About Us
STV is Scotland’s leading digital media brand. Each month, our commercial broadcast channel reaches 3.5 million viewers and the STV Player is the fastest growing Video on Demand service in the UK. This role is a unique opportunity to work on a multi-platform product that reaches a huge national audience across Scotland and more recently across the whole of the UK.
STV are on a mission to become Scotland’s digital entertainment hub. The world of media streaming is fast-paced and constantly changing and STV is determined to lead the way with our new digital strategy. Our development teams are working to transform our video streaming service, STV Player, into a world-class platform. Our challenge is to blend leading-edge technology with intuitive user interfaces and engaging user experiences.
About the role
We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Software Tester to support the development of our digital products and platforms. Working in a fast paced, collaborative environment you will primarily be responsible for ensuring all ‘hands-on’ testing activity is undertaken within our scrum team.
You will be able to work well on your own and also be happy to assist the Lead Tester when required and contribute to overall continuous improvement within the team. You will be involved in development testing across STV’s multiple digital platforms including mobile, web, connected TVs and set-top boxes.
Key responsibilities:
Undertake ‘hands-on’ functional and regression testing across the broad range of STV digital products and platforms ranging from Smart TV’s, set-top boxes, tablet devices and smart phones.
Creation and execution of detailed test plans and test cases to support new product development and enhancements.
Tackle software requirements thoroughly with in depth thinking of all possible scenarios to obtain the best test coverage possible.
Demonstrate ability to think outside the box when creating test plans and test cases to push the boundaries of requirements in advance of work being ready to test.
Adhere to the test/defect management processes
Effectively communicate defects to the development team and work with the development team to ensure efficient resolution of these defects.
Reviewing requirements – wireframes/UI designs, focussing on testability and identification of test cases (both manual and automation candidates) and expected results.
Participate in Scrum meetings (e.g. planning, daily stand up, review and retrospectives).
Assist in any other aspect of the work of the Company as reasonably required.
Skills and Experience:
Demonstrable experience of testing mobile apps and web applications is essential.
ISTQB certification or equivalent agile based testing certification is desirable.
Educated to degree level.
Practical knowledge of Agile development test design methodologies and techniques desired.
Familiarity with defect tracking systems.
Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently whilst ensuring quality of testing at all times.
Capable of communicating with a range of stakeholders.
Ability to analyse data and solve complex problems.
High levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
Test automation experience/skills is desirable.
Eagerness to learn and develop skills i.e. in test automation.
Demonstrable passion for technology and ensuring consistency of quality in every development project.
Benefits
There are plenty of reasons why it’s great to work at STV, here are just a few of the perks for you;
25 days paid annual leave and 9 public holidays per annum, with the option to buy more through our Holiday Extras
An extra day’s holiday on your birthday.
Healthcare cash plan providing Company contributions towards dental, optical, wellbeing or other healthcare costs.
Company pension contribution.
Cycle to work scheme.
Season ticket travel loan.
On-site occupational health service.
Flexible benefits portal providing a range of retail and gym discounts.
APPLY
To apply please send your expression of interest to hr@stv.tv
Closing date: 30 May 2022
STV is committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce and to equality of opportunity for all. We encourage applications from candidates currently under-represented in our industry, so we are keen to hear from people from a Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic background, disabled people and those from a lower socio-economic background. We are a Disability Confident employer and are committed to offering an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum eligibility criteria for the role.
May 16, 2022
Full time
About Us
STV is Scotland’s leading digital media brand. Each month, our commercial broadcast channel reaches 3.5 million viewers and the STV Player is the fastest growing Video on Demand service in the UK. This role is a unique opportunity to work on a multi-platform product that reaches a huge national audience across Scotland and more recently across the whole of the UK.
STV are on a mission to become Scotland’s digital entertainment hub. The world of media streaming is fast-paced and constantly changing and STV is determined to lead the way with our new digital strategy. Our development teams are working to transform our video streaming service, STV Player, into a world-class platform. Our challenge is to blend leading-edge technology with intuitive user interfaces and engaging user experiences.
About the role
We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Software Tester to support the development of our digital products and platforms. Working in a fast paced, collaborative environment you will primarily be responsible for ensuring all ‘hands-on’ testing activity is undertaken within our scrum team.
You will be able to work well on your own and also be happy to assist the Lead Tester when required and contribute to overall continuous improvement within the team. You will be involved in development testing across STV’s multiple digital platforms including mobile, web, connected TVs and set-top boxes.
Key responsibilities:
Undertake ‘hands-on’ functional and regression testing across the broad range of STV digital products and platforms ranging from Smart TV’s, set-top boxes, tablet devices and smart phones.
Creation and execution of detailed test plans and test cases to support new product development and enhancements.
Tackle software requirements thoroughly with in depth thinking of all possible scenarios to obtain the best test coverage possible.
Demonstrate ability to think outside the box when creating test plans and test cases to push the boundaries of requirements in advance of work being ready to test.
Adhere to the test/defect management processes
Effectively communicate defects to the development team and work with the development team to ensure efficient resolution of these defects.
Reviewing requirements – wireframes/UI designs, focussing on testability and identification of test cases (both manual and automation candidates) and expected results.
Participate in Scrum meetings (e.g. planning, daily stand up, review and retrospectives).
Assist in any other aspect of the work of the Company as reasonably required.
Skills and Experience:
Demonstrable experience of testing mobile apps and web applications is essential.
ISTQB certification or equivalent agile based testing certification is desirable.
Educated to degree level.
Practical knowledge of Agile development test design methodologies and techniques desired.
Familiarity with defect tracking systems.
Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently whilst ensuring quality of testing at all times.
Capable of communicating with a range of stakeholders.
Ability to analyse data and solve complex problems.
High levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
Test automation experience/skills is desirable.
Eagerness to learn and develop skills i.e. in test automation.
Demonstrable passion for technology and ensuring consistency of quality in every development project.
Benefits
There are plenty of reasons why it’s great to work at STV, here are just a few of the perks for you;
25 days paid annual leave and 9 public holidays per annum, with the option to buy more through our Holiday Extras
An extra day’s holiday on your birthday.
Healthcare cash plan providing Company contributions towards dental, optical, wellbeing or other healthcare costs.
Company pension contribution.
Cycle to work scheme.
Season ticket travel loan.
On-site occupational health service.
Flexible benefits portal providing a range of retail and gym discounts.
APPLY
To apply please send your expression of interest to hr@stv.tv
Closing date: 30 May 2022
STV is committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce and to equality of opportunity for all. We encourage applications from candidates currently under-represented in our industry, so we are keen to hear from people from a Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic background, disabled people and those from a lower socio-economic background. We are a Disability Confident employer and are committed to offering an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum eligibility criteria for the role.
Embedded Software Tester A world-leading innovator in computer graphics, video capture, and digital display technology are seeking a Software Tester to join their team based in Derby. The company has a strong reputation for delivering class-leading products and effective customer support across various markets across the world. This is a perfect role for someone who has experience in embedded software testing and a passion for technology, and excellent communication. Responsibilities: • Analyze requirements and design tests accordingly. • Write, maintain, and execute manual and automated tests to validate acceptance criteria. • Manage and maintain test scripts for continuous integration testing. • Collaborate within the software team using agile methods, including sprint activities. • Self-manage workload across multiple teams when possible. Skills and Experience: • Minimum 3 years of software testing experience, preferably in embedded systems. • Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle and agile methodologies. • Experience with REST API and networking protocols (e.g., HTTP/TCP-IP). • Familiarity with version control systems such as Azure Devops and Git • Proficiency in Python and Bash scripting. • Knowledge of Linux operating systems. • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. • Strong problem-solving abilities. Benefits: 27 days holiday (plus 8 additional bank holidays), BUPA Private Healthcare, Flexible holiday scheme, 5% employer pension contribution, annual profit share bonus scheme, Flexitime policy between 7am-7pm, Cycle2Work scheme, life assurance. This role is hybrid and you will need to be able to go to the office as required with a minimum of 1 day a week onsite.
Mar 29, 2024
Full time
Embedded Software Tester A world-leading innovator in computer graphics, video capture, and digital display technology are seeking a Software Tester to join their team based in Derby. The company has a strong reputation for delivering class-leading products and effective customer support across various markets across the world. This is a perfect role for someone who has experience in embedded software testing and a passion for technology, and excellent communication. Responsibilities: • Analyze requirements and design tests accordingly. • Write, maintain, and execute manual and automated tests to validate acceptance criteria. • Manage and maintain test scripts for continuous integration testing. • Collaborate within the software team using agile methods, including sprint activities. • Self-manage workload across multiple teams when possible. Skills and Experience: • Minimum 3 years of software testing experience, preferably in embedded systems. • Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle and agile methodologies. • Experience with REST API and networking protocols (e.g., HTTP/TCP-IP). • Familiarity with version control systems such as Azure Devops and Git • Proficiency in Python and Bash scripting. • Knowledge of Linux operating systems. • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. • Strong problem-solving abilities. Benefits: 27 days holiday (plus 8 additional bank holidays), BUPA Private Healthcare, Flexible holiday scheme, 5% employer pension contribution, annual profit share bonus scheme, Flexitime policy between 7am-7pm, Cycle2Work scheme, life assurance. This role is hybrid and you will need to be able to go to the office as required with a minimum of 1 day a week onsite.
Software Tester, Manual, Agile, Fully Remote, COR5669 The Role A Software Tester is required to join a thriving company looking for a new talented team member. The Software Tester will utilise their strong experience with manual testing -both web and cross browser testing - and great eye for detail to explore and resolve defects in this crucial software. The Company The Software Tester will join a thriving FinTech company. The Software Tester will contribute to a great team environment, which rewards hard work and technical curiosity. The role offers the successful Software Tester the opportunity to work on a completely remote basis. Benefits Some of the benefits on offer for the Software Tester, include: Remote working 25 days holiday Contributory pension scheme What's Required? The ideal candidate for the role will have some of the following: A solid understanding of the software lifecycle with substantial experience of manual web and cross browser testing My client's software is hosted on AWS, so any experience with cloud technologies would be beneficial Experience with the Windows operating system, plus with test management software Thorough knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite, in particular with Excel Any experience testing API's (Postman) or within finance, payments or with Bacs would be advantageous The list above is important, but not as important as hiring the right person! So if you don't meet all of the criteria above, but feel the role is of interest, please apply or get in touch today to discuss further. So What's Next? If you are a Software Tester currently, or looking to harness your career in this direction, and would like to know more about this excellent opportunity; apply now for immediate consideration! Software Tester, Manual, Agile, Fully Remote, COR5669 Corriculo Ltd acts as an employment agency and an employment business.
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
Software Tester, Manual, Agile, Fully Remote, COR5669 The Role A Software Tester is required to join a thriving company looking for a new talented team member. The Software Tester will utilise their strong experience with manual testing -both web and cross browser testing - and great eye for detail to explore and resolve defects in this crucial software. The Company The Software Tester will join a thriving FinTech company. The Software Tester will contribute to a great team environment, which rewards hard work and technical curiosity. The role offers the successful Software Tester the opportunity to work on a completely remote basis. Benefits Some of the benefits on offer for the Software Tester, include: Remote working 25 days holiday Contributory pension scheme What's Required? The ideal candidate for the role will have some of the following: A solid understanding of the software lifecycle with substantial experience of manual web and cross browser testing My client's software is hosted on AWS, so any experience with cloud technologies would be beneficial Experience with the Windows operating system, plus with test management software Thorough knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite, in particular with Excel Any experience testing API's (Postman) or within finance, payments or with Bacs would be advantageous The list above is important, but not as important as hiring the right person! So if you don't meet all of the criteria above, but feel the role is of interest, please apply or get in touch today to discuss further. So What's Next? If you are a Software Tester currently, or looking to harness your career in this direction, and would like to know more about this excellent opportunity; apply now for immediate consideration! Software Tester, Manual, Agile, Fully Remote, COR5669 Corriculo Ltd acts as an employment agency and an employment business.
CEF - City Electrical Factors
Durham, County Durham
About CEF: At CEF we have a bold ambition for growth. We are passionate about delivering an unrivalled service for our customers and providing a strong culture with career opportunities for our people. Across IT we are on an exciting mission to ensure we harness our growth opportunities by designing our technology architecture and solutions for constant evolution. We recognise that technology and data are at the forefront of enabling our business to better serve our customers today and in the future. We have a fast-growing technology team delivering a portfolio of transformative work, expanding our digital options, and upgrading and future-proofing our systems to place us at the forefront of the marketplace. We believe that teams who design, own and run our technology solutions are more connected to the value they create. We are always looking to improve, collaborate and innovate and this is where you come in Life as a QA Test Analyst at CEF: As a QA Test Analyst at CityIT you will be an integral part of our new Workday implementation project. In the longer term you will play a significant role towards the company vision of moving the existing windows based CEF bespoke systems to a modern SaaS application(Workday) along with the introduction and nurturing of innovation within. You'll be used to working on a broader view of QA, ideally with integrations and experience working with complex ERP or finance systems. You'll be part of our Global Finance IT team that work collaboratively across our UK and USA teams to deliver best-in-class finance systems used by the whole organisation. Your Objectives: Creation and execution of test scripts, recording the outcome, and creating and escalating defects and tracking issues to completion Hands on testing of all parts of a Windows based ERP system Working in a cross functional team of other software testers, business analysts andsubject-matter-experts to understand and document the existing system Collaborating with members of the development team to provide Test feedback and specific test outcomes Testing of interfaces and integration with other modules, products or sites Preparation and execution of test plans and test scripts, along with amending and updating of test materials with a mindset for continuous improvement Performing static testing and impact assessment of Design and Change Request documentation Key Skills and Experience: Experience performing manual tests on Windows based systems in an Agile environment Excellent attention to detail, able to effectively track, report and resolve quality issues Understanding of software specification requirements, and the ability to interpret acceptance criteria and derive tests accordingly Experience testing the integration points between modules, applications and systems Excellent written and verbal communication skills Interview Process: Screening Call with Talent Acquisition (30 mins) Microsoft Teams call with our Software Engineering Lead and our Global Test and Assurance Practice Lead (30 mins) Microsoft Teams call with our Global Head of Finance IT, Software Engineering Lead and Global Test and Assurance Practice Lead (90 mins) Package: Competitive basic salary Annual IT Bonus scheme Our teams predominantly work remotely but we have an award-winning IT Headquarters based in Durham where you'll always receive a warm welcome! Pension: 3% employee / 3% employer (Total 6%) Champion Health - a comprehensive physical, mental & financial wellbeing platform, offering bespoke content on all aspects of wellbeing & life Free use of the state-of-the-art private gym at our IT Headquarters Location Our Finance IT Team like to get together in the Durham office on occasion. This is optional and the role is predominantly home based however there may be some required travel to the Durham or Kenilworth office for team meetings and other events.
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
About CEF: At CEF we have a bold ambition for growth. We are passionate about delivering an unrivalled service for our customers and providing a strong culture with career opportunities for our people. Across IT we are on an exciting mission to ensure we harness our growth opportunities by designing our technology architecture and solutions for constant evolution. We recognise that technology and data are at the forefront of enabling our business to better serve our customers today and in the future. We have a fast-growing technology team delivering a portfolio of transformative work, expanding our digital options, and upgrading and future-proofing our systems to place us at the forefront of the marketplace. We believe that teams who design, own and run our technology solutions are more connected to the value they create. We are always looking to improve, collaborate and innovate and this is where you come in Life as a QA Test Analyst at CEF: As a QA Test Analyst at CityIT you will be an integral part of our new Workday implementation project. In the longer term you will play a significant role towards the company vision of moving the existing windows based CEF bespoke systems to a modern SaaS application(Workday) along with the introduction and nurturing of innovation within. You'll be used to working on a broader view of QA, ideally with integrations and experience working with complex ERP or finance systems. You'll be part of our Global Finance IT team that work collaboratively across our UK and USA teams to deliver best-in-class finance systems used by the whole organisation. Your Objectives: Creation and execution of test scripts, recording the outcome, and creating and escalating defects and tracking issues to completion Hands on testing of all parts of a Windows based ERP system Working in a cross functional team of other software testers, business analysts andsubject-matter-experts to understand and document the existing system Collaborating with members of the development team to provide Test feedback and specific test outcomes Testing of interfaces and integration with other modules, products or sites Preparation and execution of test plans and test scripts, along with amending and updating of test materials with a mindset for continuous improvement Performing static testing and impact assessment of Design and Change Request documentation Key Skills and Experience: Experience performing manual tests on Windows based systems in an Agile environment Excellent attention to detail, able to effectively track, report and resolve quality issues Understanding of software specification requirements, and the ability to interpret acceptance criteria and derive tests accordingly Experience testing the integration points between modules, applications and systems Excellent written and verbal communication skills Interview Process: Screening Call with Talent Acquisition (30 mins) Microsoft Teams call with our Software Engineering Lead and our Global Test and Assurance Practice Lead (30 mins) Microsoft Teams call with our Global Head of Finance IT, Software Engineering Lead and Global Test and Assurance Practice Lead (90 mins) Package: Competitive basic salary Annual IT Bonus scheme Our teams predominantly work remotely but we have an award-winning IT Headquarters based in Durham where you'll always receive a warm welcome! Pension: 3% employee / 3% employer (Total 6%) Champion Health - a comprehensive physical, mental & financial wellbeing platform, offering bespoke content on all aspects of wellbeing & life Free use of the state-of-the-art private gym at our IT Headquarters Location Our Finance IT Team like to get together in the Durham office on occasion. This is optional and the role is predominantly home based however there may be some required travel to the Durham or Kenilworth office for team meetings and other events.
Software Test Engineer Up to 80,000 + Bonus Gloucestershire Active DV Clearance Required 2 Stage Interview Process Yolk Recruitment is working with a National Security / Defence Consultancy looking to grow their test engineering function. They're looking for experienced test engineers to join their Gloucestershire, Ipswich or London locations. If successful you will join an experienced team ensuring the reliability, performance, and quality of secure software products. You will work closely with the development team to create and execute comprehensive test plans, identify and report defects, and collaborate to ensure the delivery of top-notch software to clients. Automation experience is preferred but the company will look at strong manual testers looking to step up into an automation role. The role requires active DV security clearance. What you will be doing: Develop, implement, and maintain test strategies and plans for software projects. Create and execute test cases, scripts, and scenarios to verify software functionality, performance, and reliability. Identify, document, and track software defects, and work with the development team to resolve issues. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and user stories. Automate testing processes to improve efficiency and test coverage. The experience you will bring to the team: Active DV clearance (essential). Experience with API testing. Knowledge of Linux. Hands-on experience in using automated testing frameworks. Understanding of Non-Functional, Load or Performance testing. JIRA, Confluence or any backlog or test management tooling. What you will receive in return: Salary up to 80,000. Guaranteed 5,000 bonus + 10% annual performance bonus. Private medical insurance. Enhanced pension scheme. 25 days holiday (bank holidays on top). Got your attention? If you believe that you have the skills and experience for the role - then please get in touch. We also offer a referral scheme for any candidates whose details are passed to us that we successfully place. If you have any further questions then please contact Ryan Harris at Yolk Recruitment. Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities. 'Yolk Recruitment Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Yolk Recruitment Limited is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
Software Test Engineer Up to 80,000 + Bonus Gloucestershire Active DV Clearance Required 2 Stage Interview Process Yolk Recruitment is working with a National Security / Defence Consultancy looking to grow their test engineering function. They're looking for experienced test engineers to join their Gloucestershire, Ipswich or London locations. If successful you will join an experienced team ensuring the reliability, performance, and quality of secure software products. You will work closely with the development team to create and execute comprehensive test plans, identify and report defects, and collaborate to ensure the delivery of top-notch software to clients. Automation experience is preferred but the company will look at strong manual testers looking to step up into an automation role. The role requires active DV security clearance. What you will be doing: Develop, implement, and maintain test strategies and plans for software projects. Create and execute test cases, scripts, and scenarios to verify software functionality, performance, and reliability. Identify, document, and track software defects, and work with the development team to resolve issues. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and user stories. Automate testing processes to improve efficiency and test coverage. The experience you will bring to the team: Active DV clearance (essential). Experience with API testing. Knowledge of Linux. Hands-on experience in using automated testing frameworks. Understanding of Non-Functional, Load or Performance testing. JIRA, Confluence or any backlog or test management tooling. What you will receive in return: Salary up to 80,000. Guaranteed 5,000 bonus + 10% annual performance bonus. Private medical insurance. Enhanced pension scheme. 25 days holiday (bank holidays on top). Got your attention? If you believe that you have the skills and experience for the role - then please get in touch. We also offer a referral scheme for any candidates whose details are passed to us that we successfully place. If you have any further questions then please contact Ryan Harris at Yolk Recruitment. Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities. 'Yolk Recruitment Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Yolk Recruitment Limited is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Software Test Engineer Up to 80,000 + Bonus Gloucestershire Active DV Clearance Required 2 Stage Interview Process Yolk Recruitment is working with a National Security / Defence Consultancy looking to grow their test engineering function. They're looking for experienced test engineers to join their Gloucestershire, Ipswich or London locations. If successful you will join an experienced team ensuring the reliability, performance, and quality of secure software products. You will work closely with the development team to create and execute comprehensive test plans, identify and report defects, and collaborate to ensure the delivery of top-notch software to clients. Automation experience is preferred but the company will look at strong manual testers looking to step up into an automation role. The role requires active DV security clearance. What you will be doing: Develop, implement, and maintain test strategies and plans for software projects. Create and execute test cases, scripts, and scenarios to verify software functionality, performance, and reliability. Identify, document, and track software defects, and work with the development team to resolve issues. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and user stories. Automate testing processes to improve efficiency and test coverage. The experience you will bring to the team: Active DV clearance (essential). Experience with API testing. Knowledge of Linux. Hands-on experience in using automated testing frameworks. Understanding of Non-Functional, Load or Performance testing. JIRA, Confluence or any backlog or test management tooling. What you will receive in return: Salary up to 80,000. Guaranteed 5,000 bonus + 10% annual performance bonus. Private medical insurance. Enhanced pension scheme. 25 days holiday (bank holidays on top). Got your attention? If you believe that you have the skills and experience for the role - then please get in touch. We also offer a referral scheme for any candidates whose details are passed to us that we successfully place. If you have any further questions then please contact Ryan Harris at Yolk Recruitment. Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities. 'Yolk Recruitment Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Yolk Recruitment Limited is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
Software Test Engineer Up to 80,000 + Bonus Gloucestershire Active DV Clearance Required 2 Stage Interview Process Yolk Recruitment is working with a National Security / Defence Consultancy looking to grow their test engineering function. They're looking for experienced test engineers to join their Gloucestershire, Ipswich or London locations. If successful you will join an experienced team ensuring the reliability, performance, and quality of secure software products. You will work closely with the development team to create and execute comprehensive test plans, identify and report defects, and collaborate to ensure the delivery of top-notch software to clients. Automation experience is preferred but the company will look at strong manual testers looking to step up into an automation role. The role requires active DV security clearance. What you will be doing: Develop, implement, and maintain test strategies and plans for software projects. Create and execute test cases, scripts, and scenarios to verify software functionality, performance, and reliability. Identify, document, and track software defects, and work with the development team to resolve issues. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and user stories. Automate testing processes to improve efficiency and test coverage. The experience you will bring to the team: Active DV clearance (essential). Experience with API testing. Knowledge of Linux. Hands-on experience in using automated testing frameworks. Understanding of Non-Functional, Load or Performance testing. JIRA, Confluence or any backlog or test management tooling. What you will receive in return: Salary up to 80,000. Guaranteed 5,000 bonus + 10% annual performance bonus. Private medical insurance. Enhanced pension scheme. 25 days holiday (bank holidays on top). Got your attention? If you believe that you have the skills and experience for the role - then please get in touch. We also offer a referral scheme for any candidates whose details are passed to us that we successfully place. If you have any further questions then please contact Ryan Harris at Yolk Recruitment. Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities. 'Yolk Recruitment Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Yolk Recruitment Limited is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Software Test Engineer Up to 80,000 + Bonus Gloucestershire Eligibility for Security Clearance Required 2 Stage Interview Process Yolk Recruitment is working with a National Security / Defence Consultancy looking to grow their test engineering function. They're looking for experienced test engineers to join their Gloucestershire or Ipswich divisions. If successful you will join an experienced team ensuring the reliability, performance, and quality of secure software products. You will work closely with the development team to create and execute comprehensive test plans, identify and report defects, and collaborate to ensure the delivery of top-notch software to clients. Automation experience is preferred but the company will look at strong manual testers looking to step up into an automation role. The role requires active eligibility for high level security clearance. What you will be doing: Develop, implement, and maintain test strategies and plans for software projects. Create and execute test cases, scripts, and scenarios to verify software functionality, performance, and reliability. Identify, document, and track software defects, and work with the development team to resolve issues. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and user stories. Automate testing processes to improve efficiency and test coverage. The experience you will bring to the team: Security clearance eligibility. Experience with API testing. Knowledge of Linux. Hands-on experience in using automated testing frameworks. Understanding of Non-Functional, Load or Performance testing. JIRA, Confluence or any backlog or test management tooling. What you will receive in return: Salary up to 80,000. Guaranteed 5,000 bonus + 10% annual performance bonus. Private medical insurance. Enhanced pension scheme. 25 days holiday (bank holidays on top). Got your attention? If you believe that you have the skills and experience for the role - then please get in touch. We also offer a referral scheme for any candidates whose details are passed to us that we successfully place. If you have any further questions then please contact Ryan Harris at Yolk Recruitment. Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities. 'Yolk Recruitment Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Yolk Recruitment Limited is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
Software Test Engineer Up to 80,000 + Bonus Gloucestershire Eligibility for Security Clearance Required 2 Stage Interview Process Yolk Recruitment is working with a National Security / Defence Consultancy looking to grow their test engineering function. They're looking for experienced test engineers to join their Gloucestershire or Ipswich divisions. If successful you will join an experienced team ensuring the reliability, performance, and quality of secure software products. You will work closely with the development team to create and execute comprehensive test plans, identify and report defects, and collaborate to ensure the delivery of top-notch software to clients. Automation experience is preferred but the company will look at strong manual testers looking to step up into an automation role. The role requires active eligibility for high level security clearance. What you will be doing: Develop, implement, and maintain test strategies and plans for software projects. Create and execute test cases, scripts, and scenarios to verify software functionality, performance, and reliability. Identify, document, and track software defects, and work with the development team to resolve issues. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and user stories. Automate testing processes to improve efficiency and test coverage. The experience you will bring to the team: Security clearance eligibility. Experience with API testing. Knowledge of Linux. Hands-on experience in using automated testing frameworks. Understanding of Non-Functional, Load or Performance testing. JIRA, Confluence or any backlog or test management tooling. What you will receive in return: Salary up to 80,000. Guaranteed 5,000 bonus + 10% annual performance bonus. Private medical insurance. Enhanced pension scheme. 25 days holiday (bank holidays on top). Got your attention? If you believe that you have the skills and experience for the role - then please get in touch. We also offer a referral scheme for any candidates whose details are passed to us that we successfully place. If you have any further questions then please contact Ryan Harris at Yolk Recruitment. Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities. 'Yolk Recruitment Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Yolk Recruitment Limited is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Role: QA Test Engineer Location: Remote Contract Length: 1 year Pay rate: £350-£450 Outside IR35 Job Description: Our client has always applied the best of technology to improve people's lives. Now our SaaS technology is fuelling a new era in the healthcare industry, with dynamic systems that change the way people receive care in settings outside of the hospital-and tools that work every day to help people stay well, longer. We have one of the largest actionable datasets in the industry, creating a complete view of people as they move between care settings. This is how we empower providers-with vital insight to deliver the care people need, right when they need it. We're also ensuring that our health solutions connect to other companies' networks because when objectives align, everyone wins. As we work today to drive better care and lower costs, we're developing more personalized solutions for tomorrow, utilizing machine learning, intelligent care paths, and predictive protocols. If you are an innovator who wants to make an impact we want to talk to you! We are looking for a Contract Engineer, Software Test Engineering to join our clients team. This position reports to the Manager of Software Engineering and will provide direction and expertise in different testing modalities in an agile development environment. This is a term position that terminates in January 2025. As a Quality Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and curating manual and automated test suites, collaborating with other engineers to ensure comprehensive test coverage, and taking a data-driven approach to maintaining the relevance of these suites. You will participate in all testing activities to drive quality and build quality and security in our system. Responsibilities: Work closely with Product Managers and Software Engineers to define and understand the desired outcome. Participate in the discovery process with an eye for risk mitigation and quality. Develop and maintain testing artifacts and documentation. Identify and apply the right testing approach with test suites that provide accurate and quick feedback to the development process. Contribute to continuously improving the quality practices, tooling, and processes that support the team mission. Contribute to the growth and career development of more junior team members. Support the development process from ideation to code deployments and feature releases. Qualifications and experience: You are a detail-oriented team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills who seek continuous learning and improvement. You are a technologist with 2+ years of experience in software testing and test automation. You have some experience in C# or Java-based automated test development You have experience in writing basic SQL queries for test verification You have experience working with ALM tools (Azure DevOps, Github, Jira) and Git. You have experience in end-to-end test frameworks, such as Selenium, including using behavior-driven development (BDD) with frameworks like Cucumber. You have experience in API testing using tools like Postman and Newman. You are familiar with the most common security vulnerabilities in web applications (e.g., OWASP Top Ten) and can design tests to catch them early. You understand ice cream cones are bad - tell us why in the interview. Preferred Skills/Experience: You have experience with non-functional testing, using load test tools like k6 or JMeter. Planet Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
Role: QA Test Engineer Location: Remote Contract Length: 1 year Pay rate: £350-£450 Outside IR35 Job Description: Our client has always applied the best of technology to improve people's lives. Now our SaaS technology is fuelling a new era in the healthcare industry, with dynamic systems that change the way people receive care in settings outside of the hospital-and tools that work every day to help people stay well, longer. We have one of the largest actionable datasets in the industry, creating a complete view of people as they move between care settings. This is how we empower providers-with vital insight to deliver the care people need, right when they need it. We're also ensuring that our health solutions connect to other companies' networks because when objectives align, everyone wins. As we work today to drive better care and lower costs, we're developing more personalized solutions for tomorrow, utilizing machine learning, intelligent care paths, and predictive protocols. If you are an innovator who wants to make an impact we want to talk to you! We are looking for a Contract Engineer, Software Test Engineering to join our clients team. This position reports to the Manager of Software Engineering and will provide direction and expertise in different testing modalities in an agile development environment. This is a term position that terminates in January 2025. As a Quality Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and curating manual and automated test suites, collaborating with other engineers to ensure comprehensive test coverage, and taking a data-driven approach to maintaining the relevance of these suites. You will participate in all testing activities to drive quality and build quality and security in our system. Responsibilities: Work closely with Product Managers and Software Engineers to define and understand the desired outcome. Participate in the discovery process with an eye for risk mitigation and quality. Develop and maintain testing artifacts and documentation. Identify and apply the right testing approach with test suites that provide accurate and quick feedback to the development process. Contribute to continuously improving the quality practices, tooling, and processes that support the team mission. Contribute to the growth and career development of more junior team members. Support the development process from ideation to code deployments and feature releases. Qualifications and experience: You are a detail-oriented team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills who seek continuous learning and improvement. You are a technologist with 2+ years of experience in software testing and test automation. You have some experience in C# or Java-based automated test development You have experience in writing basic SQL queries for test verification You have experience working with ALM tools (Azure DevOps, Github, Jira) and Git. You have experience in end-to-end test frameworks, such as Selenium, including using behavior-driven development (BDD) with frameworks like Cucumber. You have experience in API testing using tools like Postman and Newman. You are familiar with the most common security vulnerabilities in web applications (e.g., OWASP Top Ten) and can design tests to catch them early. You understand ice cream cones are bad - tell us why in the interview. Preferred Skills/Experience: You have experience with non-functional testing, using load test tools like k6 or JMeter. Planet Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Do you want to work for a software company that are helping to fight against crime? We're hiring a Software Tester to work for a Cambridge based business, offering a salary of up to 65,000 (DOE) and flexible working. During the early days, it would be preferable for you to be on-site a few days a week to embed yourself into the company and learn about the products, after which you will have flexibility as they are a remote-first business. This an exciting time to join the business, as they are looking to double their headcount in the next year. You will be reporting to the development manager, and you will be working across two agile-scrum teams as the sole QA engineer. Due to the nature of this work, you will need to be eligible for a security clearance, if you already have one, this would be a real plus! They are looking for someone with: - A background in data analysis, and solid manual and automation testing experience - Web, API, UAT, and Windows Desktop testing - Experience with Selenium WebDriver, or similar - Experience in creating and leading the execution of release test plans as well as designing and deploying repeatable test environments - Proficiency in data analysis, statistics, and the utilisation of reporting tools and methodologies, including SQL and Excel - Significant experience in closely collaborating with developers to comprehend software specifications and to verify new functionalities and rectifications - Proven capability in partnering with customer support teams to identify and resolve user issues through testing and a track record of formulating and overseeing the implementation of test plans for software releases - Previous involvement in Agile project environments It would also be a real advantage if: - You have prior experience in deploying tests within Azure environments (i.e DevTest labs) - Familiarity with Azure DevOps or equivalent platforms for managing test plans, deployment flows, and environments. - Existing or past security clearances (NPPV+SC level - ISTQB certified - You've previously worked in a data analytics company The interviews will be going ahead from 4th April onwards, this will be a 3 stage process. If you're interested, please hit apply!
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
Do you want to work for a software company that are helping to fight against crime? We're hiring a Software Tester to work for a Cambridge based business, offering a salary of up to 65,000 (DOE) and flexible working. During the early days, it would be preferable for you to be on-site a few days a week to embed yourself into the company and learn about the products, after which you will have flexibility as they are a remote-first business. This an exciting time to join the business, as they are looking to double their headcount in the next year. You will be reporting to the development manager, and you will be working across two agile-scrum teams as the sole QA engineer. Due to the nature of this work, you will need to be eligible for a security clearance, if you already have one, this would be a real plus! They are looking for someone with: - A background in data analysis, and solid manual and automation testing experience - Web, API, UAT, and Windows Desktop testing - Experience with Selenium WebDriver, or similar - Experience in creating and leading the execution of release test plans as well as designing and deploying repeatable test environments - Proficiency in data analysis, statistics, and the utilisation of reporting tools and methodologies, including SQL and Excel - Significant experience in closely collaborating with developers to comprehend software specifications and to verify new functionalities and rectifications - Proven capability in partnering with customer support teams to identify and resolve user issues through testing and a track record of formulating and overseeing the implementation of test plans for software releases - Previous involvement in Agile project environments It would also be a real advantage if: - You have prior experience in deploying tests within Azure environments (i.e DevTest labs) - Familiarity with Azure DevOps or equivalent platforms for managing test plans, deployment flows, and environments. - Existing or past security clearances (NPPV+SC level - ISTQB certified - You've previously worked in a data analytics company The interviews will be going ahead from 4th April onwards, this will be a 3 stage process. If you're interested, please hit apply!
Graduate Penetration Tester (Red Team) London / WFH to £40k Do you have an academic record of achievement combined with an interest in Cyber Security / Penetration Testing? You could be progressing your career as a Penetration Tester at a rapidly expanding scale-up software house that is developing a highly complex network cyber security platform, working on Greenfield projects, collaborating with, and learning from a hugely talented team. Your role: As a Graduate Penetration Tester you will manage client engagements, perform security tests and report findings; you'll be using an industry standard tools combined with in-house developed tools as well as carrying out manual reviews to discover any issues with customer infrastructure and web applications. You'll be pro-active and will have the opportunity within Red Team testing to try anything and everything to outmanoeuvre the defenders and gain access to customer networks. WFH Policy: There's a remote interview / onboarding process and the ability to work from home for the majority of the time with only occasional visits to the London, City offices (i.e. 2-3 times a month). Requirements: You're degree educated, having achieved a 2.1 or above from a Red Brick / Russel Group, top tier university - Computer Science, Engineering, Physics or Mathematics; MSc or PhD advantageous You have commercial experience with Penetration testing, Offensive Security, Red Team testing You have achieved one of the following certifications: CREST or OSCE or OSCP or OSEP You have experience of using different operating systems and networking technologies You have a good understanding (and interest in) low level concepts including operating systems and networking You have a keen interest in Cyber Security and understanding of key concepts and protocols You have excellent written and verbal communication skills What's in for you: As a Graduate Penetration Tester you will earn a competitive salary (to £40k) plus bonus and benefits including pension and continuous training and career development opportunities. Apply now to find out more about this Graduate Penetration Tester (Red Team) opportunity. At Client Server we believe in a diverse workplace that allows people to play to their strengths and continually learn. We're an equal opportunities employer whose people come from all walks of life and will never discriminate based on race, colour, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The clients we work with share our values.
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
Graduate Penetration Tester (Red Team) London / WFH to £40k Do you have an academic record of achievement combined with an interest in Cyber Security / Penetration Testing? You could be progressing your career as a Penetration Tester at a rapidly expanding scale-up software house that is developing a highly complex network cyber security platform, working on Greenfield projects, collaborating with, and learning from a hugely talented team. Your role: As a Graduate Penetration Tester you will manage client engagements, perform security tests and report findings; you'll be using an industry standard tools combined with in-house developed tools as well as carrying out manual reviews to discover any issues with customer infrastructure and web applications. You'll be pro-active and will have the opportunity within Red Team testing to try anything and everything to outmanoeuvre the defenders and gain access to customer networks. WFH Policy: There's a remote interview / onboarding process and the ability to work from home for the majority of the time with only occasional visits to the London, City offices (i.e. 2-3 times a month). Requirements: You're degree educated, having achieved a 2.1 or above from a Red Brick / Russel Group, top tier university - Computer Science, Engineering, Physics or Mathematics; MSc or PhD advantageous You have commercial experience with Penetration testing, Offensive Security, Red Team testing You have achieved one of the following certifications: CREST or OSCE or OSCP or OSEP You have experience of using different operating systems and networking technologies You have a good understanding (and interest in) low level concepts including operating systems and networking You have a keen interest in Cyber Security and understanding of key concepts and protocols You have excellent written and verbal communication skills What's in for you: As a Graduate Penetration Tester you will earn a competitive salary (to £40k) plus bonus and benefits including pension and continuous training and career development opportunities. Apply now to find out more about this Graduate Penetration Tester (Red Team) opportunity. At Client Server we believe in a diverse workplace that allows people to play to their strengths and continually learn. We're an equal opportunities employer whose people come from all walks of life and will never discriminate based on race, colour, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The clients we work with share our values.
- Tester - Remote - Excellent benefits - £45,000 - Calling all Testers . Do you want to work for the UK s leading provider and administrator of service plans, trusted by 15 of the world s foremost vehicle manufacturers - they are truly masters of aftersales relationships between car manufacturers and dealerships, delivering world-class customer service and support for post-sales care. You'll be joining a forward-thinking development team where you will perform manual and regression testing of web sites, APIs, business logic and reports, as required, and support the team in their increasing adoption of automated testing of new software. You'll ensure good quality software is delivered in line with timescales and produce easy to understand test cases and test scripts and providing a full audit of testing undertaken. This role holder will also act as a point of contact with commercial and operational stakeholders in their execution of User Acceptance Testing and provide support to the business in relation to errors identified in Production Software. What will you be up to with the development team? Support the delivery of new software and reporting requirements to the business through effective prioritisation and scheduling of work. Define, gather and manage the test data to support test cases for both functional (user stories) and non-functional requirements (NFRs). Execute test scripts making sure that any deviation between actual and expected results is clear at all times. Defect resolution / reduction through collaboration and communication with business and team members. Support a culture of continuous improvement with a focus on leveraging technical toolsets to provide the business with informative and trusted reporting. What it takes for you to join the team Knowledge of software development lifecycles. Experience of mastering new business systems and processes. Experience of Reports testing would be desirable. Knowledge of source control systems and implementing change control. JIRA and Test Management and scripting tools. Effective test design, test planning and scheduling. Creation of test cases from requirements. Experience of automated test tools. Ready for the challenge? Apply now and we'll be in touch shortly. Skills- Tester, Test Analyst, Software Test Analyst, manual testing, automated/regression testing, SDLC, JIRA, UAT Testing Tilt Recruitment are specialists in IT Recruitment. We work hard to find our candidates their perfect roles within fantastic organisations across the UK. If this role isn t right for you, please still get in touch with us as we may have other roles which may suit you better. We also offer up to £500 for every successful referral, if you know someone who matches this skill set please let us know. Tilt Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Mar 27, 2024
Full time
- Tester - Remote - Excellent benefits - £45,000 - Calling all Testers . Do you want to work for the UK s leading provider and administrator of service plans, trusted by 15 of the world s foremost vehicle manufacturers - they are truly masters of aftersales relationships between car manufacturers and dealerships, delivering world-class customer service and support for post-sales care. You'll be joining a forward-thinking development team where you will perform manual and regression testing of web sites, APIs, business logic and reports, as required, and support the team in their increasing adoption of automated testing of new software. You'll ensure good quality software is delivered in line with timescales and produce easy to understand test cases and test scripts and providing a full audit of testing undertaken. This role holder will also act as a point of contact with commercial and operational stakeholders in their execution of User Acceptance Testing and provide support to the business in relation to errors identified in Production Software. What will you be up to with the development team? Support the delivery of new software and reporting requirements to the business through effective prioritisation and scheduling of work. Define, gather and manage the test data to support test cases for both functional (user stories) and non-functional requirements (NFRs). Execute test scripts making sure that any deviation between actual and expected results is clear at all times. Defect resolution / reduction through collaboration and communication with business and team members. Support a culture of continuous improvement with a focus on leveraging technical toolsets to provide the business with informative and trusted reporting. What it takes for you to join the team Knowledge of software development lifecycles. Experience of mastering new business systems and processes. Experience of Reports testing would be desirable. Knowledge of source control systems and implementing change control. JIRA and Test Management and scripting tools. Effective test design, test planning and scheduling. Creation of test cases from requirements. Experience of automated test tools. Ready for the challenge? Apply now and we'll be in touch shortly. Skills- Tester, Test Analyst, Software Test Analyst, manual testing, automated/regression testing, SDLC, JIRA, UAT Testing Tilt Recruitment are specialists in IT Recruitment. We work hard to find our candidates their perfect roles within fantastic organisations across the UK. If this role isn t right for you, please still get in touch with us as we may have other roles which may suit you better. We also offer up to £500 for every successful referral, if you know someone who matches this skill set please let us know. Tilt Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
We are actively recruiting a Senior Software Test Engineer to help us on our mission of striving to make investing easier for all. You will carry out testing across a wide range of processes and systems - UI, API, back office (workflow) processes, 3rd party systems and integrations between all of these systems including end to end testing. You will be able to deliver tested, resilient and performant code against a fast paced environment. Your role will be pivotal in helping us achieve our mission by developing, shaping and iterating our customer applications. Along side this you will also be working with other software testers within the team to assist the Team Lead in balancing work flow and delegating tasks when required. You will be working on a product that will help shape the way that people invest in order to secure their future financial wellbeing. Working in a highly focused application development team you will be responsible for delivering against key company goals not just a set of features. You will have the opportunity to impact and shape the way we build products. Working in a small agile team will allow you to be both nimble whilst at the same time delivering value to the business. Our focus is on individuals and delivery rather than ceremonies and complex process. Main responsibilities: Coaching/developing testers, reviewing their work (peer review), delegation of work and/or setting tasks/targets/objectives Carry out testing across a wide range of processes and systems - including UI, API, back office (workflow) processes, 3rd party systems and integrations between all of these systems including end to end testing Understand and interpret business, functional and technical requirements Understand AJ Bell products and processes, and relevant Financial Services legislation Have input into how solutions are developed and delivered using knowledge and expertise to help deliver the best possible outcome for the customer Execute test scripts and record results using software testing tools (JIRA/XRAY) Raising bugs in a timely manner with sufficient detail to be fixed/reproduced Working alongside Technical Leads and Testers from Project inception to create and implement appropriate test automation approach to complement the manual testing and overall project deliveries. Being involved in exciting new research projects and proof of concepts Supporting User Acceptance Testing and release to Production Knowledge of Agile working practices and ability to apply its practice About you: The below are the skills and tools that we use but we don't expect you to have knowledge of everything, more a desire to learn and adopt these. Experience of working as a Senior Tester and delagating work to other testers within the team and being a first point of contact if they require help or assistance. Full understanding of the testing lifecycle & methodologies Create and design automated test scripts using the BDD methodology Maintain and enhance the existing automation frameworks Carry out exploratory testing within an Agile development environment Develop test tools, and extend test frameworks and test environments Proven experience testing APIs using integration tools Knowledge of Cypress, Gherkin, Page Object Model, PactumJS, TypeScript Technical understanding of processes under test and relevant related processes and the ability to test components An understanding of test automation concepts and their application Experience in CI / CD using tools such as Jenkins, Git, AWS CodePipeline Take an automation-first approach to test execution where possible Meticulous attention to detail Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate effectively with those in a technical role (e.g. developers) in addition to user About us: AJ Bell is one of the fastest-growing investment platform businesses in the UK offering an award-winning range of solutions that caters for everyone, from professional financial advisers, to DIY investors with little to no experience. We have over 484,000 customers using our award-winning platform propositions to manage assets totalling more than £76.2 billion. Our customers trust us with their investments, and by continuously striving to make investing easier, we aim to help even more people take control of their financial futures. Having listed on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange in December 2018, AJ Bell is now a FTSE 250 company. Headquartered in Manchester with offices in central London and Bristol, we now have over 1300 employees and have been named one of the UK's 'Best 100 Companies to Work For' for six consecutive years. What we offer: Starting salary of £45,000 - £55,000 (DOE) Generous holiday allowance increasing up to 31 days with service, plus bank holidays Holiday buy/sell scheme Hybrid working policy Casual dress code Discretionary bonus Contributory pension scheme Healthcare Cash Plan Dedicated time for proof-of-concepts and assessing new tech Support to attend conferences, events, and meet-ups Buy as you earn share scheme Free annual share scheme Paid study support for qualifications Enhanced maternity/paternity scheme from day one Bike loan Season ticket loan portal Discounted PMI and Dental On-site gym and personal trainer led classes Paid volunteering opportunities, free social events and more AJ Bell is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and all employees are empowered to bring their whole self to work. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, religion, physical and mental disability, marital status and any other characteristics protected by the Equality Act 2010. All decisions to hire are based on qualifications, merit and business need.
Mar 26, 2024
Full time
We are actively recruiting a Senior Software Test Engineer to help us on our mission of striving to make investing easier for all. You will carry out testing across a wide range of processes and systems - UI, API, back office (workflow) processes, 3rd party systems and integrations between all of these systems including end to end testing. You will be able to deliver tested, resilient and performant code against a fast paced environment. Your role will be pivotal in helping us achieve our mission by developing, shaping and iterating our customer applications. Along side this you will also be working with other software testers within the team to assist the Team Lead in balancing work flow and delegating tasks when required. You will be working on a product that will help shape the way that people invest in order to secure their future financial wellbeing. Working in a highly focused application development team you will be responsible for delivering against key company goals not just a set of features. You will have the opportunity to impact and shape the way we build products. Working in a small agile team will allow you to be both nimble whilst at the same time delivering value to the business. Our focus is on individuals and delivery rather than ceremonies and complex process. Main responsibilities: Coaching/developing testers, reviewing their work (peer review), delegation of work and/or setting tasks/targets/objectives Carry out testing across a wide range of processes and systems - including UI, API, back office (workflow) processes, 3rd party systems and integrations between all of these systems including end to end testing Understand and interpret business, functional and technical requirements Understand AJ Bell products and processes, and relevant Financial Services legislation Have input into how solutions are developed and delivered using knowledge and expertise to help deliver the best possible outcome for the customer Execute test scripts and record results using software testing tools (JIRA/XRAY) Raising bugs in a timely manner with sufficient detail to be fixed/reproduced Working alongside Technical Leads and Testers from Project inception to create and implement appropriate test automation approach to complement the manual testing and overall project deliveries. Being involved in exciting new research projects and proof of concepts Supporting User Acceptance Testing and release to Production Knowledge of Agile working practices and ability to apply its practice About you: The below are the skills and tools that we use but we don't expect you to have knowledge of everything, more a desire to learn and adopt these. Experience of working as a Senior Tester and delagating work to other testers within the team and being a first point of contact if they require help or assistance. Full understanding of the testing lifecycle & methodologies Create and design automated test scripts using the BDD methodology Maintain and enhance the existing automation frameworks Carry out exploratory testing within an Agile development environment Develop test tools, and extend test frameworks and test environments Proven experience testing APIs using integration tools Knowledge of Cypress, Gherkin, Page Object Model, PactumJS, TypeScript Technical understanding of processes under test and relevant related processes and the ability to test components An understanding of test automation concepts and their application Experience in CI / CD using tools such as Jenkins, Git, AWS CodePipeline Take an automation-first approach to test execution where possible Meticulous attention to detail Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate effectively with those in a technical role (e.g. developers) in addition to user About us: AJ Bell is one of the fastest-growing investment platform businesses in the UK offering an award-winning range of solutions that caters for everyone, from professional financial advisers, to DIY investors with little to no experience. We have over 484,000 customers using our award-winning platform propositions to manage assets totalling more than £76.2 billion. Our customers trust us with their investments, and by continuously striving to make investing easier, we aim to help even more people take control of their financial futures. Having listed on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange in December 2018, AJ Bell is now a FTSE 250 company. Headquartered in Manchester with offices in central London and Bristol, we now have over 1300 employees and have been named one of the UK's 'Best 100 Companies to Work For' for six consecutive years. What we offer: Starting salary of £45,000 - £55,000 (DOE) Generous holiday allowance increasing up to 31 days with service, plus bank holidays Holiday buy/sell scheme Hybrid working policy Casual dress code Discretionary bonus Contributory pension scheme Healthcare Cash Plan Dedicated time for proof-of-concepts and assessing new tech Support to attend conferences, events, and meet-ups Buy as you earn share scheme Free annual share scheme Paid study support for qualifications Enhanced maternity/paternity scheme from day one Bike loan Season ticket loan portal Discounted PMI and Dental On-site gym and personal trainer led classes Paid volunteering opportunities, free social events and more AJ Bell is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and all employees are empowered to bring their whole self to work. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, religion, physical and mental disability, marital status and any other characteristics protected by the Equality Act 2010. All decisions to hire are based on qualifications, merit and business need.
We are looking for Automation Testers for contract running until end 2024, this role will require 2 days a week onsite in Manchester, working within C#, SQL, Kafka Angular tech stack. We are looking for Testers who have experience working on fast paced, multi-tiered, concurrent projects. This role is Outside IR35. Essential: Proficient in Software Testing, An investigation conducted to provide stakeholders with information about the quality of the software product or service under test. Advanced in Test Management, the process of managing the testing activities in order to ensure high quality and high-end testing of the software. Advanced in Test Planning, detailing the objectives, resources, and processes for a specific test for a software or hardware product. Advanced in Manual / Automation Testing, in manual testing, a human performs the tests step by step, without test scripts. In automated testing, tests are executed automatically via test automation frameworks, along with other tools and software. Advanced in Agile Testing, a software testing practice that follows the principles of agile software development. Proficient in Applications Performance Monitoring & Altering, monitoring whether an IT environment meets performance standards. User Acceptance Testing Proficient, the last phase of the software testing process carried out by the user or client to determine whether it can be accepted or not. Advanced in Continuous Integration / Continuous Deployment Automation & Orchestration, Continuous Integration is the practice of testing each change done to your codebase automatically and as early as possible. Continuous Deployment follows the testing that happens during Continuous Integration and pushes changes to a staging or production system. Proficient in Programming / Scripting, the process of writing instructions for computers to perform specific tasks or operations, enabling automation and software development. Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Mar 26, 2024
Full time
We are looking for Automation Testers for contract running until end 2024, this role will require 2 days a week onsite in Manchester, working within C#, SQL, Kafka Angular tech stack. We are looking for Testers who have experience working on fast paced, multi-tiered, concurrent projects. This role is Outside IR35. Essential: Proficient in Software Testing, An investigation conducted to provide stakeholders with information about the quality of the software product or service under test. Advanced in Test Management, the process of managing the testing activities in order to ensure high quality and high-end testing of the software. Advanced in Test Planning, detailing the objectives, resources, and processes for a specific test for a software or hardware product. Advanced in Manual / Automation Testing, in manual testing, a human performs the tests step by step, without test scripts. In automated testing, tests are executed automatically via test automation frameworks, along with other tools and software. Advanced in Agile Testing, a software testing practice that follows the principles of agile software development. Proficient in Applications Performance Monitoring & Altering, monitoring whether an IT environment meets performance standards. User Acceptance Testing Proficient, the last phase of the software testing process carried out by the user or client to determine whether it can be accepted or not. Advanced in Continuous Integration / Continuous Deployment Automation & Orchestration, Continuous Integration is the practice of testing each change done to your codebase automatically and as early as possible. Continuous Deployment follows the testing that happens during Continuous Integration and pushes changes to a staging or production system. Proficient in Programming / Scripting, the process of writing instructions for computers to perform specific tasks or operations, enabling automation and software development. Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
As part of our continued growth, my client is looking for an enthusiastic Software Test Engineer. You will join a fun, talented, and motivated team building award-winning EHS software on Microsoft Azure and Office 365. This is an exciting role where you will build on your existing skillset and work with the latest cloud technologies. You will lead the test effort for tailored software releases for our clients, maintaining the high standards of stability and reliability our customers have come to expect. This role will suit someone with a passion for quality, strong communication skills, and a proven ability to deliver high-quality software to global organizations. If that s you, then get in touch! Responsibilities Creation and execution of manual and automated test plans Management of development, test, and release environments Testing on multiple browsers and mobile devices High quality documentation of bugs/issues Collaboration with development team on defining/planning testing tasks Continuous improvement of internal testing standards and team wikis Coordination with Technical Project Manager on estimates and delivery schedules Identifying opportunities for innovation and improvement Keeping up to date with the latest tools, techniques, and best practices Working with the support team on post release issues and lessons learned Skills / Experience The following skills and experience are a guide. If you don t have everything listed and still think you re a great fit for the role we d like to hear from you. 2+ years experience in software testing (manual, automated, functional, non-functional) Experience working in a DevOps environment with CI/CD pipelines Further education qualification in IT or equivalent experience Experience with UI Test Automation Tools such as Playwright Proficient with SQL and understanding of relational database systems Experience with use of Azure DevOps for test plans and bug tracking Experience working with Azure resources Proven track record of owning high quality documentation Experience with agile project management methodologies Knowledge of SharePoint, Microsoft 365, and Azure desirable As well as technical skills, candidates should be able to demonstrate the following: Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to communicate with technical and non-technical stakeholders Ability to prioritize workload and keep to agreed deadlines Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Attention to detail and commitment to quality and continuous improvement Ability to see the bigger picture Apply now for an immediate interview.
Mar 26, 2024
Full time
As part of our continued growth, my client is looking for an enthusiastic Software Test Engineer. You will join a fun, talented, and motivated team building award-winning EHS software on Microsoft Azure and Office 365. This is an exciting role where you will build on your existing skillset and work with the latest cloud technologies. You will lead the test effort for tailored software releases for our clients, maintaining the high standards of stability and reliability our customers have come to expect. This role will suit someone with a passion for quality, strong communication skills, and a proven ability to deliver high-quality software to global organizations. If that s you, then get in touch! Responsibilities Creation and execution of manual and automated test plans Management of development, test, and release environments Testing on multiple browsers and mobile devices High quality documentation of bugs/issues Collaboration with development team on defining/planning testing tasks Continuous improvement of internal testing standards and team wikis Coordination with Technical Project Manager on estimates and delivery schedules Identifying opportunities for innovation and improvement Keeping up to date with the latest tools, techniques, and best practices Working with the support team on post release issues and lessons learned Skills / Experience The following skills and experience are a guide. If you don t have everything listed and still think you re a great fit for the role we d like to hear from you. 2+ years experience in software testing (manual, automated, functional, non-functional) Experience working in a DevOps environment with CI/CD pipelines Further education qualification in IT or equivalent experience Experience with UI Test Automation Tools such as Playwright Proficient with SQL and understanding of relational database systems Experience with use of Azure DevOps for test plans and bug tracking Experience working with Azure resources Proven track record of owning high quality documentation Experience with agile project management methodologies Knowledge of SharePoint, Microsoft 365, and Azure desirable As well as technical skills, candidates should be able to demonstrate the following: Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to communicate with technical and non-technical stakeholders Ability to prioritize workload and keep to agreed deadlines Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Attention to detail and commitment to quality and continuous improvement Ability to see the bigger picture Apply now for an immediate interview.
Software Tester A world-leading innovator in computer graphics, video capture, and digital display technology are seeking a Software Tester to join their team based in Derby. The company has a strong reputation for delivering class-leading products and effective customer support across various markets across the world. This is a perfect role for someone who has experience in software testing and a passion for technology, and excellent communication. Responsibilities: Analyse requirements and design tests accordingly. Write, maintain, and execute manual software tests to validate acceptance criteria. Manage and upkeep test scripts for stable continuous integration testing. Collaborate within the software team using agile methods, including sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives. Self-manage workload across multiple teams when feasible Skills and Experience: Minimum 3 years of software testing experience, preferably in applications. Proficient in testing methodologies such as functional and regression testing, with a strong grasp of the software development lifecycle and agile methodologies. Familiarity with software version control systems and project management tools like Git and DevOps Azure. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Exceptional diagnostic and problem-solving abilities. Benefits: 27 days holiday (plus 8 additional bank holidays), BUPA Private Healthcare, Flexible holiday scheme, 5% employer pension contribution, annual profit share bonus scheme, Flexitime policy between 7am-7pm, Cycle2Work scheme, life assurance. This role is hybrid and you will need to be able to go to the office as required with a minimum of 1 day a week onsite.
Mar 26, 2024
Full time
Software Tester A world-leading innovator in computer graphics, video capture, and digital display technology are seeking a Software Tester to join their team based in Derby. The company has a strong reputation for delivering class-leading products and effective customer support across various markets across the world. This is a perfect role for someone who has experience in software testing and a passion for technology, and excellent communication. Responsibilities: Analyse requirements and design tests accordingly. Write, maintain, and execute manual software tests to validate acceptance criteria. Manage and upkeep test scripts for stable continuous integration testing. Collaborate within the software team using agile methods, including sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives. Self-manage workload across multiple teams when feasible Skills and Experience: Minimum 3 years of software testing experience, preferably in applications. Proficient in testing methodologies such as functional and regression testing, with a strong grasp of the software development lifecycle and agile methodologies. Familiarity with software version control systems and project management tools like Git and DevOps Azure. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Exceptional diagnostic and problem-solving abilities. Benefits: 27 days holiday (plus 8 additional bank holidays), BUPA Private Healthcare, Flexible holiday scheme, 5% employer pension contribution, annual profit share bonus scheme, Flexitime policy between 7am-7pm, Cycle2Work scheme, life assurance. This role is hybrid and you will need to be able to go to the office as required with a minimum of 1 day a week onsite.
Brand new role created for an ambitious manual tester to join a mature software development team. You'll be working alongside an automation tester who's setting up a new automation test framework meaning there will be opportunities to move into automation in the future. This is an important role working as part of a team who build and ensure business-critical systems are running smoothly and to industry regulations. You'll play a pivotal role as part of a multi-disciplined team. About You: As the ideal candidate you will bring experience testing web-based software applications. You will be comfortable writing test plans, regression packs and unit testing. You will also be able to identify and collaborate with developers to identify tests that would be useful to automate in future. Working in a busy software team you will work alongside developers, business analysts and the wider test team. As a result, good communication skills are key and you'll be the type of person who likes to bring ideas to the table. Benefits: You'll be rewarded with an excellent benefits package including: - Flexible working hours - Hybrid working policy- Wednesdays in the office and rest of the week at home. - Excellent pension scheme (12% employer contribution) - Comprehensive employee benefits scheme- discounts and cashback in an array of shops and restaurants. - Free parking - Recently renovated offices located North of Newcastle/ Cramlington Process: Please send your CV asap. The process will involve an initial chat on Teams with the hiring manager followed by a final stage technical interview which is also remote on Teams.
Mar 25, 2024
Full time
Brand new role created for an ambitious manual tester to join a mature software development team. You'll be working alongside an automation tester who's setting up a new automation test framework meaning there will be opportunities to move into automation in the future. This is an important role working as part of a team who build and ensure business-critical systems are running smoothly and to industry regulations. You'll play a pivotal role as part of a multi-disciplined team. About You: As the ideal candidate you will bring experience testing web-based software applications. You will be comfortable writing test plans, regression packs and unit testing. You will also be able to identify and collaborate with developers to identify tests that would be useful to automate in future. Working in a busy software team you will work alongside developers, business analysts and the wider test team. As a result, good communication skills are key and you'll be the type of person who likes to bring ideas to the table. Benefits: You'll be rewarded with an excellent benefits package including: - Flexible working hours - Hybrid working policy- Wednesdays in the office and rest of the week at home. - Excellent pension scheme (12% employer contribution) - Comprehensive employee benefits scheme- discounts and cashback in an array of shops and restaurants. - Free parking - Recently renovated offices located North of Newcastle/ Cramlington Process: Please send your CV asap. The process will involve an initial chat on Teams with the hiring manager followed by a final stage technical interview which is also remote on Teams.
My client one of the UKS leading health trusts are looking for an experienced tester from a NHS background to work on a medical imagery upgrade project DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Working as part of a small test team, you shall take responsibility for testing individual software components as produced by our in-house development team. You will be responsible for the creation of SIT reports and functionality sign offs. Working with the Operational Support Team to identify bugs raised in applications in live service. Essential experience 3-5 years recent experience testing NHS based systems and applications Experience testing PACS, RIS and PDMS systems Strong manual and automated test experience Knowledge and experience in HL7 ISEB qualification Experience leading test teams Experience of Integration Testing (SIT), Operational Acceptance Testing (OAT), User Assurance Testing (UAT), Regression Testing and Performance Testing.
Mar 25, 2024
Full time
My client one of the UKS leading health trusts are looking for an experienced tester from a NHS background to work on a medical imagery upgrade project DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Working as part of a small test team, you shall take responsibility for testing individual software components as produced by our in-house development team. You will be responsible for the creation of SIT reports and functionality sign offs. Working with the Operational Support Team to identify bugs raised in applications in live service. Essential experience 3-5 years recent experience testing NHS based systems and applications Experience testing PACS, RIS and PDMS systems Strong manual and automated test experience Knowledge and experience in HL7 ISEB qualification Experience leading test teams Experience of Integration Testing (SIT), Operational Acceptance Testing (OAT), User Assurance Testing (UAT), Regression Testing and Performance Testing.
Your Mission We are looking for someone who is inquisitive and analytical, with an excellent attention to detail and passion for quality. Working in a small agile team, you will primarily be testing our own internal developments, working closely with the on-site developers, business analysts, project manager and business users. We are aiming to Automate as much as possible, so any automation experience is a positive. Your Responsibilities: Work as part of a small agile team as a Software Test Engineer / Software Tester. Have knowledge or experience using Agile methodologies. Work with the team to ensure that all issues are tested correctly in each sprint. Collaborate closely with developers and business analysts to agree test scenarios and expected results. Participate proactively in team meetings. Identify test data requirements. Assist with UAT when required. Provide support for any Production Issues raised. React quickly to change. Create Regression and Functional Tests using our own internal Automation framework, using Cypress. Create manual test cases to cover current sprint development, while maintaining an overall manual regression test suite. Essential skills and attributes: 3-5 years' experience in an Information Technology environment, ideally specialising in automated Software Testing. Basic/Intermediate SQL skills Management and ownership of defects/issues from conception to closure Excellent communication skills Continuous integration, continuous deployment and continuous delivery. Use of test management tools, such as MS Test Manager, Jira, HipTest, Microsoft dev-ops Desirable skills: Cypress (or any current UI Automation Framework) Visual Studio Experience testing Microsoft Dynamics 365 Financials / BI Reports Experience of open-source tools. (GIT, Confluence, Jira. BitBucket) Experience in energy (i.e., Power, Gas, Water) / utility sectors At Schneider Electric, Diversity & Inclusion is at the heart of our organisation, it's an integral part of our history, culture, and identity. We recognise that embracing diversity unlocks innovation and creativity and fosters collaboration. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our communities and the customers we serve. As a result, our teams are stronger to drive the company's future. "We are proudly participating in the Disability Confident Program offering support to people in the workplace who consider themselves living with a disability." What we offer you: Competitive salary & Bonus Scheme, 28 Days Annual Leave + Public Holidays, Holiday Buy & Sell programme, Pension Scheme, Employee Share Ownership Programme, Various Health & Wellbeing Support Options, Gym Flex, Open Talent Market (internal mobility opportunities + access to mentors & projects globally), Shopping & Dining Discounts, Learning Portal and much more. Apply now: Please submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. You know about us, so let us learn about you! Apply today. You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled. Why us? Schneider Electric is leading the digital transformation of energy management and automation. Our technologies enable the world to use energy in a safe, efficient and sustainable manner. We strive to promote a global economy that is both ecologically viable and highly productive. €25.7bn global revenue (Apply online only)+ employees in 100+ countries 45% of revenue from IoT 5% of revenue devoted for R&D You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled It is the policy of Schneider Electric to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct. Concerning agencies: Schneider Electric does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be responsible for fees related to such.
Mar 24, 2024
Full time
Your Mission We are looking for someone who is inquisitive and analytical, with an excellent attention to detail and passion for quality. Working in a small agile team, you will primarily be testing our own internal developments, working closely with the on-site developers, business analysts, project manager and business users. We are aiming to Automate as much as possible, so any automation experience is a positive. Your Responsibilities: Work as part of a small agile team as a Software Test Engineer / Software Tester. Have knowledge or experience using Agile methodologies. Work with the team to ensure that all issues are tested correctly in each sprint. Collaborate closely with developers and business analysts to agree test scenarios and expected results. Participate proactively in team meetings. Identify test data requirements. Assist with UAT when required. Provide support for any Production Issues raised. React quickly to change. Create Regression and Functional Tests using our own internal Automation framework, using Cypress. Create manual test cases to cover current sprint development, while maintaining an overall manual regression test suite. Essential skills and attributes: 3-5 years' experience in an Information Technology environment, ideally specialising in automated Software Testing. Basic/Intermediate SQL skills Management and ownership of defects/issues from conception to closure Excellent communication skills Continuous integration, continuous deployment and continuous delivery. Use of test management tools, such as MS Test Manager, Jira, HipTest, Microsoft dev-ops Desirable skills: Cypress (or any current UI Automation Framework) Visual Studio Experience testing Microsoft Dynamics 365 Financials / BI Reports Experience of open-source tools. (GIT, Confluence, Jira. BitBucket) Experience in energy (i.e., Power, Gas, Water) / utility sectors At Schneider Electric, Diversity & Inclusion is at the heart of our organisation, it's an integral part of our history, culture, and identity. We recognise that embracing diversity unlocks innovation and creativity and fosters collaboration. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our communities and the customers we serve. As a result, our teams are stronger to drive the company's future. "We are proudly participating in the Disability Confident Program offering support to people in the workplace who consider themselves living with a disability." What we offer you: Competitive salary & Bonus Scheme, 28 Days Annual Leave + Public Holidays, Holiday Buy & Sell programme, Pension Scheme, Employee Share Ownership Programme, Various Health & Wellbeing Support Options, Gym Flex, Open Talent Market (internal mobility opportunities + access to mentors & projects globally), Shopping & Dining Discounts, Learning Portal and much more. Apply now: Please submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. You know about us, so let us learn about you! Apply today. You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled. Why us? Schneider Electric is leading the digital transformation of energy management and automation. Our technologies enable the world to use energy in a safe, efficient and sustainable manner. We strive to promote a global economy that is both ecologically viable and highly productive. €25.7bn global revenue (Apply online only)+ employees in 100+ countries 45% of revenue from IoT 5% of revenue devoted for R&D You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled It is the policy of Schneider Electric to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct. Concerning agencies: Schneider Electric does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be responsible for fees related to such.
Test Lead - Hybrid, Glasgow Salary - Up to £60,000 Head Resourcing is looking for an experienced Test Lead to join a Glasgow based Financial Services Client. This is a hybrid role with working from the office in Glasgow twice per week. A dedicated, experienced individual to join the Operations function as the Enterprise Test Lead, working primarily with the Change, Outsourcing, Analysis and Testing team and the IT Development team. The responsibilities of the Test Lead include establishing and managing a testing framework to be used by colleagues in the delivery of change, to ensure adherence to that framework and to design and deliver effective testing for prioritised change activity. You will also be involved day to day in carrying out testing activity and in supporting others working on different initiatives, helping them develop test strategies, mitigate risks to the test plan and supporting them as they develop their testing capability. You will communicate concisely, clearly and constructively with colleagues at all levels of the organisation to ensure strong engagement in testing activity. Key aptitudes include a strong drive to successfully agree and deliver business outcomes, brilliant collaboration across all project and programme stakeholders and a relentless focus on continuous improvement. A natural attention to detail and a desire to understand and address blockers to effective change is a must. Responsibilities Own the Testing Framework Understand the relevant policies and risk appetite of the organisation. Develop and maintain a documented framework containing standards, methods and tools that support alignment to the organisation's policies and risk appetite. Ensure alignment of the Testing Framework with other similar frameworks such as for IT Development and Change Management. Engage with colleagues across the business to ensure they understand and can use the framework, and respond to their feedback to continuously improve it. Own testing tooling and automation capability Understand the relevant systems, environments and data that combine to deliver service and change. Select and operate tooling that will drive adherence to our testing framework and will improve efficiency through test automation. Ensure Infrastructure, IT Development, Change and OAT and business teams are able to use the tooling as needed and that test automation is used where appropriate. Develop test strategies for larger projects and oversee the test strategies proposed by colleagues for other change For key projects you will lead on analysing project requirements, identifying test scope and approach, determining environmental and data requirements and estimating testing efforts. This will all contribute to establishing an understood and agreed level of risk, to be confirmed with sponsor and other key stakeholders. Carry out testing activity Carry out testing in line with test plans. Report on progress against test plans to key stakeholders, highlighting risks and opportunities and where necessary presenting options and recommendations for next steps. Provide oversight of progress on other testing activity, helping others to spot risks and respond to challenges. Engage all stakeholders to successfully complete testing activity Ensure all relevant change stakeholders (IT Development, Infrastructure, Project Manager, analysts, testers and other business roles supporting the change) have clear line of sight to: 1. Effort required to support testing work. 2. Progress against plan. 3. Key defects and issues. 4. The overall risk profile of the testing activity. Collaborate with stakeholders to flex test approach and test plan to ensure a constructive outcome to any challenges met. Develop a "shift left" culture Create a culture where testing can happen at the earliest opportunity in the lifecycle and with the least amount of manual effort, so that testing is seen as an enabler of successful change delivery. Coach colleagues in all relevant teams to develop this mindset and support them in having the understanding of approach and tooling to be able to do so. Testing Skills & Knowledge To be successful in this role as a Test Lead you will have a combination of the following testing knowledge and skills: Knowledge and experience of implementing automation test strategies in line with the Test Automation pyramid. Experience of designing and maintaining front-end test automation frameworks including tool selection, adoption and alignment with IT Development and Infrastructure capabilities e.g. TestComplete, Cypress, TestCafe, Selenium Webdriver. Experience of API testing using Postman. Knowledge of database concepts and SQL. Basic knowledge of the Java programming language and Junit. Proficiency in testing methodologies, test planning, and test case design. Strong understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies (Scrum). Working in an agile (Scrum/Kanban) project environment utilising a test first approach which drives and creates a shared understanding of project requirements e.g. Shift Left, Example Mapping, 3 Amigos. Excellent leadership and team management skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with cross-functional teams. Ability to analyse project requirements and identify potential issues. Strong problem-solving skills to address challenges during the testing phase. Experience of Test Management using Jira and Zephyr (or similar Test Management tools) including defect management. Mentoring of junior testers and building a test team. Knowledge and experience of non-functional testing e.g. Performance Testing using tools such as k6 and JMeter.
Mar 22, 2024
Full time
Test Lead - Hybrid, Glasgow Salary - Up to £60,000 Head Resourcing is looking for an experienced Test Lead to join a Glasgow based Financial Services Client. This is a hybrid role with working from the office in Glasgow twice per week. A dedicated, experienced individual to join the Operations function as the Enterprise Test Lead, working primarily with the Change, Outsourcing, Analysis and Testing team and the IT Development team. The responsibilities of the Test Lead include establishing and managing a testing framework to be used by colleagues in the delivery of change, to ensure adherence to that framework and to design and deliver effective testing for prioritised change activity. You will also be involved day to day in carrying out testing activity and in supporting others working on different initiatives, helping them develop test strategies, mitigate risks to the test plan and supporting them as they develop their testing capability. You will communicate concisely, clearly and constructively with colleagues at all levels of the organisation to ensure strong engagement in testing activity. Key aptitudes include a strong drive to successfully agree and deliver business outcomes, brilliant collaboration across all project and programme stakeholders and a relentless focus on continuous improvement. A natural attention to detail and a desire to understand and address blockers to effective change is a must. Responsibilities Own the Testing Framework Understand the relevant policies and risk appetite of the organisation. Develop and maintain a documented framework containing standards, methods and tools that support alignment to the organisation's policies and risk appetite. Ensure alignment of the Testing Framework with other similar frameworks such as for IT Development and Change Management. Engage with colleagues across the business to ensure they understand and can use the framework, and respond to their feedback to continuously improve it. Own testing tooling and automation capability Understand the relevant systems, environments and data that combine to deliver service and change. Select and operate tooling that will drive adherence to our testing framework and will improve efficiency through test automation. Ensure Infrastructure, IT Development, Change and OAT and business teams are able to use the tooling as needed and that test automation is used where appropriate. Develop test strategies for larger projects and oversee the test strategies proposed by colleagues for other change For key projects you will lead on analysing project requirements, identifying test scope and approach, determining environmental and data requirements and estimating testing efforts. This will all contribute to establishing an understood and agreed level of risk, to be confirmed with sponsor and other key stakeholders. Carry out testing activity Carry out testing in line with test plans. Report on progress against test plans to key stakeholders, highlighting risks and opportunities and where necessary presenting options and recommendations for next steps. Provide oversight of progress on other testing activity, helping others to spot risks and respond to challenges. Engage all stakeholders to successfully complete testing activity Ensure all relevant change stakeholders (IT Development, Infrastructure, Project Manager, analysts, testers and other business roles supporting the change) have clear line of sight to: 1. Effort required to support testing work. 2. Progress against plan. 3. Key defects and issues. 4. The overall risk profile of the testing activity. Collaborate with stakeholders to flex test approach and test plan to ensure a constructive outcome to any challenges met. Develop a "shift left" culture Create a culture where testing can happen at the earliest opportunity in the lifecycle and with the least amount of manual effort, so that testing is seen as an enabler of successful change delivery. Coach colleagues in all relevant teams to develop this mindset and support them in having the understanding of approach and tooling to be able to do so. Testing Skills & Knowledge To be successful in this role as a Test Lead you will have a combination of the following testing knowledge and skills: Knowledge and experience of implementing automation test strategies in line with the Test Automation pyramid. Experience of designing and maintaining front-end test automation frameworks including tool selection, adoption and alignment with IT Development and Infrastructure capabilities e.g. TestComplete, Cypress, TestCafe, Selenium Webdriver. Experience of API testing using Postman. Knowledge of database concepts and SQL. Basic knowledge of the Java programming language and Junit. Proficiency in testing methodologies, test planning, and test case design. Strong understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies (Scrum). Working in an agile (Scrum/Kanban) project environment utilising a test first approach which drives and creates a shared understanding of project requirements e.g. Shift Left, Example Mapping, 3 Amigos. Excellent leadership and team management skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with cross-functional teams. Ability to analyse project requirements and identify potential issues. Strong problem-solving skills to address challenges during the testing phase. Experience of Test Management using Jira and Zephyr (or similar Test Management tools) including defect management. Mentoring of junior testers and building a test team. Knowledge and experience of non-functional testing e.g. Performance Testing using tools such as k6 and JMeter.
Software Tester Software Tester- Remote Up to £40k plus 25 days leave increasing with service, Pension, Salary sacriface schemes, Flexible hours, Socila Events and much more! Join a Microsoft Gold Partner Software House Work from the office or home depending on what suits you! WHO ARE WE? A Microsoft GOLD Development Partner Software House based in Staffordshire. Our Software is market leading and we strive to offer a progressive and supportive work environment, making us a leading employer in the area for QAs and Developers. Our Software Development unit is a melting pot of talent, with Business Analysts, Software Developers, Testers, and a Technical Lead. Our work culture? It's all about collaboration, encouragement, and growth while challenging ourselves with riveting projects. WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING? As a Software Tester under a Team Manager, you'll be the guardian of our software quality. With deep product knowledge, you'll serve as the go-to person for your peers. You will help to ensure our product tweaks are top-notch, consistent, and aligned with set standards. We are looking for someone who will advocate for the best testing practices within the team, internally and company wide. You must be confident conducting diverse testing: functional, non-functional, exploratory, and manual regression. Although not an initial require for the role, any automation testing experience is welcomed and we will support you to grow in this area. SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Hands-on experience testing client-server (Windows) and Web apps (preferably in a .NET environment). Systematic and hands-on approach to testing. Ability to write simple SQL Scripts TO BE CONSIDERED Please either apply by clicking online or emailing me directly to
Mar 22, 2024
Full time
Software Tester Software Tester- Remote Up to £40k plus 25 days leave increasing with service, Pension, Salary sacriface schemes, Flexible hours, Socila Events and much more! Join a Microsoft Gold Partner Software House Work from the office or home depending on what suits you! WHO ARE WE? A Microsoft GOLD Development Partner Software House based in Staffordshire. Our Software is market leading and we strive to offer a progressive and supportive work environment, making us a leading employer in the area for QAs and Developers. Our Software Development unit is a melting pot of talent, with Business Analysts, Software Developers, Testers, and a Technical Lead. Our work culture? It's all about collaboration, encouragement, and growth while challenging ourselves with riveting projects. WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING? As a Software Tester under a Team Manager, you'll be the guardian of our software quality. With deep product knowledge, you'll serve as the go-to person for your peers. You will help to ensure our product tweaks are top-notch, consistent, and aligned with set standards. We are looking for someone who will advocate for the best testing practices within the team, internally and company wide. You must be confident conducting diverse testing: functional, non-functional, exploratory, and manual regression. Although not an initial require for the role, any automation testing experience is welcomed and we will support you to grow in this area. SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Hands-on experience testing client-server (Windows) and Web apps (preferably in a .NET environment). Systematic and hands-on approach to testing. Ability to write simple SQL Scripts TO BE CONSIDERED Please either apply by clicking online or emailing me directly to