About this role
Job Requirements
Location: Hybrid Working – London Office/Remote
Reporting to: QA Team Lead
Job Purpose
We are looking for a super-sharp Test Engineer to work in our Agile development teams. You will be working in a great atmosphere on stimulating projects with other talented test engineers. We will need you to provide high quality testing services to the engineering team, working with other testers assigned to a project. You will be working closely with developers and the product owner. Our testing work involves gaining a deep understanding of the product so that you can focus your testing activities.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
- Developing a deep understanding of the product and system under test.
- Designing, writing, and maintaining automated and manual test cases.
- Executing test plans including scripted, exploratory, regression, and integration testing.
- Collaborating closely with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to clarify requirements and resolve defects.
- Participating actively in Agile processes like sprint planning and reviews to ensure quality integration.
- Evaluating test results, documenting defects, and reporting status to the team.
This role will be subject to an employment screening process and will require security clearance.
Work Experience
Essential:
- Minimum three years’ experience working as a tester.
- Demonstrable ability to write efficient and effective manual tests.
- A strong interest in the technical side of information technology and software development.
- Working knowledge of Ubuntu or other Linux distributions.
- Use of defect tracking tools (Jira, Xray).
- Comfortable using command line tools.
- Debug / troubleshooting skills.
- Excellent communication, both written and verbal.
- STEM degree or similar equivalent qualifications
Desirable:
- Demonstrable experience with networking.
- Knowledge of vulnerability management and CVE best practices.