Job description
Senior Test Lead - (.NET)
Contract: 12 Months
Location: Belfast (Hybrid)
Rate: Outside IR35
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Test Lead with a strong background in large-scale C#/.NET enterprise environments to join a major strategic programme within a leading fintech organisation. This role is not suited to candidates with only general QA experience - proven expertise leading testing across complex .NET platforms is essential.
Based in Belfast with a hybrid working model (2 days onsite per week), you will take ownership of the end-to-end testing strategy for high-profile payment solutions used by millions globally.
Why Apply?
Lead testing for a critical strategic programme within a global fintech business
Work on large-scale, high-volume payment platforms
Drive quality assurance across complex distributed systems and enterprise-grade applications
Influence the delivery of secure, scalable, and highly reliable solutions
Work alongside senior engineering, architecture, and delivery teams
Essential Experience
Extensive experience leading QA and testing functions within enterprise-scale .NET/C# environments
Strong background testing complex fintech, payments, or highly transactional platforms
Proven ability to define and implement testing strategies across large software programmes
Deep understanding of both manual and automated testing methodologies
Experience with integration, regression, performance, and end-to-end testing in distributed systems
Strong knowledge of modern software engineering and delivery practices within Microsoft technology stacks
Excellent stakeholder management and leadership capabilities
Key Responsibilities
Define and lead the overall testing and QA strategy for the programme
Establish testing governance, standards, and best practices across multiple teams
Coordinate testing activities across several workstreams and delivery functions
Mentor QA engineers and drive high-quality test coverage throughout the SDLC
Work closely with developers, architects, and business stakeholders to embed quality across delivery
Lead defect management, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement initiatives
Oversee test planning, execution, reporting, and delivery assurance
This opportunity requires a senior-level Test Lead who is comfortable operating within complex enterprise .NET ecosystems and driving quality across large-scale fintech delivery programmes.
For further information, apply via the link or contact VANRATH for a confidential discussion.
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