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# Performance Test Lead - Drive Scalable, Live-Ready Systems

- **Company:** Queen Square
- **Location:** Reading, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, DevOps, Performance Testing
- **Published:** August 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815078034-performance-test-lead-drive-scalable-live-ready-systems

## About the Role

Key responsibilities involve defining performance testing strategies, conducting thorough tests, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates will possess extensive experience in performance testing, exposure to Agile/DevOps environments, and strong communication skills. This opportunity offers immediate contract potential with a real business impact.
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## Description

Queen Square Recruitment is seeking Performance Testing professionals for a major transformation programme. Roles available include Performance Test Lead and Engineer, both crucial in ensuring system performance under various loads.

Key responsibilities involve defining performance testing strategies, conducting thorough tests, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates will possess extensive experience in performance testing, exposure to Agile/DevOps environments, and strong communication skills. This opportunity offers immediate contract potential with a real business impact.


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