Quality Engineer in Newcastle upon Tyne

Momence was founded in 2020, graduated from Y Combinator, and raised an $11M Series A. We build and operate a software platform for experience-based and membership-driven businesses, including yoga and fitness studios, dance schools, wellness centers, salons, golf facilities, and more. Today, Momence supports more than 5,500 businesses and hundreds of thousands of end users every month. From day one, you will work on a product with real impact, helping businesses grow, streamline operations, and create better customer experiences.

Since 2025, Momence has been part of Xplor Technologies, a global technology company providing software, payments, and commerce solutions for service-based and membership businesses worldwide. This allows us to combine the speed, ownership, and product mindset of a startup with the scale, stability, and opportunities of a global organization.

As a Quality Engineer, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the quality and efficiency of our software products through automated testing and AI-driven solutions. Your primary focus will be on developing and supporting automated tests, diving deep into our products and technologies, and collaborating with global cross-functional teams. Additionally, you will integrate AI functionalities to improve developer and customer experiences. Your expertise in automation and AI will be key to delivering exceptional software quality and an outstanding customer experience.

Key Areas of Responsibility:

• Developing and Supporting Automated Tests: Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using tools such as Jest, Detox and Playwright. Ensure the robustness, reliability, and maintainability of automated tests.
• Deep Diving into Products and Technologies: Gain an in-depth understanding of our products and technologies to identify potential areas for automation. Continuously explore new tools and methodologies to enhance the testing process.
• Working with Product Development Teams: Collaborate with product engineers, the product manager, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment on testing strategies and objectives. Contribute to making application code more testable and robust.
• Deploying and Supporting Automated Test Infrastructure: Set up, deploy, and manage the infrastructure required for automated testing. Ensure the scalability and reliability of test environments.
• Evaluating Test Results: Analyze test results to identify issues, track defects, and ensure they are resolved in a timely manner. Provide actionable insights based on test outcomes to improve product quality.
• Sense of Ownership: Take full responsibility for the end-to-end automated test development, including infrastructure and deployment automation. Lead the testing strategy to effectively utilize automation tests.
• Impact on Software Design and Code Quality: Influence the design and quality of AI-driven product features, ensuring they are robust, scalable, and maintainable. Develop high-quality AI software that meets customer needs and exceeds expectations.
• Customer Experience and Maintainability: Assist with AI-driven solutions during the development process. Enhance the maintainability and scalability of AI functionalities in the product.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent working experience.
• Experience as an Automation Engineer, preferably with a focus on AI and large-scale software development projects.
• Proficiency in Typescript and experience with calling OpenAI APIs.
• Strong understanding of AI principles, methodologies, and best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills, enabling effective collaboration and mentoring of fellow team members.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively within a team and communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Fluency in English, as we use it daily.

Additional Information:

Our five core values guide us from how we hire and recognise our team members to how we interact with our customers day to day:

• Find a better way
• Do the right thing
• Say it straight
• Win together
• Own the outcome

If these values sound like you, and describe people you want to work with, you will thrive at Xplor. As an Xplorer, you will be part of a global network of talented colleagues who will support your success. We look for commonalities and shared passions and give people the tools they need to deliver great work and grow at speed.

Some of our perks and benefits are:

• Paid Parental Leave benefit programs
• #GiveBackDays/Commitment to social impact – 3 extra days off to volunteer and give back to your local community
• Ongoing dedication to Diversity & Inclusion initiatives such as D&I Council, Global Mentorship Program
• Access to free mental health support
• Flexible working arrangements

To start your application, please submit your resume, and we will be in touch as soon as we can. Please include the word "moonshot" at the top of your message to the Hiring Manager so that we know you took the time to read our job ad.

We understand that diverse candidates have diverse needs. We welcome you to inform us of any additional needs related to completing your job application or participating in the interview process.

Xplor is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We’re dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community.