Quality Lead

For over 50 years we have been helping its clients deliver better business financing.­­ Today, our products and services are used by over 120 banks and finance providers worldwide. Our flexible end-to-end platform offers them everything they need to provide an extensive range of financing products, smoothly and securely. From institutional lenders to SME specialists, our software gives our clients the agility to create new and innovative finance products that help their customers thrive.

Headquartered in London, and with regional offices in California and Singapore, Lendscape employs over 200 people around the world. We continue to grow and evolve, building on our heritage while keeping pace with the changing demands of the financial software sector.

Joining our team is an exciting opportunity to be apart of a growing bunch. As a member of a team that is spread across various parts of the world, you will gain exposure to diverse cultures and perspectives. Being a part of Lendscape while we are venturing into new countries puts you at the forefront of expansion

Our Software Engineering team is our biggest function, with 80 colleagues spread across 9 squads they play a key role ensuring we continue to be leaders in our field. 

We have some exciting new developments and are committed to introducing 3 additional teams to take us to over 100 colleagues in Engineering. 

You will be responsible for both manual and automated testing, using analytical and technical skills to have a direct impact of the quality of the software we create and deliver. 

How you will make a difference

The Quality Lead will be responsible for leading and managing the quality assurance function within the Engineering department.

The primary focus of the role is to ensure the delivery of high-quality software products through the implementation and continuous improvement of quality processes and methodologies.

• Developing and executing a comprehensive quality strategy aligned with organisational goals.
• Leading and mentoring a team of quality assurance professionals.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate quality practices throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Defining, implementing and continuously monitoring quality standards, procedures, and best practices with emphasis on rigour across the three.
• Establishing and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and improve software quality.
• Conducting regular audits and assessments to identify areas for improvement.
• Overseeing the creation and execution of test plans, test cases, and test scripts.
• Staying abreast of industry trends and advancements in quality assurance and software testing.
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance overall software development efficiency and quality.

• In-depth understanding of quality assurance methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, and DevOps.
• Experience in implementing and managing QA processes throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Proficiency in using testing tools and frameworks for both manual and automated testing.
• Knowledge of automation tools such as Cypress, Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, or equivalent.
• Very strong expertise in test automation, including the ability to design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts.
• Competency in at least one programming language (e.g., Java, Python, C#) to facilitate automated testing and scripting.
• Experience with bug tracking and project management tools (e.g., Jira, Bugzilla) to manage and prioritize quality issues.
• Proficient in version control systems (e.g., Git) to ensure proper code management and collaboration within development teams.
• Understanding of performance testing concepts and tools (e.g., Apache JMeter, LoadRunner) to assess software scalability and performance.
• Knowledge of security testing practices and tools to identify and mitigate potential vulnerabilities in software applications.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and their testing capabilities.
• Experience in testing mobile applications on various platforms (iOS, Android) and devices.
• Understanding of data management principles and proficiency in SQL for database testing.

• Proven experience in a leadership role within quality assurance or software testing.
• In-depth knowledge of quality assurance methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) practices.
• Bachelor's/Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of five years of experience in quality assurance/testing roles.
• Experience in a leadership or managerial position advantageous.

• Private medical care and cash plan
• Flexible working hours
• Continuous training
• Cycle scheme and sponsored gym
• Learning and development
• Wellness and mindfulness perks
• Colleague volunteering
• Life assurance
• Work alongside a team developing and delivering innovative technology that creates huge value for a variety of local and international clients

We are very proud of our culture and our way of working. Below are our shared values and behaviours that make up our work environment and our day-to-day experience at Lendscape.

Achieve great things, together:  We are supportive and empathetic, always available to lend a hand when needed.

Go above and beyond for customers: We are customer centric and give 100% to deliver exceptional outcomes. Everyone is willing to go the extra mile to solve the customer’s biggest challenges and help them get ahead.

Embrace every opportunity:  We’re inspired by opportunities to sustainably grow ourselves. Lendscape and our customers.

Rise to the challenge: We are self-motivated, empowered with flexibility and autonomy to work in our best way.

We appreciate you taking the time to apply to this role with us, and we are committed to making your journey with us as positive as possible. Interviews are a team effort and we’re keen to address any queries you may have and to determine if you equally feel if we are the right choice for your career.

Should your application be selected for an interview the process will be an initial conversation with our Talent Partner Safa Mohamoud. During this conversation we will explore your background, a broad overview of your skillset and what drives you. This will be followed by a conversation with our Head of Engineering, Jon Jenkins to dive deeper into your experience and equally for you to ask in depth questions about the role. You will also have the opportunity to meet with some of the members of the Engineering team to understand our ways of working a bit better.

Lendscape is passionate about ensuring that we remain a top performing business and a fantastic place to work – a place where everyone is comfortable to work. We’re a business that values equal opportunities for all and we celebrate the unique and diverse backgrounds and experiences of each individual. 

Interested but not sure you tick every box? We recognize that skills and experience can be gained in various ways, and we encourage you to apply for a role at our company, even if you feel your background might not perfectly align with the position. 

We look forward to connecting with you.