Manual Software Tester

At AQA were committed to advancing education and were committed to our people. As the largest provider of academic qualifications in the UK we mark over 10 million exam papers each year and its our people who make this happen.

Manual Software Tester

Permanent

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Hybrid with requirement to travel to the Bristol office one day every three weeks

Introduction

At AQAGrade

Maker our mission is torevoluntisehow assessments are createdmanagedand delivered. As a Manual Software Testeryoullplay a critical role in ensuring the quality of reliable and scalable solutions that drive an assessment authoring and item banking solution trusted by exam providers around the world to create high stakes examination papers and other assessments

Purpose

Collaborating with a close-knit team of talented professionalsyoullbe involved in all phases of the development lifecycle

In this roleyoullbe responsible for:

• Reviewing user storiesandacceptance criteria giving early feedback to improve clarityidentifyrisksand help prevent issues before development begins.

• Carrying outmanual functional exploratory edge-case and regression testingto support stable high-quality delivery.

• Investigating and reporting bugs clearly including symptoms contextreproductionstepsand supporting evidence so issues can be resolved efficiently.

What We Are Looking For

You will thrive in this role if you are curiousmethodicaland comfortable working in a collaborative agile team where quality is everyones responsibility.

• Proven experience inmanual testing within an agile environment including testing complex user stories and bug fixes using functional and exploratory testing approaches.

• Ability to work collaboratively in across-functional team engaging proactively with othertestersdevelopersand business analysts.

• Strong investigation and reporting skills with amethodical and pragmatic approach to understanding issues and supporting efficient resolution.

Whatsin It for You

This role gives you the opportunity to make a visible impact on product quality while working in a supportive team that values collaborationlearningand continuous improvement.

• You will be part of across-functional podwith manual testers automation testersdevelopersand business analysts.

• You will work across thefull development lifecycle contributing early insight as well as hands-on testing.

• A 35hour working week with flexible hybrid working

• 25 days annual leave (rising to 30) plus Christmas closure days

• Excellent pension (up to 11.5% employer contribution)

Diversity and Inclusion Statement

At AQA we are committed to fostering a workplace that celebrates diversity and promotes equity and inclusion. We believe that a diverse team brings richer perspectives and drives better outcomes. Our ED&I strategy ensures that everyone-regardless of religion ethnicity gender identity or expression age disability sexual orientation or background-is valued respected and empowered to thrive. We actively promote inclusive language avoid stereotypes and strive for representation across all dimensions of diversity.

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and lived experiences.

Application Process

To apply pleasesubmityour CV through the AQA careers site.

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Full Job Description

Summary

Purpose:

To play a key role in delivering high quality software through thorough manual testing early and ongoing feedback and close collaboration within a cross functional team. The role contributes to reliable and efficient delivery by identifying risks and defects and sharing testing insights as the product :

Were entering an exciting scaleup phase and are looking for people who enjoy working closely with others are comfortable with change and want to make a meaningful impact while the product and ways of working continue to evolve.

As a Manual Software Tester youll be part of a cross functional pod made up of Manual and Automation Testers Developers and Business Analysts. Youll be involved across the full development lifecycle; from reviewing user stories and providing early feedback manually testing new features and bug fixes carrying out manual regression testing attending sprint ceremonies and playing an active role in delivering high quality work.

This role is focused on manual testing and while automation experience is not a requirement an interest in test automation or broader quality practices is valued and may be supported over time depending on team and product needs.

Activities:

Review user stories and acceptance criteria providing early feedback to help prevent issues and improve clarity before development begins.
Perform functional testing of new features using defined acceptance criteria alongside exploratory and edgecase testing informed by strong product and domain knowledge.
Apply analytical and problem solving skills to understand…