Make your mark at BRE!
BRE aims to be the world’s leading innovation, science and data hub for the built environment. For more than a century, we have provided government and industry with cutting-edge research and testing. Join us to help deliver products, advice, services, standards and qualifications used around the globe to make buildings better for people and the environment. Through science-led solutions to urgent challenges, we will build a thriving and sustainable world.
Your role at BRE
We are seeking an experienced QA Engineer to join BRE as a Senior QA Engineer, taking the lead in establishing a new QA function and helping us build both the team and our capabilities in this area. This role will also be responsible for defining quality standards, shaping BRE’s QA strategy and leading testing activities across our applications, including the BREEAM Platform.
Key Responsibilities and Tasks
Define and maintain quality standards across all BRE software development activities.
Develop and implement BRE’s QA strategy, including determining when to automate tests and when to apply manual testing.
Establish the tools, frameworks and processes used for testing across the organisation.
Collaborate closely with developers, product managers, product owners and other stakeholders throughout the agile development process.
Lead, manage and mentor other QA Engineers within the team.
Conduct hands‑on testing of BRE applications, including new features delivered through the product roadmap.
Support the delivery of risk‑based testing to improve efficiency and catch defects early.
Contribute to predictable, high‑quality software releases by ensuring issues are identified before reaching customers
What we are looking for
Experience working in software quality assurance, with strong understanding of both manual and automated testing methods.
Strong knowledge of programming for automated testing and familiarity with automation tools and frameworks.
Ability to design effective test plans, develop testing strategies and deliver these within an agile sprint environment.
Experience defining testing processes, tools and approaches to support high‑quality software delivery.
Capability to manage and mentor QA engineers and support a consistent, high‑quality testing function.
Strong collaboration skills for working with developers, product managers, product owners and other stakeholders.
High attention to detail to ensure accuracy, consistency and quality across all testing activities.
Effective communication skills to engage with both technical and non‑technical colleagues.
BRE Benefits
At BRE, we offer a competitive salary, reviewed annually, along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your financial security, well-being, and career development.
Financial \& Security Benefits
Pension scheme – 5% employer-matched contribution
Life assurance – 4x your basic salary
Enhanced maternity package
Health \& Wellbeing
HealthPartners cashback scheme – Reclaim costs on prescriptions, physiotherapy, dental care, and more
Onsite facilities – Restaurant, nursery, and free parking, including at-cost EV charging points
Career Development
Learning \& development – Free access to BRE Academy and our online learning platform
Professional membership reimbursement
For full details on our benefits, visit: BRE Employee Benefits
Work Location Options
Fully Remote – This role is fully remote, allowing you to work from anywhere in the UK. You will be expected to attend team meetings at our Watford office 1-2 times per year.
Note to Employment Agencies
At BRE, we value the relationships we have built with our preferred recruitment partners. We do not accept unsolicited CVs from employment agencies. Any CVs submitted directly to a BRE employee or hiring manager without a signed BRE Employment Agency Agreement and an active engagement for the specific role will be considered unsolicited. In such cases, no fees will be payable should the candidate be hired through this or any other means.
Equal Opportunities Statement
BRE is an equal opportunities employer. We assess all qualified applicants based on merit and do not discriminate on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristics.
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Department
Software Development
Locations
Watford
Remote status
Fully Remote
Yearly salary
£50,000 - £58,000
Employment type
Full-time
About BRE
BRE contributes to a thriving and sustainable world by developing science-led solutions to built environment challenges. Our vision is to be the world-leading innovation, science, and data hub for the built environment. We’re ambitious in terms of quality and global scope. We want governments and commercial markets to recognise us and demand our services, products and solutions. We want to be world-class, innovative, science-led and provide solutions.
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