Graduate QAT

Scrumconnect Consulting; England; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Scrumconnect Consulting in the UK is seeking a motivated Graduate QA/Test Engineer to start their career in software quality assurance, working with experienced engineers on real-world projects. You will gain hands-on experience across the full testing lifecycle and develop technical and analytical skills.

Join an agile team, design and execute test cases, learn automation tools like Selenium, Cypress and Playwright, and contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes while adhering to

Qualifications

• A degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or related field.
• Basic understanding of SDLC and software testing principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Exposure to test automation tools (Selenium, Cypress, Playwright).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute test cases and test scripts from requirements and user stories.
• Perform manual and automated testing across web and/mobile applications.
• Identify, document, and track defects using bug-tracking tools (e.g. Jira, Azure DevOps).
• Collaborate with developers, business analysts, and product owners to understand requirements and acceptance criteria.
• Support regression, functional, and integration testing activities.
• Participate in daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives in an Agile/Scrum environment.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of testing processes and documentation.
• Learn and apply testing tools, frameworks, and methodologies under guidance from senior team members.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Software Engineering / Information Technology or related field

Tools

Selenium

Cypress

Playwright

Jira

Azure DevOps

Postman

Job description

Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens. With a strong commitment to user-centred design and agile delivery, we continue to deliver innovative digital services that matter.

Role Overview

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Graduate QA/Test Engineer to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate to begin their career in software quality assurance and testing, working alongside experienced engineers on real-world projects. You will gain hands‑on experience across the full software testing lifecycle while developing your technical and analytical skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in designing, developing, and executing test cases and test scripts based on requirements and user stories
• Perform manual and, where applicable, automated testing across web and/or mobile applications
• Identify, document, and track defects using bug-tracking tools (e.g. Jira, Azure DevOps)
• Collaborate closely with developers, business analysts, and product owners to understand requirements and acceptance criteria
• Support regression, functional, and integration testing activities
• Participate in daily stand‑ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives within an Agile/Scrum environment
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of testing processes and documentation
• Learn and apply testing tools, frameworks, and methodologies under guidance from senior team members
• A degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
• Basic understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and software testing principles
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with keen attention to detail
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team
• Eagerness to learn and develop within a QA/testing career path.
• Exposure to test automation tools (e.g. Selenium, Cypress, Playwright)
• Basic knowledge of SQL for data validation
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies
• Understanding of API testing (e.g. Postman)
• Any relevant testing certification (e.g. ISTQB Foundation Level) is a plus, though not essential

Diversity & Inclusion

At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe that diversity drives innovation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every individual is respected, valued, and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences, and we actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, underrepresented communities, and those seeking flexible working arrangements.