Software Tester, User Platform in Nottingham

Working with Product Managers, Product Analysts, and development teams to understand business and technical requirements fully and producing appropriate test documentation. Providing accurate estimates for all phases of testing and making recommendations for test approach with focus on quality and efficiency. Conducting quality testing on projects and issues to agreed processes and timescales. Reporting defects accurately and managing through to successful resolution via Jira. Reporting testing progress to the project team communicating effectively and escalating where appropriate. Identifying and carrying out regression testing where appropriate. Liaising with subject matter experts to continually develop product knowledge. Actively participating in planning meetings, stand ups and workshops. Liaising with and facilitating successful relationships across the business.

A Software Tester, who will bring expertise and talent to test and deliver our software to the highest levels of quality and accuracy. Thriving in a fast-paced, innovative environment, you will collaborate with technical teams to ensure software meets specifications and deadlines. As part of a skilled group of professionals, you will enjoy sharing knowledge, learning from peers, and contributing to cutting-edge solutions. This role requires a commitment to precision, reliability, and excellence in developing secure, user-focused systems that align with verification standards. This role is eligible for inclusion in the Company's hybrid working from home policy.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience with Spec Flow API Testing.
• Experience of using Gherkin.
• Understanding and experience of testing third party verification providers would be preferential.
• Good understanding of the software development lifecycle.
• Ability to react well to changing requirements with a positive attitude.
• Proactive approach to own personal development.
• Focused on the importance of the business needs.
• Ability to work collaboratively or independently on project requirements.
• High attention to detail.
• Preparing test documentation including test plans, test scripts, defect reports and progress updates.

Benefits

• Bonus Schemes Recognition for your performance and hard work.
• Company Pension Preparing you for later life with a top pension.
• Employee Assistance Programme Supporting the wellbeing of you and your family.
• Eye Care In a digital world, we help take care of your vision.
• Income Protection Your income is protected, just in case.
• Life Assurance Peace of mind for your family in any eventuality.
• Life Events and Long Service To celebrate your big occasions, dedication and hard work.

Manchester Hillside (Technology) Ltd opened our North West office in 2016 in the heart of Manchester's buzzing city centre. In recent years the city has become a hub of technology and creative industries. Our location is often described as the UK's second city, living costs in Manchester are around 30% cheaper than London. Our office has plenty of public transport nearby, including trains operating around the country and the Metrolink. Manchester is passionate about sport and has two Premier League football teams. Full of fantastic restaurants and shops, from Spinningfields to the Northern Quarter, there is lots to see and do.

What We Get Up To

Our Manchester office is home to part of Hillside (Technology) Ltd's Software Development family as well as additional technology units. We work closely with our other Technology sites in Stoke-on-Trent and Bulgaria to deliver our first class product.

Some Location Benefits

• Nearby Restaurants and Shops
• Tea and Coffee Service
• Great Commuter Links
• City Centre Location