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Software Testing Lead

Date Posted: Jul 24, 2026

Job #1689153
Permanent
Limerick, Limerick, Republic of Ireland

Software Test Automation Lead

Software Test Automation Lead | Contract | Limerick | Hybrid

We are seeking, on behalf of our global Life Sciences client, an experienced Software Test Automation Lead to establish and lead testing strategy across a complex enterprise software environment.

Working as part of a major digital transformation programme, you will define testing standards, implement automation frameworks and help build a high-performing software quality function supporting business-critical applications. Experience of regulated environments is beneficial, but candidates from other large-scale enterprise software organisations are also encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

  • Define and own enterprise testing strategy.
  • Build and implement automated testing frameworks.
  • Lead and mentor a team of software test engineers.
  • Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines.
  • Improve software quality, release confidence and delivery speed.
  • Work closely with development and DevOps teams.
  • Drive continuous improvement across testing practices and tooling.

Skills & Experience

We're interested in candidates with experience in several of the following:

  • Leading software testing or QA teams.
  • Building test automation frameworks from the ground up.
  • Selenium, Playwright, Tosca, Robot Framework or similar.
  • Azure DevOps or Jira.
  • CI/CD environments.
  • Agile software delivery.
  • Test strategy and defect management.
  • BDD methodologies.
  • Experience within regulated industries is advantageous but not essential.

Contract Details

  • Initial 6-month contract with strong extension potential.
  • Predominantly onsite in Limerick.
  • Competitive hourly rate.

About Korn Ferry

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