Looking for a career in technology but not necessarily software development?
Avanti Recruitment is working with an established Oxford-based software company that develops highly specialised products used by organisations operating in regulated and data-driven environments.
They are looking to hire a Graduate / Junior QA Engineer to join their growing Quality Assurance team. This role will require you in the office 3 days per week.
This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional who enjoys problem-solving, spotting details others miss and understanding how software works from a user's perspective.
No commercial QA experience is required. The company is happy to provide training for the right person, but you will need a 2:1 or above degree in a STEM subject.
The Role
As a QA Engineer, you'll be responsible for ensuring software is thoroughly tested before release.
You'll work closely with developers and product teams, helping to identify bugs, improve user experience and maintain high standards of software quality.
Typical responsibilities include:
Testing new software features before release
Investigating and reproducing software issues
Verifying bug fixes
Providing feedback on usability and functionality
Reviewing documentation and product changes
Working closely with developers and product managers
Supporting software releases and quality standards
The role is primarily focused on manual testing, with opportunities to develop automation skills over time.
What We're Looking For
You will need to be Naturally curious and an analytical, detail-oriented, strong communicator, comfortable learning new technologies, interested in software quality/testing, and motivated to build a career within technology.
Must Have Skills & Experience
STEM degree (or graduating this year) in a subject such as Physics, Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, Natural Sciences or similar
Excellent attention to detail
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Analytical and logical problem-solving ability
Ability to learn new concepts and technologies quickly
Strong organis...
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