At Kainos, we’re problem solvers, innovators, and collaborators - driven by a shared mission to create real impact. Whether we’re transforming digital services for millions, delivering cutting-edge Workday solutions, or pushing the boundaries of technology, we do it together.
We believe in a people-first culture, where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your contributions truly make a difference. Here, you’ll be part of a diverse, ambitious team that celebrates creativity and collaboration.
Ready to make your mark? Join us and be part of something bigger.
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES IN THE BUSINESS:
As a Lead Test Engineer (Consultant) in Kainos, you’ll be a technical leader and innovator in software testing, providing strong test leadership and direction within a multi-skilled agile team. Taking responsibility for the strategy, design and development of automated, manual, and non-functional tests, you’ll help the team to deliver working application software that meets user needs and is of sufficient quality for promotion to users. It’s a fast-paced environment so it is important for you to make sound, reasoned decisions. You’ll do this whilst learning about new technologies and approaches, with talented colleagues who will help you learn, develop and grow.
You’ll manage, coach and develop a small number of staff, with a focus on managing employee performance and assisting in their career development. You’ll also provide direction and leadership for your team as you solve challenging problems together.
As a technical leader in the team, you will also interact with customers, share knowledge and mentor those around you.
MINIMUM (ESSENTIAL) REQUIREMENTS:
Experience of ensuring testing layers have adequate coverage in line with software testing principles and practices.
Expertise in designing, creating and maintaining tests scripts and test approaches, including manual and automated testing across all layers of an application including non-functional test coverage.
Experience using Test Automation open-source technologies (e.g. one of the following Selenium, JUnit,TestNG, Cucumber, Cypress, Playwright ), and configuring tools for testing such as Jenkins and/or TeamCity, within a continuous integration environment.
Practical knowledge of at least one object-oriented programming language (e.g. Java).
A high level of technical awareness and a sound understanding of software architectures.
We are passionate about developing people – experience in managing others, setting objectives, giving feedback and leading performance reviews.
Passionate technologist, keen to expand knowledge of latest QA tools, tech and methodologies.
DESIRABLE:
Operating within a Test Lead role (or similar) on a medium-large sized Agile project.
Demonstrable experience of effective stakeholder management and commercial awareness.
At Kainos, we believe in the power of diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to building a team that is as diverse as the world we live in, where everyone is valued, respected, and given an equal chance to thrive. We actively seek out talented people from all backgrounds, regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes them who they are. We also believe every candidate deserves a level playing field.
Our friendly talent acquisition team is here to support you every step of the way, so if you require any accommodations or adjustments, we encourage you to reach out.
We understand that everyone's journey is different, and by having a private conversation we can ensure that our recruitment process is tailored to your needs.
Skills Required
- Ensure testing layers have adequate coverage in line with software testing principles and practices.
- Design, create and maintain test scripts and test approaches, including manual and automated testing and non-functional test coverage.
- Use test automation open-source technologies (examples: Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, Cucumber, Cypress, Playwright).
- Configure testing tools such as Jenkins and/or TeamCity within a continuous integration environment.
- Practical knowledge of at least one object-oriented programming language (e.g., Java).
- High level of technical awareness and a sound understanding of software architectures.
- Experience in managing others, setting objectives, giving feedback and leading performance reviews.
- Passionate technologist, keen to expand knowledge of latest QA tools, tech and methodologies.
- Operating within a Test Lead role on a medium-large sized Agile project.
- Demonstrable experience of effective stakeholder management and commercial awareness.
Kainos Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Kainos and has not been reviewed or approved by Kainos.
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Healthcare Strength — Private healthcare, access to trained counsellors/EAP, and broader wellbeing initiatives are prominently offered across regions. Company materials frame support across emotional, physical, social, career and financial wellbeing, with UK references to Bupa coverage.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Hybrid/flexible hours, generous vacation packages, and parental leave are emphasized in careers materials. Some regions also highlight volunteering time and flexibility that support work–life balance.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Annual share awards and employee share plans (e.g., free shares, Sharesave) are widely promoted, with cash equivalents where plans aren’t available. These programs broaden ownership participation beyond base pay.
Kainos Insights
What We Do
At Kainos we use technology to solve real problems for our customers, overcome big challenges for businesses, and make people’s lives easier. We build strong relationships with our customers and go beyond to change the way they work today and the impact they have tomorrow. Our two specialist business areas, Digital Services and the Workday Practice, work globally for clients across healthcare, commercial and the public sector to make the world a little bit better, day by day.
