Salary: £45,000 - 85,000 per year
Requirements
- Minimum three years experience working as a tester
- Demonstrable ability to write efficient and effective manual tests
- Strong interest in the technical side of information technology and software development
- Working knowledge of Ubuntu or other Linux distributions
- Experience using defect tracking tools such as Jira and Xray
- Good understanding of API testing
- Basic networking knowledge
- Basic understanding of Windows infrastructure such as Active Directory and Certificate Services
- Comfortable using command line tools
- Debugging and troubleshooting skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- STEM degree or similar equivalent qualifications
- Working knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes is desirable
- Knowledge of web security is desirable
- Basic understanding of API automation using Python is desirable
- Team player with attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and self-motivation
Responsibilities
- Develop a deep understanding of the product and system under test
- Design, write, and maintain automated and manual test cases
- Execute test plans including scripted, exploratory, regression, and integration testing
- Collaborate closely with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to clarify requirements and resolve defects
- Participate actively in Agile processes such as sprint planning and reviews to ensure quality integration
- Evaluate test results, document defects, and report status to the team
Technologies
- API
- Active Directory
- Docker
- JIRA
- Kubernetes
- Linux
- Python
- Security
- Ubuntu
- Web
- Windows
Benefits
We are seeking a technically skilled Test Engineer to join our dynamic Agile teams, where you will help design and automate test cases, collaborate with developers, and ensure the delivery of high-quality software products. We offer a package of benefits including 25 days annual leave plus an additional 2 days after 2 years service, 5 days additional holiday purchase, private medical insurance, a health cashback plan with Healthshield, pension scheme, life cover at 4x salary, season ticket loan, salary exchange benefits such as ride2work and pension, subsidised gym membership, and an employee referral scheme. The role is subject to an employment screening process and will require security clearance.
