Software Test Engineer
Permanent role offering £42 500 - £47 500 DOE + benefits
Hybrid - few visits per month in Northamptonshire office
Unfortunately, we cannot consider candidates with VISA requirements - For this role you need to be eligible for SC clearance.
Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Software Test Engineer with solid automation and manual testing experience, including Unit / integration / functional / acceptance.
You will be responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of network applications written in C# by creating, executing, and maintaining test plans, test cases, and automated testing solutions. You will collaborate closely with the development and engineering team to deliver high-quality, bug-free applications.
You will design and run Manual / Automated tests for SaaS product written in C# . NET with Python sub processing. Software is developed in Azure DevOps for Linux / Windows environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Scope, Design, write and deploy Manual & Automated tests needed to confirm feature functionality, security, performance, and reliability of software
- Execute test plans to ensure the features meet the needs of our customers and the company.
- Write and fill test reports that will present performance and risks
- Recommend 3rd party tools to test functionality of developed software
- Reviewing and improving all technical documentation and user guides
- Liaising with Cross department teams to help deliver quality products
Requirements :
Strong problem-solving and debugging skillsExperience in defining test environment and planning testsExperience in writing and designing Manual & automation tests and testingDeveloping test cases and writing scriptsAbility to communicate discovered product issues with wider teamExperience with source control systems such as Git or Azure DevopsUnderstanding of Secure Development LifecycleHistory of creating test-plans and test-suites for automationAbility to provide constructive feedback and guide improvements in code quality and testing practices.Nice to Have :
Prior experience in testing similar Software product C# .NET PythonGood understanding of Linux and Windows environments (i.e. setting up users, setting file permissions, ssh, installation / uninstallation of packages, firewall configuration)Knowledge of Networking such as TCP / IP and RoutingAny experience with QA testing are desiredAdditional Benefits include :
Discretionary bonus based on company performancePrivate Medical InsuranceLife Assurance25 days for each holiday year (plus all bank holidays)Yearly salary review, normally end of the yearIf you would travel onsite from afar, costs of travelling, accommodation, can be covered.