IT Software Quality Engineering Lead / QA LeadLocation: London UK (Hybrid)Experience: 12+ YearsDomain: Energy Trading / Large-Scale IT TransformationAbout the RoleWe are supporting our client to hire an experienced IT Software Quality Engineering Lead to take full ownership of end-to-end quality deliveryfor a large, business-critical transformation programme within the Energy Trading and Renewables domain.This is a senior leadership role combining hands-on test automation expertise, people management, and strategic QA ownership, working closely with Architects, Scrum teams, and senior business stakeholders.Key ResponsibilitiesOwn and deliver end-to-end testing across a portfolio of medium to large-scale IT programsLead and manage a QA team of 10-12 engineers, including goal setting, appraisals, mentoring, and career developmentDrive automation strategy and execution, ensuring high-quality, scalable testing solutionsWork closely with Architects and Agile teams to:Clarify requirementsEnsure testabilityEnable automation-first approachesProvide feedback on functional and technical designsInnovate using modern QA tools, accelerators, and best practicesDesign, enhance, and maintain test automation frameworksSupport CI/CD pipelines and continuous deploymentDevelop Proofs of Concept (POCs) for QA automation improvementsDefine and document QA standards and best practicesBuild and drive the QA roadmap in collaboration with Portfolio and IT ManagersEngage confidently with senior busines