Junior SDET/ Automated Tester/ Quality Engineer/ Test Analyst Leatherhead, Surrey (Tuesday and Wednesday) £45-50,000 plus package Newly B Corp Certified SaaS PharmaTech seeks a Quality Engineer to help lead them on their Automated journey.You will be passionate about automation and writing C# code to achieve your goals. You may be a Junior SDET in training and these guys and girls will help get you where you need to be with personal development and training tailored to your needs.Whilst you won't be expected to be a fully-fledged Developer you will know what Microsoft code is, be able to read it and in turn write your own Automated Test Library.You will be afforded the freedom to work remotely 3 days a week, whilst joining the rest of the company on a Tuesdays and Wednesdays to mingle, collaborate, and talk shop in their newly refurbished offices.You will ideally have good exposure to MS Tech (C#/ Azure) and have had exposure to tools such as JMeter, Postman, Newman, RestAssured, ReadyAPI, Selenium, Swagger etc.It would be nice if you have demonstrable experience and a good understanding of object-oriented programming and SQL as well as familiarity with best practices in Software Development (patterns like PageObject Model, SOLID, DRY, KISS etc.)But a strong desire to improve yourself whilst creating, maintaining, and optimising automated tests across the entire tech stack, ensuring stability and scalability will set you apart.Feel free to call me to chat before submitting your CV, my number is on my LinkedIn profile
Mar 29, 2024
Full time
Junior SDET/ Automated Tester/ Quality Engineer/ Test Analyst Leatherhead, Surrey (Tuesday and Wednesday) £45-50,000 plus package Newly B Corp Certified SaaS PharmaTech seeks a Quality Engineer to help lead them on their Automated journey.You will be passionate about automation and writing C# code to achieve your goals. You may be a Junior SDET in training and these guys and girls will help get you where you need to be with personal development and training tailored to your needs.Whilst you won't be expected to be a fully-fledged Developer you will know what Microsoft code is, be able to read it and in turn write your own Automated Test Library.You will be afforded the freedom to work remotely 3 days a week, whilst joining the rest of the company on a Tuesdays and Wednesdays to mingle, collaborate, and talk shop in their newly refurbished offices.You will ideally have good exposure to MS Tech (C#/ Azure) and have had exposure to tools such as JMeter, Postman, Newman, RestAssured, ReadyAPI, Selenium, Swagger etc.It would be nice if you have demonstrable experience and a good understanding of object-oriented programming and SQL as well as familiarity with best practices in Software Development (patterns like PageObject Model, SOLID, DRY, KISS etc.)But a strong desire to improve yourself whilst creating, maintaining, and optimising automated tests across the entire tech stack, ensuring stability and scalability will set you apart.Feel free to call me to chat before submitting your CV, my number is on my LinkedIn profile
Senior Test Analyst (Business Intelligence & Data) Salary circa £50k-£60k + Bonus Leicester (hybrid, 1 day per week in the office). Newly created role to join a UK recognised iconic brand during an excited period of transformation, heavy technology investment across people, processes and systems. This role will sit within a QA/Test team and will have a variety of work with the opportunity to liaise with both technical and business functions. Reporting directly into the QA Manager this role will be a Senior Test Analyst with a large focus/bias towards testing BI & Data based applications and Services. The role will suit a Senior Tester, or Test Lead that has experience in Testing BI and/or Data based Applications and Services. Role will include: Defining and executing testing activities across various Software and Systems with a focus on BI and Data (PowerBI/Azure/ETL) Creating and preparing Test Scripts Preparing Testing status reports Test Planning Working as part of a cross-functional Agile Delivery team, working closely with Engineers, Architects and Business Analysts Experience required: Demonstrable experience as a a Senior or QA Lead Strong stakeholder engagement skills Ability to create Test Plans, Test Cases and Test Scenarios Beneficial - Azure DevOps Beneficial - Automation Test experience (the business uses Leapworks) The role is commutable from most Midlands based areas, including but not limited to Nottingham, Derby, Burton on Trent, Leicester, Northampton, Birmingham, Coventry and Warwickshire Well suited to Test Leads, Senior Testers, or BI Testers looking for their next step. Please apply to Delaney & Bourton for further information
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
Senior Test Analyst (Business Intelligence & Data) Salary circa £50k-£60k + Bonus Leicester (hybrid, 1 day per week in the office). Newly created role to join a UK recognised iconic brand during an excited period of transformation, heavy technology investment across people, processes and systems. This role will sit within a QA/Test team and will have a variety of work with the opportunity to liaise with both technical and business functions. Reporting directly into the QA Manager this role will be a Senior Test Analyst with a large focus/bias towards testing BI & Data based applications and Services. The role will suit a Senior Tester, or Test Lead that has experience in Testing BI and/or Data based Applications and Services. Role will include: Defining and executing testing activities across various Software and Systems with a focus on BI and Data (PowerBI/Azure/ETL) Creating and preparing Test Scripts Preparing Testing status reports Test Planning Working as part of a cross-functional Agile Delivery team, working closely with Engineers, Architects and Business Analysts Experience required: Demonstrable experience as a a Senior or QA Lead Strong stakeholder engagement skills Ability to create Test Plans, Test Cases and Test Scenarios Beneficial - Azure DevOps Beneficial - Automation Test experience (the business uses Leapworks) The role is commutable from most Midlands based areas, including but not limited to Nottingham, Derby, Burton on Trent, Leicester, Northampton, Birmingham, Coventry and Warwickshire Well suited to Test Leads, Senior Testers, or BI Testers looking for their next step. Please apply to Delaney & Bourton for further information
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.
Senior QA Analyst/Tester (Automation, Selenium) - Here at Talos360! - £40,000-£45,000 +Benefits + Hybrid Working Over the past ten years, Talos360 has firmly established itself as a market leader in talent software solutions and online recruitment media with our innovations in the HR software space, Talos ATS & Talos Engage solving todays talent challenges. We support over 600 companies UK wide and are growing quickly. We are a SaaS technology business, with massive growth plans and investment. We need people who are passionate, problem-solvers who are excited by technology and innovation, and not afraid to wander off the beaten track in search of novel ideas. Do you want to be a part of solving challenging problems? If so, then we will be interested in talking to you about joining our industry leading technical team to help us create our cutting-edge systems. All our roles are hybrid with the need to only come into the office 1 day a week giving you a great work life balance! We now have a brand new vacancy for a Senior QA Analyst/Tester (Automation, Selenium) to work with our software development team to provide quality assurance in an agile development environment to execute all levels of QA tests including system, integrations and regression. You will be responsible for leading us into Automation Testing. As our new Senior QA Analyst/Tester (Automation, Selenium) you will be responsible on a day-to-day basis for: Creating and designing automated testing scripts using behaviour driven development (BDD) methodology Define test methods and create test plans for updated software project to determine whether the software will perform accurately and reliability, according to documented requirements Create and verify defects as necessary Review user stories specifications and design documents and provide exceptions criteria Non-functional testing using JMeter To be a good fit for us here at Talos, as well as having a great personality you should have previous Test Automation experience. Ideally as our new Senior QA Analyst/Tester (Automation, Selenium) you will also have experience of most of the following: Demonstrable experience as an automation tester Full understanding of the testing lifecycle & methodologies Excellent communication skills Knowledge of Scrum / Agile working practices Experience with C#, Javascript and SQL Knowledge of Selenium WebDriver, Gherkin using SpecFlow, CI Tools e.g. TeamCity and Dev Ops Desirable but not essential - ISTQB Certification/Qualification If you have a background as a Senior QA Analyst/Tester (Automation, Selenium) and are passionate about Technology and working for a an awesome company with top remuneration then this could be ideal for you. Please apply now for an immediate interview.
Mar 25, 2024
Full time
Senior QA Analyst/Tester (Automation, Selenium) - Here at Talos360! - £40,000-£45,000 +Benefits + Hybrid Working Over the past ten years, Talos360 has firmly established itself as a market leader in talent software solutions and online recruitment media with our innovations in the HR software space, Talos ATS & Talos Engage solving todays talent challenges. We support over 600 companies UK wide and are growing quickly. We are a SaaS technology business, with massive growth plans and investment. We need people who are passionate, problem-solvers who are excited by technology and innovation, and not afraid to wander off the beaten track in search of novel ideas. Do you want to be a part of solving challenging problems? If so, then we will be interested in talking to you about joining our industry leading technical team to help us create our cutting-edge systems. All our roles are hybrid with the need to only come into the office 1 day a week giving you a great work life balance! We now have a brand new vacancy for a Senior QA Analyst/Tester (Automation, Selenium) to work with our software development team to provide quality assurance in an agile development environment to execute all levels of QA tests including system, integrations and regression. You will be responsible for leading us into Automation Testing. As our new Senior QA Analyst/Tester (Automation, Selenium) you will be responsible on a day-to-day basis for: Creating and designing automated testing scripts using behaviour driven development (BDD) methodology Define test methods and create test plans for updated software project to determine whether the software will perform accurately and reliability, according to documented requirements Create and verify defects as necessary Review user stories specifications and design documents and provide exceptions criteria Non-functional testing using JMeter To be a good fit for us here at Talos, as well as having a great personality you should have previous Test Automation experience. Ideally as our new Senior QA Analyst/Tester (Automation, Selenium) you will also have experience of most of the following: Demonstrable experience as an automation tester Full understanding of the testing lifecycle & methodologies Excellent communication skills Knowledge of Scrum / Agile working practices Experience with C#, Javascript and SQL Knowledge of Selenium WebDriver, Gherkin using SpecFlow, CI Tools e.g. TeamCity and Dev Ops Desirable but not essential - ISTQB Certification/Qualification If you have a background as a Senior QA Analyst/Tester (Automation, Selenium) and are passionate about Technology and working for a an awesome company with top remuneration then this could be ideal for you. Please apply now for an immediate interview.
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.
Test Analyst Salary circa £40k-£50k + Bonus Leicester (hybrid, 1 day per week in the office). Newly created role to join a UK recognised iconic brand during an excited period of transformation, heavy technology investment across people, processes and systems. This role will sit within a QA/Test team and will have a variety of work with the opportunity to liaise with both technical and business functions. Reporting directly into the QA Manager this role will focus on defining and executing testing activities including System Testing, Software Testing, Integration and supporting UAT The role will suit someone who's interested in progressing their career, within a reputable brand that put customers at the heart of everything they do. Role will include: Defining and executing testing activities across various Software and Systems Creating and preparing Test Scripts Preparing Testing status reports Test Planning Working as part of a cross-functional Agile Delivery team, working closely with Engineers, Architects and Business Analysts Experience required: Demonstrable experience as a QA Engineer, or Test Analyst Strong stakeholder engagement skills Ability to create Test Plans, Test Cases and Test Scenarios Beneficial - Azure DevOps Beneficial - Automation Test experience (the business uses Leapworks) The role is commutable from most Midlands based areas, including but not limited to Nottingham, Derby, Burton on Trent, Leicester, Northampton, Birmingham, Coventry and Warwickshire Well suited to QA Engineers, Test Analysts, Test Leads or Senior Testers Please apply to Delaney & Bourton for further information
Mar 22, 2024
Full time
Test Analyst Salary circa £40k-£50k + Bonus Leicester (hybrid, 1 day per week in the office). Newly created role to join a UK recognised iconic brand during an excited period of transformation, heavy technology investment across people, processes and systems. This role will sit within a QA/Test team and will have a variety of work with the opportunity to liaise with both technical and business functions. Reporting directly into the QA Manager this role will focus on defining and executing testing activities including System Testing, Software Testing, Integration and supporting UAT The role will suit someone who's interested in progressing their career, within a reputable brand that put customers at the heart of everything they do. Role will include: Defining and executing testing activities across various Software and Systems Creating and preparing Test Scripts Preparing Testing status reports Test Planning Working as part of a cross-functional Agile Delivery team, working closely with Engineers, Architects and Business Analysts Experience required: Demonstrable experience as a QA Engineer, or Test Analyst Strong stakeholder engagement skills Ability to create Test Plans, Test Cases and Test Scenarios Beneficial - Azure DevOps Beneficial - Automation Test experience (the business uses Leapworks) The role is commutable from most Midlands based areas, including but not limited to Nottingham, Derby, Burton on Trent, Leicester, Northampton, Birmingham, Coventry and Warwickshire Well suited to QA Engineers, Test Analysts, Test Leads or Senior Testers Please apply to Delaney & Bourton for further information
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
Software Tester £30,000 - £40,000 Hybrid / West Midlands Full Time / Permanent The Company: My client are a well-established and highly respected B2B technology company who are experiencing another sustained period of growth across the business. I am looking for a driven Software Tester join their expert Software Development team. The Role: As a Software Tester you are responsible for the testing and quality assurance of the client's range of software products. Your extensive product knowledge will make you a point of reference for other team members and you will become a key member of the Development team. You must have strong testing skills, be hard working and be able to fit in well with an established team. The is a hybrid role with lots of flexibility to allow you to choose the environment that works best for you. Key Responsibilities: Understand the industry requirements of the customer base and develop a thorough understanding of how those requirements are met by the product range. Test modifications to products to ensure they are fit for purpose, consistent, and compliant with published standards and guidelines. You will ensure modifications are fully regression testable and delivered on schedule. Complete testing in line with agreed timeframes and by following the documented business processes using the appropriate test management and automation tools. Promote and advocate best practices within the team and throughout the business. Translate functional requirements and specifications into documented test plans, cases and steps. Rigorously planning, writing, and executing test scripts. Creation and maintenance of test data, tools, and scripts. Conduct functional and non-functional testing, including exploratory testing. Perform manual regression testing. Identifying issues, risks and dependencies escalating and managing where appropriate. Logging and retesting of issues. Continually update skills by learning new technologies relevant to the role. Evaluate testing tools. Skills & Experience required: Proven experience working as a Software Tester / Test Analyst ideally within a software house environment. Experience testing client server (Window) and Web applications (ideally in a .Net-based environment). Practical and systematic approach to testing. Experience with test automation frameworks, including code-based automation is desirable but not essential. Any exposure to Microsoft Test Manager or the ability to write simple SQL scripts to create and manipulate data would also be great. Please apply via the link or contact for more information. Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/ or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.
Mar 22, 2024
Full time
Software Tester £30,000 - £40,000 Hybrid / West Midlands Full Time / Permanent The Company: My client are a well-established and highly respected B2B technology company who are experiencing another sustained period of growth across the business. I am looking for a driven Software Tester join their expert Software Development team. The Role: As a Software Tester you are responsible for the testing and quality assurance of the client's range of software products. Your extensive product knowledge will make you a point of reference for other team members and you will become a key member of the Development team. You must have strong testing skills, be hard working and be able to fit in well with an established team. The is a hybrid role with lots of flexibility to allow you to choose the environment that works best for you. Key Responsibilities: Understand the industry requirements of the customer base and develop a thorough understanding of how those requirements are met by the product range. Test modifications to products to ensure they are fit for purpose, consistent, and compliant with published standards and guidelines. You will ensure modifications are fully regression testable and delivered on schedule. Complete testing in line with agreed timeframes and by following the documented business processes using the appropriate test management and automation tools. Promote and advocate best practices within the team and throughout the business. Translate functional requirements and specifications into documented test plans, cases and steps. Rigorously planning, writing, and executing test scripts. Creation and maintenance of test data, tools, and scripts. Conduct functional and non-functional testing, including exploratory testing. Perform manual regression testing. Identifying issues, risks and dependencies escalating and managing where appropriate. Logging and retesting of issues. Continually update skills by learning new technologies relevant to the role. Evaluate testing tools. Skills & Experience required: Proven experience working as a Software Tester / Test Analyst ideally within a software house environment. Experience testing client server (Window) and Web applications (ideally in a .Net-based environment). Practical and systematic approach to testing. Experience with test automation frameworks, including code-based automation is desirable but not essential. Any exposure to Microsoft Test Manager or the ability to write simple SQL scripts to create and manipulate data would also be great. Please apply via the link or contact for more information. Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/ or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.
Role: Software Developer (C#.Net) Location: Bristol (1 Day per week in the office) Salary: £45,000 -£55,000 About the Role: As a Developer, you'll play a pivotal role in translating project requirements into functional code, ensuring a steadfast commitment to delivering top-notch software. Collaborating closely with Developers, Business Analysts, and Testers, you'll ensure technical solutions align seamlessly with business objectives, staying abreast of architectural system design while remaining adaptable to evolving requirements and priorities. What they are looking for: Proficient in the Microsoft .NET ecosystem and related web technologies, demonstrating robust technical skills. Demonstrated track record of delivering high-quality software solutions within an Agile delivery environment. Exceptional attention to detail coupled with strong analytical capabilities to ensure precision in all tasks. Active participation in Scrum ceremonies and Developer meetings, contributing positively to team collaboration and progress. Effective communication skills to articulate technical issues to both technical and non-technical audiences, fostering clear understanding and alignment across all stakeholders. Role Responsibilities: Crafting Code: Develop clean, maintainable code that adheres to established coding standards. Ensure code scalability and meet non-functional requirements. Implement code following SOLID principles and industry best practices. User Story Implementation: Translate user story requirements accurately into provided solutions. Seek clarification on unclear requirements and provide constructive feedback. Work collaboratively with BA and Test teams to ensure a thorough understanding of requirements. Testing: Conduct thorough testing of solutions to maintain high quality and minimize bugs. Employ unit tests for complex functionality and facilitate integration and automation testing. Embrace a proactive approach to testing early in the development cycle. Documentation: Contribute to existing documentation to enhance code clarity and maintainability. Ensure documentation is accurate and up to date, removing outdated information. Collaboration: Actively participate in daily stand-up meetings and scrum ceremonies. Effectively communicate within the team, promptly addressing issues and updating on work progress. Proactively assist team members and monitor shared communication channels. Code Review: Engage in peer code reviews to ensure adherence to best practices and architectural guidelines. Architecture: Align with system design and architectural direction when implementing functionality. Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance code structure, testability, performance, and design. Embrace a culture of learning and adaptability to new technologies. Desirable Skills and Technologies: ASP.NET Core, Web API 2, JavaScript Frameworks (React/Redux), MVC, SQL (MS SQL Server, Oracle), Automated Testing (xUnit.NET, Moq, AutoFixture, SpecFlow, Selenium), DevOps experience, Microservice Architecture, Service Bus (Rabbit MQ), Docker, VB.NET & Webforms. What's on offer: Competitive Salary £45,000 - £55,000 Non-contributory Personal Pension scheme 25 Days holiday entitlement Life Assurance & Income protection insurance Private health insurance Remote working - 1 day per week in the Bristol office. If you're passionate about leveraging your technical expertise to drive innovation in the financial services industry, our client offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to our dynamic team. Apply now and be part of our journey towards excellence!
Mar 22, 2024
Full time
Role: Software Developer (C#.Net) Location: Bristol (1 Day per week in the office) Salary: £45,000 -£55,000 About the Role: As a Developer, you'll play a pivotal role in translating project requirements into functional code, ensuring a steadfast commitment to delivering top-notch software. Collaborating closely with Developers, Business Analysts, and Testers, you'll ensure technical solutions align seamlessly with business objectives, staying abreast of architectural system design while remaining adaptable to evolving requirements and priorities. What they are looking for: Proficient in the Microsoft .NET ecosystem and related web technologies, demonstrating robust technical skills. Demonstrated track record of delivering high-quality software solutions within an Agile delivery environment. Exceptional attention to detail coupled with strong analytical capabilities to ensure precision in all tasks. Active participation in Scrum ceremonies and Developer meetings, contributing positively to team collaboration and progress. Effective communication skills to articulate technical issues to both technical and non-technical audiences, fostering clear understanding and alignment across all stakeholders. Role Responsibilities: Crafting Code: Develop clean, maintainable code that adheres to established coding standards. Ensure code scalability and meet non-functional requirements. Implement code following SOLID principles and industry best practices. User Story Implementation: Translate user story requirements accurately into provided solutions. Seek clarification on unclear requirements and provide constructive feedback. Work collaboratively with BA and Test teams to ensure a thorough understanding of requirements. Testing: Conduct thorough testing of solutions to maintain high quality and minimize bugs. Employ unit tests for complex functionality and facilitate integration and automation testing. Embrace a proactive approach to testing early in the development cycle. Documentation: Contribute to existing documentation to enhance code clarity and maintainability. Ensure documentation is accurate and up to date, removing outdated information. Collaboration: Actively participate in daily stand-up meetings and scrum ceremonies. Effectively communicate within the team, promptly addressing issues and updating on work progress. Proactively assist team members and monitor shared communication channels. Code Review: Engage in peer code reviews to ensure adherence to best practices and architectural guidelines. Architecture: Align with system design and architectural direction when implementing functionality. Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance code structure, testability, performance, and design. Embrace a culture of learning and adaptability to new technologies. Desirable Skills and Technologies: ASP.NET Core, Web API 2, JavaScript Frameworks (React/Redux), MVC, SQL (MS SQL Server, Oracle), Automated Testing (xUnit.NET, Moq, AutoFixture, SpecFlow, Selenium), DevOps experience, Microservice Architecture, Service Bus (Rabbit MQ), Docker, VB.NET & Webforms. What's on offer: Competitive Salary £45,000 - £55,000 Non-contributory Personal Pension scheme 25 Days holiday entitlement Life Assurance & Income protection insurance Private health insurance Remote working - 1 day per week in the Bristol office. If you're passionate about leveraging your technical expertise to drive innovation in the financial services industry, our client offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to our dynamic team. Apply now and be part of our journey towards excellence!
Software Tester 30,000 - 40,000 Hybrid / West Midlands Full Time / Permanent The Company: My client are a well-established and highly respected B2B technology company who are experiencing another sustained period of growth across the business. I am looking for a driven Software Tester join their expert Software Development team. The Role: As a Software Tester you are responsible for the testing and quality assurance of the client's range of software products. Your extensive product knowledge will make you a point of reference for other team members and you will become a key member of the Development team. You must have strong testing skills, be hard working and be able to fit in well with an established team. The is a hybrid role with lots of flexibility to allow you to choose the environment that works best for you. Key Responsibilities: Understand the industry requirements of the customer base and develop a thorough understanding of how those requirements are met by the product range. Test modifications to products to ensure they are fit for purpose, consistent, and compliant with published standards and guidelines. You will ensure modifications are fully regression testable and delivered on schedule. Complete testing in line with agreed timeframes and by following the documented business processes using the appropriate test management and automation tools. Promote and advocate best practices within the team and throughout the business. Translate functional requirements and specifications into documented test plans, cases and steps. Rigorously planning, writing, and executing test scripts. Creation and maintenance of test data, tools, and scripts. Conduct functional and non-functional testing, including exploratory testing. Perform manual regression testing. Identifying issues, risks and dependencies escalating and managing where appropriate. Logging and retesting of issues. Continually update skills by learning new technologies relevant to the role. Evaluate testing tools. Skills & Experience required: Proven experience working as a Software Tester / Test Analyst ideally within a software house environment. Experience testing client server (Window) and Web applications (ideally in a .Net-based environment). Practical and systematic approach to testing. Experience with test automation frameworks, including code-based automation is desirable but not essential. Any exposure to Microsoft Test Manager or the ability to write simple SQL scripts to create and manipulate data would also be great. Please apply via the link or contact (url removed) for more information. Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/ or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.
Mar 22, 2024
Full time
Software Tester 30,000 - 40,000 Hybrid / West Midlands Full Time / Permanent The Company: My client are a well-established and highly respected B2B technology company who are experiencing another sustained period of growth across the business. I am looking for a driven Software Tester join their expert Software Development team. The Role: As a Software Tester you are responsible for the testing and quality assurance of the client's range of software products. Your extensive product knowledge will make you a point of reference for other team members and you will become a key member of the Development team. You must have strong testing skills, be hard working and be able to fit in well with an established team. The is a hybrid role with lots of flexibility to allow you to choose the environment that works best for you. Key Responsibilities: Understand the industry requirements of the customer base and develop a thorough understanding of how those requirements are met by the product range. Test modifications to products to ensure they are fit for purpose, consistent, and compliant with published standards and guidelines. You will ensure modifications are fully regression testable and delivered on schedule. Complete testing in line with agreed timeframes and by following the documented business processes using the appropriate test management and automation tools. Promote and advocate best practices within the team and throughout the business. Translate functional requirements and specifications into documented test plans, cases and steps. Rigorously planning, writing, and executing test scripts. Creation and maintenance of test data, tools, and scripts. Conduct functional and non-functional testing, including exploratory testing. Perform manual regression testing. Identifying issues, risks and dependencies escalating and managing where appropriate. Logging and retesting of issues. Continually update skills by learning new technologies relevant to the role. Evaluate testing tools. Skills & Experience required: Proven experience working as a Software Tester / Test Analyst ideally within a software house environment. Experience testing client server (Window) and Web applications (ideally in a .Net-based environment). Practical and systematic approach to testing. Experience with test automation frameworks, including code-based automation is desirable but not essential. Any exposure to Microsoft Test Manager or the ability to write simple SQL scripts to create and manipulate data would also be great. Please apply via the link or contact (url removed) for more information. Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/ or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.
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.
Our client is seeking a full-time Senior Automation Tester, this position is hybrid with travel to Sittingbourne and / or London. 60k - 70k and excellent benefits. As a Senior Automation Tester, you will design and build a robust, automated testing framework around three existing web applications to standardise testing procedures, minimise regression and deliver consistent documentation/evidence of test results for each deployment. In your first week in this Senior Automation Tester role, you can expect to: Collaborate with project managers, business analysts, and development teams to estimate testing efforts Break down testing tasks, considering factors like complexity, dependencies, and timelines Work closely with stakeholders to understand functional and non-functional requirements, and translate these into clear and concise acceptance criteria for each feature or user story Ensure that acceptance criteria cover both positive and negative scenarios Based on acceptance criteria, design comprehensive test scenarios. To apply for this Senior Automation Tester role, you will need at least 7 years of experience in software testing, including estimation and acceptance criteria definition. You will also require the following: Familiarity with Agile methodologies and sprint planning Proficiency in Selenium, SpecFlow, and ASP.NET MVC testing Analytical skills for defining acceptance criteria. In return for your passion, collaborative approach and commitment, you'll receive a salary of 60,000 - 70,000 and a generous benefits package, joining a friendly and inclusive culture. To apply for this hybrid full-time Senior Automation Tester job, please contact Deerfoot IT Recruitment today. Please refer any friends or colleagues for this role or direct them to our Careers page on our website. Deerfoot IT Resources Ltd is one of the UK's leading IT Recruitment Agencies, trusted by many of the UK's leading employers. Established in 1997, we have over 25 years of experience as IT Recruitment Specialists. We will never send your CV anywhere without your authorisation and only after you have seen the complete details of this opportunity. Deerfoot is acting as an employment agency for permanent hires and an employment business for contingency hires. Each time Deerfoot sends a CV to a recruiting client, we donate 1 to The Born Free Foundation phone number removed . Deerfoot is also climate-positive in partnership with Ecologi. Deerfoot IT Resources Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Mar 22, 2024
Full time
Our client is seeking a full-time Senior Automation Tester, this position is hybrid with travel to Sittingbourne and / or London. 60k - 70k and excellent benefits. As a Senior Automation Tester, you will design and build a robust, automated testing framework around three existing web applications to standardise testing procedures, minimise regression and deliver consistent documentation/evidence of test results for each deployment. In your first week in this Senior Automation Tester role, you can expect to: Collaborate with project managers, business analysts, and development teams to estimate testing efforts Break down testing tasks, considering factors like complexity, dependencies, and timelines Work closely with stakeholders to understand functional and non-functional requirements, and translate these into clear and concise acceptance criteria for each feature or user story Ensure that acceptance criteria cover both positive and negative scenarios Based on acceptance criteria, design comprehensive test scenarios. To apply for this Senior Automation Tester role, you will need at least 7 years of experience in software testing, including estimation and acceptance criteria definition. You will also require the following: Familiarity with Agile methodologies and sprint planning Proficiency in Selenium, SpecFlow, and ASP.NET MVC testing Analytical skills for defining acceptance criteria. In return for your passion, collaborative approach and commitment, you'll receive a salary of 60,000 - 70,000 and a generous benefits package, joining a friendly and inclusive culture. To apply for this hybrid full-time Senior Automation Tester job, please contact Deerfoot IT Recruitment today. Please refer any friends or colleagues for this role or direct them to our Careers page on our website. Deerfoot IT Resources Ltd is one of the UK's leading IT Recruitment Agencies, trusted by many of the UK's leading employers. Established in 1997, we have over 25 years of experience as IT Recruitment Specialists. We will never send your CV anywhere without your authorisation and only after you have seen the complete details of this opportunity. Deerfoot is acting as an employment agency for permanent hires and an employment business for contingency hires. Each time Deerfoot sends a CV to a recruiting client, we donate 1 to The Born Free Foundation phone number removed . Deerfoot is also climate-positive in partnership with Ecologi. Deerfoot IT Resources Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Test Analyst Salary circa 40k- 50k + Bonus Leicester (hybrid, 1 day per week in the office). Newly created role to join a UK recognised iconic brand during an excited period of transformation, heavy technology investment across people, processes and systems. This role will sit within a QA/Test team and will have a variety of work with the opportunity to liaise with both technical and business functions. Reporting directly into the QA Manager this role will focus on defining and executing testing activities including System Testing, Software Testing, Integration and supporting UAT The role will suit someone who's interested in progressing their career, within a reputable brand that put customers at the heart of everything they do. Role will include: Defining and executing testing activities across various Software and Systems Creating and preparing Test Scripts Preparing Testing status reports Test Planning Working as part of a cross-functional Agile Delivery team, working closely with Engineers, Architects and Business Analysts Experience required: Demonstrable experience as a QA Engineer, or Test Analyst Strong stakeholder engagement skills Ability to create Test Plans, Test Cases and Test Scenarios Beneficial - Azure DevOps Beneficial - Automation Test experience (the business uses Leapworks) The role is commutable from most Midlands based areas, including but not limited to Nottingham, Derby, Burton on Trent, Leicester, Northampton, Birmingham, Coventry and Warwickshire Well suited to QA Engineers, Test Analysts, Test Leads or Senior Testers Please apply to Delaney & Bourton for further information
Mar 22, 2024
Full time
Test Analyst Salary circa 40k- 50k + Bonus Leicester (hybrid, 1 day per week in the office). Newly created role to join a UK recognised iconic brand during an excited period of transformation, heavy technology investment across people, processes and systems. This role will sit within a QA/Test team and will have a variety of work with the opportunity to liaise with both technical and business functions. Reporting directly into the QA Manager this role will focus on defining and executing testing activities including System Testing, Software Testing, Integration and supporting UAT The role will suit someone who's interested in progressing their career, within a reputable brand that put customers at the heart of everything they do. Role will include: Defining and executing testing activities across various Software and Systems Creating and preparing Test Scripts Preparing Testing status reports Test Planning Working as part of a cross-functional Agile Delivery team, working closely with Engineers, Architects and Business Analysts Experience required: Demonstrable experience as a QA Engineer, or Test Analyst Strong stakeholder engagement skills Ability to create Test Plans, Test Cases and Test Scenarios Beneficial - Azure DevOps Beneficial - Automation Test experience (the business uses Leapworks) The role is commutable from most Midlands based areas, including but not limited to Nottingham, Derby, Burton on Trent, Leicester, Northampton, Birmingham, Coventry and Warwickshire Well suited to QA Engineers, Test Analysts, Test Leads or Senior Testers Please apply to Delaney & Bourton for further information
Senior Test Analyst (Business Intelligence & Data) Salary circa 50k- 60k + Bonus Leicester (hybrid, 1 day per week in the office). Newly created role to join a UK recognised iconic brand during an excited period of transformation, heavy technology investment across people, processes and systems. This role will sit within a QA/Test team and will have a variety of work with the opportunity to liaise with both technical and business functions. Reporting directly into the QA Manager this role will be a Senior Test Analyst with a large focus/bias towards testing BI & Data based applications and Services. The role will suit a Senior Tester, or Test Lead that has experience in Testing BI and/or Data based Applications and Services. Role will include: Defining and executing testing activities across various Software and Systems with a focus on BI and Data (PowerBI/Azure/ETL) Creating and preparing Test Scripts Preparing Testing status reports Test Planning Working as part of a cross-functional Agile Delivery team, working closely with Engineers, Architects and Business Analysts Experience required: Demonstrable experience as a a Senior or QA Lead Strong stakeholder engagement skills Ability to create Test Plans, Test Cases and Test Scenarios Beneficial - Azure DevOps Beneficial - Automation Test experience (the business uses Leapworks) The role is commutable from most Midlands based areas, including but not limited to Nottingham, Derby, Burton on Trent, Leicester, Northampton, Birmingham, Coventry and Warwickshire Well suited to Test Leads, Senior Testers, or BI Testers looking for their next step. Please apply to Delaney & Bourton for further information
Mar 22, 2024
Full time
Senior Test Analyst (Business Intelligence & Data) Salary circa 50k- 60k + Bonus Leicester (hybrid, 1 day per week in the office). Newly created role to join a UK recognised iconic brand during an excited period of transformation, heavy technology investment across people, processes and systems. This role will sit within a QA/Test team and will have a variety of work with the opportunity to liaise with both technical and business functions. Reporting directly into the QA Manager this role will be a Senior Test Analyst with a large focus/bias towards testing BI & Data based applications and Services. The role will suit a Senior Tester, or Test Lead that has experience in Testing BI and/or Data based Applications and Services. Role will include: Defining and executing testing activities across various Software and Systems with a focus on BI and Data (PowerBI/Azure/ETL) Creating and preparing Test Scripts Preparing Testing status reports Test Planning Working as part of a cross-functional Agile Delivery team, working closely with Engineers, Architects and Business Analysts Experience required: Demonstrable experience as a a Senior or QA Lead Strong stakeholder engagement skills Ability to create Test Plans, Test Cases and Test Scenarios Beneficial - Azure DevOps Beneficial - Automation Test experience (the business uses Leapworks) The role is commutable from most Midlands based areas, including but not limited to Nottingham, Derby, Burton on Trent, Leicester, Northampton, Birmingham, Coventry and Warwickshire Well suited to Test Leads, Senior Testers, or BI Testers looking for their next step. Please apply to Delaney & Bourton for further information
Senior QA Analyst/Tester (Automation, Selenium) - Here at Talos360! - £40,000-£45,000 +Benefits + Hybrid Working Over the past ten years, Talos360 has firmly established itself as a market leader in talent software solutions and online recruitment media with our innovations in the HR software space, Talos ATS & Talos Engage solving todays talent challenges. We support over 600 companies UK wide and are growing quickly. We are a SaaS technology business, with massive growth plans and investment. We need people who are passionate, problem-solvers who are excited by technology and innovation, and not afraid to wander off the beaten track in search of novel ideas. Do you want to be a part of solving challenging problems? If so, then we will be interested in talking to you about joining our industry leading technical team to help us create our cutting-edge systems. All our roles are hybrid with the need to only come into the office 1 day a week giving you a great work life balance! We now have a brand new vacancy for a Senior QA Analyst/Tester (Automation, Selenium) to work with our software development team to provide quality assurance in an agile development environment to execute all levels of QA tests including system, integrations and regression. You will be responsible for leading us into Automation Testing. As our new Senior QA Analyst/Tester (Automation, Selenium) you will be responsible on a day-to-day basis for: Creating and designing automated testing scripts using behaviour driven development (BDD) methodology Define test methods and create test plans for updated software project to determine whether the software will perform accurately and reliability, according to documented requirements Create and verify defects as necessary Review user stories specifications and design documents and provide exceptions criteria Non-functional testing using JMeter To be a good fit for us here at Talos, as well as having a great personality you should have previous Test Automation experience. Ideally as our new Senior QA Analyst/Tester (Automation, Selenium) you will also have experience of most of the following: Demonstrable experience as an automation tester Full understanding of the testing lifecycle & methodologies Excellent communication skills Knowledge of Scrum / Agile working practices Experience with C#, Javascript and SQL Knowledge of Selenium WebDriver, Gherkin using SpecFlow, CI Tools e.g. TeamCity and Dev Ops Desirable but not essential - ISTQB Certification/Qualification If you have a background as a Senior QA Analyst/Tester (Automation, Selenium) and are passionate about Technology and working for a an awesome company with top remuneration then this could be ideal for you. Please apply now for an immediate interview.
Mar 22, 2024
Full time
Senior QA Analyst/Tester (Automation, Selenium) - Here at Talos360! - £40,000-£45,000 +Benefits + Hybrid Working Over the past ten years, Talos360 has firmly established itself as a market leader in talent software solutions and online recruitment media with our innovations in the HR software space, Talos ATS & Talos Engage solving todays talent challenges. We support over 600 companies UK wide and are growing quickly. We are a SaaS technology business, with massive growth plans and investment. We need people who are passionate, problem-solvers who are excited by technology and innovation, and not afraid to wander off the beaten track in search of novel ideas. Do you want to be a part of solving challenging problems? If so, then we will be interested in talking to you about joining our industry leading technical team to help us create our cutting-edge systems. All our roles are hybrid with the need to only come into the office 1 day a week giving you a great work life balance! We now have a brand new vacancy for a Senior QA Analyst/Tester (Automation, Selenium) to work with our software development team to provide quality assurance in an agile development environment to execute all levels of QA tests including system, integrations and regression. You will be responsible for leading us into Automation Testing. As our new Senior QA Analyst/Tester (Automation, Selenium) you will be responsible on a day-to-day basis for: Creating and designing automated testing scripts using behaviour driven development (BDD) methodology Define test methods and create test plans for updated software project to determine whether the software will perform accurately and reliability, according to documented requirements Create and verify defects as necessary Review user stories specifications and design documents and provide exceptions criteria Non-functional testing using JMeter To be a good fit for us here at Talos, as well as having a great personality you should have previous Test Automation experience. Ideally as our new Senior QA Analyst/Tester (Automation, Selenium) you will also have experience of most of the following: Demonstrable experience as an automation tester Full understanding of the testing lifecycle & methodologies Excellent communication skills Knowledge of Scrum / Agile working practices Experience with C#, Javascript and SQL Knowledge of Selenium WebDriver, Gherkin using SpecFlow, CI Tools e.g. TeamCity and Dev Ops Desirable but not essential - ISTQB Certification/Qualification If you have a background as a Senior QA Analyst/Tester (Automation, Selenium) and are passionate about Technology and working for a an awesome company with top remuneration then this could be ideal for you. Please apply now for an immediate interview.
Our client is seeking a full-time Senior Automation Tester, this position is hybrid with travel to Sittingbourne and / or London. £60k - £70k and excellent benefits. As a Senior Automation Tester, you will design and build a robust, automated testing framework around three existing web applications to standardise testing procedures, minimise regression and deliver consistent documentation/evidence of test results for each deployment. In your first week in this Senior Automation Tester role, you can expect to: Collaborate with project managers, business analysts, and development teams to estimate testing efforts Break down testing tasks, considering factors like complexity, dependencies, and timelines Work closely with stakeholders to understand functional and non-functional requirements, and translate these into clear and concise acceptance criteria for each feature or user story Ensure that acceptance criteria cover both positive and negative scenarios Based on acceptance criteria, design comprehensive test scenarios. To apply for this Senior Automation Tester role, you will need at least 7 years of experience in software testing, including estimation and acceptance criteria definition. You will also require the following: Familiarity with Agile methodologies and sprint planning Proficiency in Selenium, SpecFlow, and ASP.NET MVC testing Analytical skills for defining acceptance criteria. In return for your passion, collaborative approach and commitment, you'll receive a salary of £60,000 - £70,000 and a generous benefits package, joining a friendly and inclusive culture. To apply for this hybrid full-time Senior Automation Tester job, please contact Deerfoot IT Recruitment today. Please refer any friends or colleagues for this role or direct them to our Careers page on our website. Deerfoot IT Resources Ltd is one of the UK's leading IT Recruitment Agencies, trusted by many of the UK's leading employers. Established in 1997, we have over 25 years of experience as IT Recruitment Specialists. We will never send your CV anywhere without your authorisation and only after you have seen the complete details of this opportunity. Deerfoot is acting as an employment agency for permanent hires and an employment business for contingency hires. Each time Deerfoot sends a CV to a recruiting client, we donate £1 to The Born Free Foundation (). Deerfoot is also climate-positive in partnership with Ecologi. Deerfoot IT Resources Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Mar 15, 2024
Full time
Our client is seeking a full-time Senior Automation Tester, this position is hybrid with travel to Sittingbourne and / or London. £60k - £70k and excellent benefits. As a Senior Automation Tester, you will design and build a robust, automated testing framework around three existing web applications to standardise testing procedures, minimise regression and deliver consistent documentation/evidence of test results for each deployment. In your first week in this Senior Automation Tester role, you can expect to: Collaborate with project managers, business analysts, and development teams to estimate testing efforts Break down testing tasks, considering factors like complexity, dependencies, and timelines Work closely with stakeholders to understand functional and non-functional requirements, and translate these into clear and concise acceptance criteria for each feature or user story Ensure that acceptance criteria cover both positive and negative scenarios Based on acceptance criteria, design comprehensive test scenarios. To apply for this Senior Automation Tester role, you will need at least 7 years of experience in software testing, including estimation and acceptance criteria definition. You will also require the following: Familiarity with Agile methodologies and sprint planning Proficiency in Selenium, SpecFlow, and ASP.NET MVC testing Analytical skills for defining acceptance criteria. In return for your passion, collaborative approach and commitment, you'll receive a salary of £60,000 - £70,000 and a generous benefits package, joining a friendly and inclusive culture. To apply for this hybrid full-time Senior Automation Tester job, please contact Deerfoot IT Recruitment today. Please refer any friends or colleagues for this role or direct them to our Careers page on our website. Deerfoot IT Resources Ltd is one of the UK's leading IT Recruitment Agencies, trusted by many of the UK's leading employers. Established in 1997, we have over 25 years of experience as IT Recruitment Specialists. We will never send your CV anywhere without your authorisation and only after you have seen the complete details of this opportunity. Deerfoot is acting as an employment agency for permanent hires and an employment business for contingency hires. Each time Deerfoot sends a CV to a recruiting client, we donate £1 to The Born Free Foundation (). Deerfoot is also climate-positive in partnership with Ecologi. Deerfoot IT Resources Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Test Engineer Test Engineer- UK's Leading Software House Company Hybrid - Aberdeen (Tech stack: Test Engineer, Automation, Manual, Exploratory, API, Selenium Web driver, ISEB, ISTQB, QA Analyst, Tester, Quality Assurance, Test Engineer) Our client is a small yet rapidly growing software house company that has recently been ranked amongst the top 50 companies in The Sunday Times Tech Track 100 as one of the fastest growing privately owned technology companies. We are seeking a Test Engineer to aid the QA process to support their aspiring development projects by delivering products to the highest standard. The position primarily involves application testing, including end-to-end feature and regression testing. We are seeking an individual who can contribute to manual testing, actively moving forward into automated testing and improving test processes. As part of a cross functional IT team, you may be required to help with 2nd line support tasks such SQL reporting. The testing duties will encompass 90% of your responsibilities with 10% being required to support utilising SQL skills for reports, this focus on testing shall increase when developer support can automate self-serving reports. Test Engineer applicants should be experienced in some or all the following (full training will be provided to fill any gaps in your skill set): Automation testing, Manual testing, coding, exploratory testing, manual API testing, Front and back end testing, Azure, Devops, Selenium Web driver, Java, SQL, Visual Studio IDE, source control tools, TFS, Git, HTML, CSS, DOM, DevOps, Agile, Scrum and Kanban. Their benefits include the following: Annual bonus up to 10% of base salary 7.5% pension contribution by the company Private medical Gym membership 25 days annual leave Birthdays off Monthly staff outings Development and training programs Cycle scheme Once a month in office Our client is building a company people love. A company that will stand the test of time. So they invest in their people, and optimize for your long term happiness. If you would like to explore the possibility of joining their family please apply without delay. Location: Hybrid - Aberdeen Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 + Bonus + Pension + Benefits NOIRUKTECHREC NOIRUKREC
Aug 19, 2023
Full time
Test Engineer Test Engineer- UK's Leading Software House Company Hybrid - Aberdeen (Tech stack: Test Engineer, Automation, Manual, Exploratory, API, Selenium Web driver, ISEB, ISTQB, QA Analyst, Tester, Quality Assurance, Test Engineer) Our client is a small yet rapidly growing software house company that has recently been ranked amongst the top 50 companies in The Sunday Times Tech Track 100 as one of the fastest growing privately owned technology companies. We are seeking a Test Engineer to aid the QA process to support their aspiring development projects by delivering products to the highest standard. The position primarily involves application testing, including end-to-end feature and regression testing. We are seeking an individual who can contribute to manual testing, actively moving forward into automated testing and improving test processes. As part of a cross functional IT team, you may be required to help with 2nd line support tasks such SQL reporting. The testing duties will encompass 90% of your responsibilities with 10% being required to support utilising SQL skills for reports, this focus on testing shall increase when developer support can automate self-serving reports. Test Engineer applicants should be experienced in some or all the following (full training will be provided to fill any gaps in your skill set): Automation testing, Manual testing, coding, exploratory testing, manual API testing, Front and back end testing, Azure, Devops, Selenium Web driver, Java, SQL, Visual Studio IDE, source control tools, TFS, Git, HTML, CSS, DOM, DevOps, Agile, Scrum and Kanban. Their benefits include the following: Annual bonus up to 10% of base salary 7.5% pension contribution by the company Private medical Gym membership 25 days annual leave Birthdays off Monthly staff outings Development and training programs Cycle scheme Once a month in office Our client is building a company people love. A company that will stand the test of time. So they invest in their people, and optimize for your long term happiness. If you would like to explore the possibility of joining their family please apply without delay. Location: Hybrid - Aberdeen Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 + Bonus + Pension + Benefits NOIRUKTECHREC NOIRUKREC
Lead Java Developer - SC Cleared Remote, United Kingdom - Salary DOE PERMANENT POSITION MUST BE SECURITY CLEARED At Amber Labs, we are a cutting-edge UK and European technology consultancy that prioritises empowering autonomy, promoting experimentation, and facilitating rapid learning to provide exceptional value to our clients. Our company culture is centred around collaboration, where all colleagues, regardless of their role, work together to minimise risk and shorten delivery times. Our team consists of highly-skilled cross-functional consultants, analysts, and support staff. Our clients have the opportunity to earn R&D credits that can be used towards our areas of expertise: Data, Governance, and Cloud Engineering, allowing us to drive customer-focused innovation. Our work extends across both the public and private sectors, providing our colleagues with a diverse and interesting landscape of experience. Amber Labs was founded on three key principles: 1. A people-first internal culture, with diverse investments and exciting opportunities for our team, and a partnership structure that ensures everyone has a chance to share in the success of the company. 2. Constant iteration to identify opportunities to develop artifacts, accelerators, and automation solutions that allow for rapid deployment of highly technical cloud or on-premises solutions for our clients. 3. Consistent investment in our ADM (Amber Labs Delivery Methodology, underpinned by Agile Methodology) to ensure maximum velocity, quality, and value. With demand for our services at an all-time high and continuous growth in our market sectors, we are embarking on a major recruitment drive. We are eager to recruit a talented QA Tester to join our Digital Practice and one of our project delivery teams. The role: You will be developing and delivering some of the most innovative software solutions available for our clients. This will include development of both client and Server Side software following recognised standards and patterns. With a demonstrable agile mind-set and approach, you'll have ample opportunity to illustrate your love of development and passion for technology. Core responsibilities of the position: Development and unit testing, implementation of complex multi-tier applications. Provide technical support for the transition of applications into live service Ensure that functional and non-functional requirements are implemented. Ensure that projects are delivered on time and on budget Enhancing existing applications to meet changes and requirements. Meeting with the development team to discuss Back End interface ideas and applications. Reviewing application requirements and interface designs. Creating OpenAPI contracts for the developed API services. Developing and implementing highly scalable and resilient Back End interface components using Java and Spring stack. Writing application programming interface codes using Java & Spring that will leverage cloud services such as GKE, Cloud Logging, Cloud Monitoring (Prometheus), Pub/Sub (&Kafka), Redis, SQL, NoSQL (mostly Google Cloud Platform). Troubleshooting interface software and debugging application codes. Developing and implementing Back End architecture to support business requirements. Monitoring and improving Back End performance. Documenting application changes and developing updates. Essential Skills Experience of Scrum and Jira required. Java Back End development IntelliJ Experience creating or extending automation frameworks using Java/Maven/Junit/Cucumber-JVM/Selenium Webdriver Experience of using development design patterns within test automation (more than just Page Object/Page Factory frameworks designs) Understanding of core REST API testing concepts such as HTTP methods, headers, and status/response codes. Desirable Skills Excellent knowledge of Java and core open-source technologies and frameworks; experience of building scalable, resilient applications Experience of the core XP practices of Test-driven development, Pair Programming, and Continuous Integration Demonstrable experience in one or more technology stacks, eg, Spring (eg Core, MVC, Data, Boot/Cloud), Integration Technologies (Spring Integration, Apache Camel, REST, Messaging) Experience of working in collaborative teams and working in an agile manner in a commercial environment Experience in leading development teams, would be advantageous but not essential as we have a range of roles available Benefits: Join a rapidly expanding startup where personal growth is a part of our DNA. Benefit from a flexible work environment focused on deliverable outcomes. Receive private medical insurance through Aviva. Enjoy the benefits of a company pension plan through Nest. 25 days of annual leave plus UK bank holidays. Access Perkbox, a global employee rewards platform offering discounts, perks, and wellness resources. Participate in a generous employee referral program. A highly collaborative and collegial environment with opportunities for career advancement. Be encouraged to take bold steps and embrace a mindset of experimentation. Choose your preferred device, PC or Mac. Diversity & Inclusion: Here at Amber Labs, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all. Our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion includes: Valuing the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of all employees and creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and valued. Prohibiting all forms of harassment, bullying, discrimination, and victimisation and promoting a culture of dignity and respect for all. Educating all new hires on our Diversity and Inclusion policies and ensuring they are aware of their rights and responsibilities to create a safe and inclusive workplace. By taking these steps, we are dedicated to building a workplace that reflects and celebrates the diversity of our employees and communities. This role at Amber Labs is a permanent position, and all employees are required to meet the SC clearance requirements. Please be advised that, at this time, we are unable to consider candidates who require sponsorship or hold a visa of any type.
Aug 14, 2023
Full time
Lead Java Developer - SC Cleared Remote, United Kingdom - Salary DOE PERMANENT POSITION MUST BE SECURITY CLEARED At Amber Labs, we are a cutting-edge UK and European technology consultancy that prioritises empowering autonomy, promoting experimentation, and facilitating rapid learning to provide exceptional value to our clients. Our company culture is centred around collaboration, where all colleagues, regardless of their role, work together to minimise risk and shorten delivery times. Our team consists of highly-skilled cross-functional consultants, analysts, and support staff. Our clients have the opportunity to earn R&D credits that can be used towards our areas of expertise: Data, Governance, and Cloud Engineering, allowing us to drive customer-focused innovation. Our work extends across both the public and private sectors, providing our colleagues with a diverse and interesting landscape of experience. Amber Labs was founded on three key principles: 1. A people-first internal culture, with diverse investments and exciting opportunities for our team, and a partnership structure that ensures everyone has a chance to share in the success of the company. 2. Constant iteration to identify opportunities to develop artifacts, accelerators, and automation solutions that allow for rapid deployment of highly technical cloud or on-premises solutions for our clients. 3. Consistent investment in our ADM (Amber Labs Delivery Methodology, underpinned by Agile Methodology) to ensure maximum velocity, quality, and value. With demand for our services at an all-time high and continuous growth in our market sectors, we are embarking on a major recruitment drive. We are eager to recruit a talented QA Tester to join our Digital Practice and one of our project delivery teams. The role: You will be developing and delivering some of the most innovative software solutions available for our clients. This will include development of both client and Server Side software following recognised standards and patterns. With a demonstrable agile mind-set and approach, you'll have ample opportunity to illustrate your love of development and passion for technology. Core responsibilities of the position: Development and unit testing, implementation of complex multi-tier applications. Provide technical support for the transition of applications into live service Ensure that functional and non-functional requirements are implemented. Ensure that projects are delivered on time and on budget Enhancing existing applications to meet changes and requirements. Meeting with the development team to discuss Back End interface ideas and applications. Reviewing application requirements and interface designs. Creating OpenAPI contracts for the developed API services. Developing and implementing highly scalable and resilient Back End interface components using Java and Spring stack. Writing application programming interface codes using Java & Spring that will leverage cloud services such as GKE, Cloud Logging, Cloud Monitoring (Prometheus), Pub/Sub (&Kafka), Redis, SQL, NoSQL (mostly Google Cloud Platform). Troubleshooting interface software and debugging application codes. Developing and implementing Back End architecture to support business requirements. Monitoring and improving Back End performance. Documenting application changes and developing updates. Essential Skills Experience of Scrum and Jira required. Java Back End development IntelliJ Experience creating or extending automation frameworks using Java/Maven/Junit/Cucumber-JVM/Selenium Webdriver Experience of using development design patterns within test automation (more than just Page Object/Page Factory frameworks designs) Understanding of core REST API testing concepts such as HTTP methods, headers, and status/response codes. Desirable Skills Excellent knowledge of Java and core open-source technologies and frameworks; experience of building scalable, resilient applications Experience of the core XP practices of Test-driven development, Pair Programming, and Continuous Integration Demonstrable experience in one or more technology stacks, eg, Spring (eg Core, MVC, Data, Boot/Cloud), Integration Technologies (Spring Integration, Apache Camel, REST, Messaging) Experience of working in collaborative teams and working in an agile manner in a commercial environment Experience in leading development teams, would be advantageous but not essential as we have a range of roles available Benefits: Join a rapidly expanding startup where personal growth is a part of our DNA. Benefit from a flexible work environment focused on deliverable outcomes. Receive private medical insurance through Aviva. Enjoy the benefits of a company pension plan through Nest. 25 days of annual leave plus UK bank holidays. Access Perkbox, a global employee rewards platform offering discounts, perks, and wellness resources. Participate in a generous employee referral program. A highly collaborative and collegial environment with opportunities for career advancement. Be encouraged to take bold steps and embrace a mindset of experimentation. Choose your preferred device, PC or Mac. Diversity & Inclusion: Here at Amber Labs, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all. Our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion includes: Valuing the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of all employees and creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and valued. Prohibiting all forms of harassment, bullying, discrimination, and victimisation and promoting a culture of dignity and respect for all. Educating all new hires on our Diversity and Inclusion policies and ensuring they are aware of their rights and responsibilities to create a safe and inclusive workplace. By taking these steps, we are dedicated to building a workplace that reflects and celebrates the diversity of our employees and communities. This role at Amber Labs is a permanent position, and all employees are required to meet the SC clearance requirements. Please be advised that, at this time, we are unable to consider candidates who require sponsorship or hold a visa of any type.
QA Engineer QA Engineer - Global Foreign Exchange Company - Coventry- Hybrid (Tech stack: QA Engineer, Automation, C#, Finance, Fintech, Banking, API Testing, Automated, Azure, Exploratory, API, Selenium Web driver, ISEB, ISTQB, QA Analyst, Tester, Quality Assurance, Test Engineer, Test Analyst, QA Engineer) Our client has been dominating the foreign exchange market since 1984, they have been helping businesses and individuals across the globe to get their money where it needs to be. My client has various methods of payments needs such as business payment solutions, personal payments abroad (for example buying a property), travel money at airports, and supporting the global supply chain of wholesale banknotes. My client is looking for an experienced QA Engineer to help support QA Team within IT Development by undertaking functional and non-functional testing activities. The role will involve Quality Assurance and Testing on a range of software delivery streams, including web, desktop and mobile applications over cross-browser/devices, Azure cloud platforms, and back-end functionality, including API, which entails technical problem-solving. The QA Engineer will play a vital role in the analysis, planning, execution, and reporting of progress of their activities to their workstream Leads, including QA peers. Communication, diligence, test methodology know-how, and attention to detail are essential attributes and the QA influence within the Scrum team. As a QA Engineer you'll be within a new development team that is focused on delivering world-class technical solutions. The ideal candidate will be an experienced tester looking for a new challenge and who is enthusiastic about using technology to accelerate change within the industry. The successful candidate should also have a level of coding that will enable them to execute repeatable tests in an efficient and automated way. QA Engineer applicants should be experienced in some or all of the following (full training will be provided to fill any gaps in your skill set): Automation, C#, Finance, Fintech, Banking, Cypress, Selenium Web driver, Azure, SQL, Visual Studio IDE, source control tools, TFS, Git, HTML, CSS, DOM, DevOps, Agile, Scrum and Kanban. Their benefits include the following: Bupa medial healthcare (family plan included). Bonus Unlimited holiday allowance. Company pension Training allowance Staff Outings Snack filled Kitchen Awesome work environment at a company with a huge vision. Killer modern office and games room! Gym membership Location: Coventry / Hybrid Working Salary: £45,000 - £60,000 + Bonus + Pension + Benefits NOIRUKTECHREC NOIRUKREC
Aug 13, 2023
Full time
QA Engineer QA Engineer - Global Foreign Exchange Company - Coventry- Hybrid (Tech stack: QA Engineer, Automation, C#, Finance, Fintech, Banking, API Testing, Automated, Azure, Exploratory, API, Selenium Web driver, ISEB, ISTQB, QA Analyst, Tester, Quality Assurance, Test Engineer, Test Analyst, QA Engineer) Our client has been dominating the foreign exchange market since 1984, they have been helping businesses and individuals across the globe to get their money where it needs to be. My client has various methods of payments needs such as business payment solutions, personal payments abroad (for example buying a property), travel money at airports, and supporting the global supply chain of wholesale banknotes. My client is looking for an experienced QA Engineer to help support QA Team within IT Development by undertaking functional and non-functional testing activities. The role will involve Quality Assurance and Testing on a range of software delivery streams, including web, desktop and mobile applications over cross-browser/devices, Azure cloud platforms, and back-end functionality, including API, which entails technical problem-solving. The QA Engineer will play a vital role in the analysis, planning, execution, and reporting of progress of their activities to their workstream Leads, including QA peers. Communication, diligence, test methodology know-how, and attention to detail are essential attributes and the QA influence within the Scrum team. As a QA Engineer you'll be within a new development team that is focused on delivering world-class technical solutions. The ideal candidate will be an experienced tester looking for a new challenge and who is enthusiastic about using technology to accelerate change within the industry. The successful candidate should also have a level of coding that will enable them to execute repeatable tests in an efficient and automated way. QA Engineer applicants should be experienced in some or all of the following (full training will be provided to fill any gaps in your skill set): Automation, C#, Finance, Fintech, Banking, Cypress, Selenium Web driver, Azure, SQL, Visual Studio IDE, source control tools, TFS, Git, HTML, CSS, DOM, DevOps, Agile, Scrum and Kanban. Their benefits include the following: Bupa medial healthcare (family plan included). Bonus Unlimited holiday allowance. Company pension Training allowance Staff Outings Snack filled Kitchen Awesome work environment at a company with a huge vision. Killer modern office and games room! Gym membership Location: Coventry / Hybrid Working Salary: £45,000 - £60,000 + Bonus + Pension + Benefits NOIRUKTECHREC NOIRUKREC