Software Tester – Automation

Location: Hendon

This is a full-time, permanent position for a Software Tester – Automation in a hybrid working model, requiring on-site attendance at least three days per week in Hendon, London. You will play a critical role in ensuring the quality and reliability of applications within a large-scale managed service program. This position involves working across the full software development life-cycle, applying both manual and automated testing techniques to deliver robust solutions in mission-critical environments.

Candidates must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance.

Key Responsibilities

* Perform testing within an Application Support environment to ensure system stability and performance.

* Implement and utilise test automation techniques to improve efficiency and coverage.

* Review business requirements and technical solutions to provide guidance and accurate testing estimates.

* Develop, maintain, and execute test scripts across multiple applications in line with agreed estimates.

* Conduct functional and non-functional testing to a high standard within Agile or Waterfall development life cycles.

* Identify, document, and communicate potential defects, ensuring alignment with expected outcomes.

* Collaborate with development and business teams to ensure quality standards are met throughout the life cycles.

Key Qualifications

Must-Have:

* Proven experience in testing within an Application Support environment.

* Strong understanding of the full software development life-cycle and its application to testing.

* Hold recognised testing certifications such as ISTQB.

* Ability to develop, maintain, and execute test scripts across multiple applications.

* Skilled in functional and non-functional testing within Agile or Waterfall frameworks.

* Must be eligible for UK Security Clearance, requiring at least three years of UK residence

Preferred:

* Experience or knowledge of test automation techniques.

* Working knowledge of translating business requirements into technical solutions and providing testing guidance.

* Familiarity with estimating testing efforts and planning across complex projects.

Additional Information

* We are unable to support sponsorship for this position.

* You will be required to attend our site at least three days per week and therefore must live within commutable distance from Hendon, London.

* Candidates must have resided in the UK for a minimum of three years to qualify for security clearance. This requirement is non-negotiable. You must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance for this role