At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead automated and manual testing to ensure top-notch software quality.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking organisation committed to innovation and excellence.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, generous leave, and flexible working options.
- Other info: Great career growth opportunities in a supportive and dynamic environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by shaping testing standards and mentoring future talent.
- Qualifications: Experience in large-scale ICT testing and knowledge of programming languages required.
The predicted salary is between 44241 - 44241 £ per year.
The central responsibility of this role is for delivering excellent, scalable automated and manual testing capability and providing overall direction and management of software testing, while ensuring that technology standards are defined and followed to meet users' needs efficiently and reliably.
You will perform gap analysis on current testing processes, competencies and capacity and implement plans to remove identified gaps, while keeping abreast of new technology patterns and trends to lead the evolution of test standards, tools, and processes. The focus will be on building in quality from the start and testing throughout development phases.
Your responsibilities will include, but aren't limited to:
- Managing all test processes, including test plans, resources, costs, timescales, test deliverables and traceability.
- Coordinating, managing, and communicating the planning of the system and/or acceptance tests within a development or integration project/programme.
- Providing authoritative advice and guidance on any aspect of test planning and execution.
- Building tests to a standard that allows multiple use.
- Serving as coach and mentor to individuals in the service assurance team to ensure that the team is appropriately trained and up to speed regarding methodologies, policies, and tools.
- Providing input to the environment requirements, setup, manage, maintain, and ensure test data & environments are available to satisfy project and/or work package test requirements.
To be successful in this role you will need to have the following experience:
- Experience in testing within a large-scale ICT estate, including integrating new and legacy products.
- Experience building test frameworks and detailed knowledge of at least one programming language (we use a range of languages including Java, JavaScript, Groovy and Scala) and awareness of front-end web development (CSS/HTML).
- Ability to quickly research and learn new programming tools and techniques, learn by proof of concepts and iteration.
- Ability to mentor and coach other QA & testing colleagues.
Working hours, office attendance and travel requirements: Full time roles consist of 37 hours per week. Whilst we welcome applications from those looking to work with us on a part time basis, there is a business requirement for the successful candidate to be able to work at least 30 hours per week. Occasional travel to other offices will be required, which may involve overnight stays. This role is suitable for hybrid working, which is a non-contractual arrangement where a combination of workplace and home-based working can be accommodated subject to business requirements.
Senior Test Engineer in North East employer: DVSA
DVSA is an excellent employer that prioritises employee growth and development, offering a dynamic work culture where innovation in data management is encouraged. With a hybrid working model that allows for flexibility and a strong focus on collaboration, employees can thrive in their roles while contributing to meaningful projects that enhance public services.
