Graduate Tester

Scott Logic; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Scott Logic is seeking a Graduate Software Tester to join their Edinburgh office and contribute to challenging projects involving web, mobile, and desktop applications. The ideal candidate will have a relevant academic background and a passion for technology, with opportunities for mentorship and collaboration in a dynamic Agile environment. Benefits include annual leave, family leave policies, and various employee perks.

Benefits

25 days annual leave, rising to 30

Generous family leave policies

Employer pension scheme

Private medical services

Group life assurance

Discounted gym membership

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Undergraduate/postgraduate with a strong academic background.
• Completed or pending degree in relevant field (computing/mathematics/engineering).
• Demonstrable passion for technology and eagerness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Work on real-world development projects on web, mobile, and desktops.
• Collaborate with mentors and teams to enhance skills.
• Utilize Agile practices for software development.

Skills

Passion for technology

Adaptability to new technologies

Education

A Level or Higher grades at least BBB

2:1 or higher in computing, mathematical, engineering or scientific field

Tools

HTML5

JavaScript

C# .NET

Java

Job description

Are you an undergraduate or postgraduate who wants to build a career as a Graduate Software Tester, creating complex and richly interactive software applications using the latest technologies?

Scott Logic works with some of the UK’s biggest companies and government departments to provide a pragmatic approach to technology, delivering bespoke software solutions and consultancy.

Take the first step into a challenging and rewarding career by joining our graduate programme as a software developer. You would be based at our Edinburgh office.

You will have:

• A Level or Higher grades of at least BBB or equivalent
• Achieved a 2:1 or higher in a computing, mathematical, engineering or scientific field, either completed or pending
• A passion for technology
• The ability to adapt and learn new technologies on the job

You will get the opportunity to:

• Be mentored by experienced and talented people in a collaborative environment that encourages the sharing of knowledge and experience.
• Work with others to get you up and running on real-world development projects from the very beginning.
• Work across web, mobile and desktop using a range of technologies including HTML5/JavaScript, C# .NET and Java/Testing and or Automation

You’ll learn all the skills you’ll need for the best start to your career as part of a talented software consultancy team committed to delivering beyond clients’ expectations. We follow an Agile approach with solid development practices. We are looking for creative and self-motivated problem solvers with a demonstrable passion for technology.

What you’ll get in return is:

• 25 days’ annual leave, rising to 30 days with each year of service.
• Generous family leave policies.
• Access to an employer pension scheme, private medical services and group life assurance.
• A range of optional benefits such as discounted gym membership and a cycle-to-work scheme.

In our offices you’ll find employee-led clubs and events, as well as free games, books, and refreshments.

We have shared values that govern our behaviour toward others and the environment. We are proud to be a B Corp, a global movement of businesses driving for a more inclusive, equitable, and regenerative economy.

We believe diversity drives innovation, and embrace a culture where everyone can contribute, irrespective of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability.

You can find more information about our accreditations and values on our website.