Performance Test Analyst

London
3 weeks ago
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Senior QA Tester – Performance/Load
London (2x per week onsite)
SC Cleared
£450-£475pd (Outside IR35)
 
Are you an experienced Senior QA Tester with a passion for performance and load testing? Ready to play a key role in delivering high-impact, secure digital solutions?
We’re looking for a SC Cleared Senior QA Tester (Performance/Load) to join a dynamic team working on mission-critical systems.
 
The Role
As a Senior QA Tester, you’ll:

Lead performance and load testing strategies
Design, develop, and execute automated performance test scripts
Analyse system behaviour under stress and identify bottlenecks
Collaborate with developers and DevOps teams to optimise system performance
Provide clear reporting and actionable insights to stakeholders 
What We’re Looking For

Proven experience in performance and load testing
Strong knowledge of tools such as JMeter, LoadRunner, or similar
Experience working within secure/government environments
Active SC Clearance (essential)
Ability to work onsite in London 2 days per week
Government experience is essential

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