Junior QA Engineer

Searchspring; Little London; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Searchspring is seeking a QA Tester to join their dynamic team in Little London. The ideal candidate will develop automated tests using C#, collaborate with development teams, and ensure high-quality delivery for the marketing platform. With a competitive salary and benefits, this is an exciting opportunity to grow in a supportive environment focused on innovation.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

25 days' holiday per year

Company pension scheme

Vitality Healthcare

Flexible working between home and office

Qualifications

• Degree, diploma, or equivalent experience in computer science-related field.
• Familiarity with automated testing and coding in C#.
• Basic understanding of SQL (MSSQL) and API testing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain automated tests using C# and XUnit Framework.
• Document and carry out manual testing of product features.
• Investigate and document bugs using Azure DevOps.

Skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Coding

SQL

API testing

Agile methodologies

Education

Degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

Azure DevOps

Selenium

Postman

Job description

Searchspring provides e-commerce retailers with the industry-leading software platform for site search, product merchandising, and personalization. With offices in San Antonio, Denver, Colorado Springs, Portland, Bangalore, London, Melbourne, and remote across the globe, Searchspring employees are dedicated to fostering an environment that enables everyone to thrive, both personally and professionally, and feel supported, engaged, and valued every step of the way.

Backed by a growth equity firm with extensive resources and expertise in helping software and technology companies navigate transformational growth, Searchspring helps our customers, like PuraVida, Fabletics, SKIMS, West Elm, Specialized, and RipCurl increase cart size, conversion, and repeat customers. Join us as we change the way the world shops online and achieve our mission to deliver the ultimate shopper experience.

Who You Are

• Open-minded approach to problem-solving
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to create test cases for common scenarios
• Interest in learning and adapting to new technologies
• Willingness to share knowledge and support others
• Collaborative working style

What You’ll Do

You will be working closely with the QA Team Lead and Development Team to ensure delivery of high-quality marketing platform and develop\manage automated tests. You will be working on new and exciting projects using the latest Microsoft Technologies. You will have the help and support needed to take the skills you have learnt from your courses and develop them into real world situations

How You Will Succeed

• By developing and maintaining automated tests using C# with XUnit Framework to execute Selenium test cases
• By carrying out and documenting Manual testing of new and existing product features
• By investigating and documenting bugs and user queries using Azure Devops
• By using Postman for API Testing
• By using SQL to investigate bugs and test features
• By working with a development team to identify functional and behavioral issues and documenting these as required
• By providing support in deployment process of products

What We’re Looking For

• Degree, diploma, apprenticeship, or equivalent experience in a computer science-related field
• Familiarity with writing automated tests
• Some exposure to coding with C# or any other high-level programming language
• Basic understanding of SQL (MSSQL)
• Awareness of different testing types and heuristics used for web testing
• Manual testing and exploratory testing experience
• Knowledge of white-box and black-box testing techniques
• Experience writing test cases
• Exposure to API testing
• Understanding of Agile methodologies and TDD practices
• Experience with Cloud technologies (e.g., Azure)
• Familiarity working on software handling high volumes of data
• Understanding of marketing technology or e-commerce platforms
• Experience with Agile tools such as Azure DevOps or Boards
• Skills in using workflow or diagramming tools such as Visio or Lucidchart
• Knowledge of DOM manipulation
• Scripting experience with PowerShell

Benefits and Company Perks

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme
• The chance to work with innovative and progressive technology
• 25 days' holiday per year, increasing by one day for each additional year of service, to a maximum of 28 days
• Company pension scheme
• Vitality Healthcare/Half Price Gym membership/Free Coffee and more....
• Cycle to work program
• Flexible working between home and office

Athos Commerce is an equal-opportunity employer and proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. We strongly believe that diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are essential in cultivating an inclusive culture and building an innovative, successful organization. All qualified applicants are considered for employment, without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status. If you require accommodation during the application process, please don't hesitate to contact us.