IT Tester

Marlowe PLC; Lichfield, Tamworth; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading UK business in testing and compliance services as an IT Tester. In this full-time role, you'll be pivotal in enhancing application delivery while supporting legacy systems. Your responsibilities will include creating UAT training packs, troubleshooting issues, and executing comprehensive test strategies. This innovative firm offers hybrid working, allowing you to balance office time with remote flexibility. With a focus on sustainability and accountability, this is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in a supportive environment that values your contributions.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Royal London Pension

Mental Health & Well-being Scheme

Employee Recognition Scheme

Paid Recommend a Friend Scheme

Marlowes Rewards Benefits platform

Free mortgage advice

Qualifications

• 3+ years of software testing experience with strong attention to detail.
• Expertise in web application testing and API testing using tools like Postman.

Responsibilities

• Create UAT training packs and oversee the full testing cycle for projects.
• Develop and execute test strategies, including performance and security testing.

Skills

Software Testing

Web Application Testing

API Testing

Problem-Solving

Communication

Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Test Strategies

Tools

Postman

JavaScript

PowerShell

Job description

As an IT Tester for Marlowe Environmental Services, you will be working with our IT Team. You will be responsible for setting the testing roadmap for all core applications and aligning with projects for successful delivery. Testing will require you to provide end-to-end testing for core platforms and supporting system integrations when required.

Join a UK leading business in testing and compliance services. You will be part of a team at an exciting time, helping to transform and improve application delivery as we move to a reduced set of core systems. Your role will involve supporting existing legacy systems and delivering testing for all applications.

This full-time position reports to the Group IT Operations Manager and offers hybrid working from our office in Fazeley, Tamworth, for a minimum of 3 days per week.

Key Duties as an IT Tester:

• Create UAT training packs to ensure proper process and customer journey testing.
• Troubleshoot issues to maintain product quality and system reliability.
• Oversee the full testing cycle for projects and daily sprints.
• Develop and execute test strategies, including performance, security, failure mode, operational readiness, and SLA testing.
• Conduct manual and automated testing, updating and maintaining regression packs.
• Collaborate with teams, analyze test results, document findings, and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Essential Skills for an IT Tester:

• Minimum 3 years of software testing experience with strong attention to detail.
• Expertise in web application testing, network testing, and cross-browser compatibility.
• Proficiency in drafting test strategies, plans, and specifications.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Experience with API testing using tools like Postman and automated scripting in JavaScript.
• Solid understanding of SDLC, testing methodologies, and automated testing for web and APIs.

Beneficial Skills for an IT Tester:

• Knowledge of Microsoft/Azure fundamentals (MS-900, AZ-900).
• Experience with firewall configuration (e.g., SonicWALL).
• Familiarity with governance frameworks (ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials).
• Proficiency in Windows Server (physical, virtual, and cloud).
• Hands-on experience with system migrations and decommissioning.
• PowerShell scripting for automation and proactive workload management.

• Salary up to £45,000 per annum depending on experience.
• Hybrid working
• Free on-site parking
• Royal London Pension
• Mental Health & Well-being Scheme
• Employee Recognition Scheme
• Paid Recommend a Friend Scheme (up to £2000* for successful referrals)
• Marlowes Rewards Benefits platform including access to a GP
• Free mortgage advice

If you're ready to join a winning team and advance your career, we'd love to hear from you!

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