Junior Software Tester

Citrus-Lime Ltd; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Citrus-Lime Ltd, a growing tech business, seeks a Junior Software Tester to support its QA team. No experience is required; we value detail-oriented problem solvers eager to grow in their tech careers. Join us for robust training, supportive culture, and exciting growth opportunities in software testing.

Benefits

31 days of holiday including bank holidays

Company healthcare covering private diagnosis

Full training and career development support

Inclusive and fun work culture

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with a keen interest in software testing.
• No prior experience required, eagerness to learn essential.
• Effective team player and communicator.

Responsibilities

• Execute manual and exploratory testing for software quality.
• Assist in regression testing and manage testing backlog.
• Document problem reports and contribute to test automation efforts.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving

Collaboration

Documentation Skills

Technical Aptitude

Job description

Citrus-Lime is an exciting, high-growth tech business providing a cloud-based POS system to small and mid-sized retailers. We compete and win against large tech giants, and we’re profitable and growing fast.

Our customers are retailers in the outdoor sector, from Cycling through to Equestrian. We’ve revolutionised the way UK cycle retail works, helping small companies compete and win against larger businesses. We are now at the early stages of internationalisation with a solid customer base in Ireland, Europe, USA, and Australia. It’s an exciting time to join our team!

We are seeking a Junior Software Tester to join our dynamic QA team. No previous testing experience is required, as we are keen to hire individuals from any background who can demonstrate the necessary skills and the ability to learn quickly. If you are detail-oriented, a great problem-solver, and excited by the prospect of working in tech, we’d love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Manual Testing: Execute manual and exploratory testing to ensure software quality.
• Regression Testing: Assist the QA team in performing regression testing on new releases to identify any issues or defects.
• Backlog Management: Help the team manage and clear the testing backlog to maintain a smooth development pipeline.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the development team to contribute to an agile software development process.
• Test Documentation: Accurately document problem reports, including issue descriptions, correct functionality, and steps to reproduce.
• Automated Testing (Future Focus): Learn and contribute to the execution of automated tests with a view to eventually writing new automated test scripts.
• Continuous Development: Take ownership of your personal and professional growth, developing your programming and software testing skills.
• Keen to Learn: We are looking for individuals who are passionate about learning and developing new skills, regardless of background.
• Technical Aptitude: A natural curiosity for how things work, with a desire to understand and engage with software testing processes.
• Attention to Detail: A high level of accuracy and attention to detail when testing software and documenting issues.
• Team Player: A collaborative and communicative approach, comfortable working within a team-based agile environment.
• Problem-Solving: A curious and thorough approach to problem-solving.
• Documentation Skills: Ability to produce clear, accurate, and user-friendly documentation.

What’s In It For You?

• Training and Development: Full training will be provided, and you will be supported as you grow and develop your career in software testing.
• Benefits: 31 days’ holiday, including bank holidays and time off at Christmas.
• Healthcare: Company healthcare covering private diagnosis and treatment, optical, and dental care.
• Growth Opportunities: A meritocratic environment that rewards results, with opportunities for career development.
• Culture: Join a passionate and experienced team in a supportive, inclusive, and fun work environment.

We encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds who are excited about learning and want to start a career in software testing. If this sounds like the opportunity for you, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV and cover letter to [e-mail].

Call anytime Monday to Friday between 09:00 and 17:00 to speak to one of our friendly retail experts.