Average Software Tester salary in Leeds

Lead Software Engineer - C#/.Net Leeds (Hybrid - 2 days/week on-site) Up to £68,000 base A high-growth digital delivery team within a global professional services firm is hiring five Lead Software Engineers to join its Leeds-based tech hub. This is a unique opportunity for a Lead Software Engineer to work on secure, high-impact systems without the distractions of client-facing or sales responsibilities. The team operates like a start-up within the enterprise—tech-first, agile, and focused on solving complex challenges for public sector and regulated clients. As a Lead Software Engineer, you’ll be part of a collaborative, onshore-first engineering capability that values deep technical expertise and continuous learning. Requirements for the Lead Software Engineer role: Strong experience in C#/.Net (full-stack with JavaScript preferred)Proven leadership in engineering teams and distributed systemsKnowledge of CI/CD, Docker/Kubernetes, RESTful APIs, and cloud platformsMust meet UK National Security Vetting criteria (UK residency for 5+ years) What the Lead Software Engineer will do: Lead the design and delivery of secure, scalable software solutionsMentor engineers and uphold technical quality across the teamCollaborate with product managers to translate requirements into codeContribute to a growing, flexible, and learning-focused engineering culture Package: Up to £68,000 base salaryPaid overtime optionCompany PensionLearning allowance If you're a Lead Software Engineer looking to do meaningful work in a modern, mission-driven environment—this is your chance. Get in touch with Connor Smyth at Anson McCade

Job Title: Penetration Tester Location: Leeds / Hybrid Reports To: Head of Cyber Services Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 Travel: Occasional client site visits About UsWe're a rapidly growing cybersecurity reseller and MSP delivering cutting-edge security solutions across network, endpoint, cloud, and offensive security testing. Our mission: empower clients to expose and eliminate critical vulnerabilities before attackers do. We're expanding our offensive security team and need an experienced Penetration Tester to deliver high-impact, real-world security assessments that drive tangible improvements. The Role - What You'll OwnYou will simulate sophisticated cyberattacks across client environments - from networks and web apps to cloud and endpoints - exposing weaknesses before adversaries can exploit them. Your findings will guide clients to stronger, more resilient security postures. Lead internal and external penetration tests, including infrastructure, web, wireless, cloud, and social engineering.Execute red team, purple team, and breach simulation exercises tailored to client maturity and objectives.Identify and safely exploit vulnerabilities to demonstrate real business impact.Deliver clear, actionable reports tailored to both technical teams and executives.Drive client engagement through scoping calls, meetings, and remediation planning.Continuously refine testing methodologies, tools, and techniques.Collaborate closely with cybersecurity, managed services, and compliance teams to integrate offensive findings into wider risk strategies.Stay ahead of emerging threats, exploits, and attack techniques through ongoing research. What You Bring - Skills & Experience 2 to 5+ years of hands-on penetration testing experience across network, web, wireless, and cloud environments.Expert with core tools: Burp Suite, Metasploit, Cobalt Strike, Nmap, and custom scripting.Deep understanding of vulnerabilities (OWASP Top 10, MITRE ATT&CK) and exploitation methods.Experience delivering reports aligned to PTES, OWASP, NIST, or OSSTMM standards.Exceptional communicator who can translate complex technical issues for diverse audiences.Proven certifications like OSCP, eCPPT, CRTO, CREST CPSA/CRT, or equivalent. Bonus Points Red team, purple team, or adversary emulation experience.Programming/scripting skills (Python, PowerShell, Bash).Cloud pentesting experience (AWS, Azure, GCP).Familiarity with threat modeling or risk-based vulnerability assessments.Advanced certifications such as OSCE, OSEP, OSWE, CRTP, CREST CRT/CCT. Join us if you want to make a real impact, tackle diverse challenges, and grow within a dynamic, client-focused security team. Eames Consulting is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Job Title: Penetration TesterLocation: Leeds / HybridReports To: Head of Cyber ServicesSalary: £55,000 - £60,000Travel: Occasional client site visits About Us We're a rapidly growing cybersecurity reseller and MSP delivering cutting-edge security solutions across network, endpoint, cloud, and offensive security testing. Our mission: empower clients to expose and eliminate critical vulnerabilities before attackers do. We're expanding our offensive security team and need an experienced Penetration Tester to deliver high-impact, real-world security assessments that drive tangible improvements. The Role - What You'll Own You will simulate sophisticated cyberattacks across client environments - from networks and web apps to cloud and endpoints - exposing weaknesses before adversaries can exploit them. Your findings will guide clients to stronger, more resilient security postures. Lead internal and external penetration tests, including infrastructure, web, wireless, cloud, and social engineering. Execute red team, purple team, and breach simulation exercises tailored to client maturity and objectives. Identify and safely exploit vulnerabilities to demonstrate real business impact. Deliver clear, actionable reports tailored to both technical teams and executives. Drive client engagement through scoping calls, meetings, and remediation planning. Continuously refine testing methodologies, tools, and techniques. Collaborate closely with cybersecurity, managed services, and compliance teams to integrate offensive findings into wider risk strategies. Stay ahead of emerging threats, exploits, and attack techniques through ongoing research. What You Bring - Skills & Experience 2 to 5+ years of hands-on penetration testing experience across network, web, wireless, and cloud environments. Expert with core tools: Burp Suite, Metasploit, Cobalt Strike, Nmap, and custom scripting. Deep understanding of vulnerabilities (OWASP Top 10, MITRE ATT&CK) and exploitation methods. Experience delivering reports aligned to PTES, OWASP, NIST, or OSSTMM standards. Exceptional communicator who can translate complex technical issues for diverse audiences. Proven certifications like OSCP, eCPPT, CRTO, CREST CPSA/CRT, or equivalent. Bonus Points Red team, purple team, or adversary emulation experience. Programming/scripting skills (Python, PowerShell, Bash). Cloud pentesting experience (AWS, Azure, GCP). Familiarity with threat modeling or risk-based vulnerability assessments. Advanced certifications such as OSCE, OSEP, OSWE, CRTP, CREST CRT/CCT. Join us if you want to make a real impact, tackle diverse challenges, and grow within a dynamic, client-focused security team. Eames Consulting is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.