testing; Collaborate with security teams on penetration testing scope and outcomes; Analyze test results to identify bottlenecks and provide optimization recommendations; Mentor and coach team members; Ensure traceability between requirements and test coverage.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities