Quality Assurance Engineer

PERMANENT BASED AT CLIENT LOCATIONS, WORKING REMOTELY, OR BASED IN OUR GODALMING OR MILTON KEYNES OFFICES. Due to the nature of this position, you must be willing and eligible to achieve a minimum of SC clearance. To be eligible, you must have been a resident in the UK for a minimum of 5 years and have the right to work in the UK.

Overview: Triad Group Plc is seeking a skilled Quality Assurance Engineer to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our software solutions for public sector projects. This position offers an exciting opportunity to collaborate with our award-winning team and contribute to the success of our projects.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement test automation strategies using tools such as Playwright, Cypress, and Selenium WebDriver.
• You must have previously worked independently as you will be required to create test frameworks from scratch.
• Design, execute, and maintain automated test scripts to validate accessibility, software functionality, performance, and security.
• Collaborate with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand project requirements and ensure comprehensive test coverage.
• Identify and prioritise test cases for automation, considering both functional and non-functional requirements.
• Continuously improve test automation frameworks and processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Perform root cause analysis of defects and work closely with development teams to resolve issues.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Document test plans, test cases, and test results to facilitate communication and knowledge sharing within the team.

Requirements:

• Relevant training, qualifications, and experience in software development practices (Apprenticeship/Degree/Masters etc).
• Proven experience in test automation using Playwright, Cypress, and Selenium WebDriver.
• Some coding in Java or C# may be required so Java or C# skills would be highly desirable.
• Familiarity with public sector projects and compliance requirements is highly desirable.
• Previous experience working in a consultancy environment is beneficial.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
• Self-motivated and adaptable, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Why Triad? Recognised twice for "Project Excellence" by The Chartered Institute for IT & Computing Awards, Triad stands at the forefront of the public sector, dedicated to understanding and conquering technology challenges while delivering optimal value to UK citizens.

Glassdoor Score: 4.7/5 96% of our staff would recommend Triad to a friend. 100% CEO approval rating.

Here's what our people say: "The range of projects and flexibility to try different roles means I can forge my career path with the support of my peers."

Triad's Commitment to You: As a growing and ambitious company, Triad prioritises your development and well-being:

• Continuous Training & Development: Access to top-rated Udemy Business courses.
• Work Environment: Collaborative, creative, and free from discrimination.
• Benefits: 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays.
• Matched pension contributions (5%).
• Free private healthcare with Bupa.
• Gym membership support or Lakeshore Fitness access.
• Perkbox membership.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.

If this role is of interest to you or you would like further information, please submit your application now! Triad is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion, or belief. We are proud that our recruitment process has been recognised as inclusive and accessible to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for any role. We are a signatory to the Tech Talent Charter, which aims to bring industries and organisations together to drive greater inclusion and diversity in technology roles. In addition, as a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to supporting diverse talent.