B2 Test Engineer in Glasgow

Social Security Scotland currently has an exciting opportunity for motivated individuals who are keen to develop their careers and grow within our team as a Test Engineer. This role provides an excellent starting point for those with some relevant experience who are eager to build their skills in testing.

As a Test Engineer, you will create and execute test cases, while also supporting the development, implementation, and maintenance of test frameworks to enable end-to-end testing across multi-component environments. You will gain hands-on experience with modern technologies and contribute to the delivery of both new and existing products.

This opportunity would particularly suit colleagues looking to transition into testing who can demonstrate some knowledge of data warehouses and data marts, an understanding of database schemas and procedures, and experience with data reconciliation checks. We actively encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about learning, continuous development, and delivering high-quality results.

Responsibilities:

• A Test Engineer develops solutions to enable more efficient testing. They follow engineering standards to design and execute appropriate technical tests.
• Determine test scope and estimate the effort required.
• Select and use the most appropriate test approaches and techniques to mitigate risk.
• Use technical tooling and engineering approaches to design and execute tests.
• Develop and maintain technical test suites.
• Develop reports, record outcomes and support the resolution of defects.
• Contribute to and follow engineering practices and standards.
• Review requirements, specifications, and technical design documents to create and improve test plans and test cases.
• Develop and apply testing processes for new and existing products.
• Design, build, and maintain automated and manual test cases aligned to project requirements.
• Perform comprehensive testing across interfaces, APIs, and end to end user journeys.
• Collaborate closely with developers, product teams, and analysts to clarify requirements and risks.
• Conduct exploratory testing to uncover defects beyond scripted scenarios.
• Contribute to building reusable test frameworks and improving CI/CD test coverage.
• Produce clear test documentation, reports, and defect records.

Qualifications:

We use an assessment framework called ‘Success Profiles’ which lists the elements we test and provides detailed descriptions of each. For this post, the following Success Profile elements will be assessed:

• Experience: Hands-on experience with manual and knowledge of data testing which incorporates data validations and data reconciliations checks. Experience in creating structured test plans and cases, troubleshooting technical issues using defect tracking tools and working effectively within Agile delivery environments.
• Behaviours: Developing self and others (Level 3), Managing a quality service (Level 3).

Technical Skills: This role is aligned to Test Engineer within the Government Digital and Data Profession. These skills will be tested during the Technical Assessment if you are successful at sift stage.

How to Apply:

Apply online, providing a CV and Supporting Statement (of no more than 750 words) which provides evidence of how you meet the Success Profiles above. Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools can be used to support your application, but all statements and examples provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience.

Please note there may be a telephone interview prior to the final interview stage. We aim to provide feedback on request. However, where a large number of applications are received, it may not be possible to give feedback to candidates who are not invited to interview or assessment.

Information Session:

We are holding a candidate information session to provide you with information about the application and interview process, as well as further information on the role and team. The session will be held on Thursday 18th June from 12 – 1pm.

Location: In person in Dundee or Glasgow.

Working Pattern: Our standard hours are 35 hours per week and we offer a range of flexible working options, depending on the needs of the role. We embrace a hybrid working style where all colleagues will spend time in either our Glasgow or Dundee offices.

Equality Statement: Social Security Scotland are committed to equality and inclusion, and we aim to recruit a diverse workforce that reflects the population of our nation.

Further Information: This role is only available to existing permanent civil servants who have successfully completed their probation period within Social Security Scotland, the broader Scottish Government or Other Government Departments.

If you experience any difficulties accessing our website or completing the online application form, please contact the Resourcing Team via recruitment@socialsecurity.gov.scot.

Apply before 23:55 on Monday 22nd June.