QA Engineer

Job Purpose:

We are seeking a technically skilled Test Engineer to join our dynamic Agile teams, where you will design and automate test cases, collaborate with developers, and ensure the delivery of high-quality software products.

Principal duties and responsibilities:

* Developing a deep understanding of the product and system under test.

* Designing, writing, and maintaining automated and manual test cases.

* Executing test plans including scripted, exploratory, regression, and integration testing.

* Collaborating closely with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to clarify requirements and resolve defects.

* Participating actively in Agile processes like sprint planning and reviews to ensure quality integration.

* Evaluating test results, documenting defects, and reporting status to the team.

Skills and Experience:

Essential

* Minimum three years’ experience working as a tester

* Demonstrable ability to write efficient and effective manual tests

* A strong interest in the technical side of information technology and software development

* Working knowledge of Ubuntu or other Linux distributions

* Use of defect tracking tools (Jira, Xray)

* Good understanding of API testing

* Basic networking knowledge

* Basic understanding of windows infrastructure such as Active directory, Certificate Services.

* Comfortable using command line tools

* Debug / troubleshooting skills

* Excellent communication, both written and verbal

* STEM degree or similar equivalent qualifications

Desirable

* Working knowledge of docker and Kubernetes

* Knowledge of web security

* Basic understanding of API automation using python

Qualities:

* Team player

* Excellent communicator

* Attention to detail

* Problem solver

* Self-motivated

Package & discretionary benefits:

25 days annual leave plus an additional 2 days after 2 years’ service

5 days additional holiday purchase available

Private medical insurance

Heath cashback plan with Healthshield

Pension scheme

Life cover 4 x salary

Season ticket loan

Salary exchange benefits (ride2work, pension)

Subsidised gym membership

Employee referral scheme

Role will be subject to an employment screening process and will require security clearance