QA & Automation Test Engineer

IT Global Consulting Ltd.; Slough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an experienced QA & Automation Test Engineer to ensure the quality of its enterprise platform. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and experience in automation testing. Responsibilities include coordinating testing procedures, developing automated solutions, and identifying quality issues. This role promises an engaging environment and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an automation test engineer.
• Knowledge of advanced programming skills.
• Proficiency in scripting languages like Java and VBScript.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the software design team regarding verification protocols.
• Develop ideas for automated testing procedures.
• Test, report, and identify problem areas.

Skills

Java

Selenium

JMeter

Postman

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field

Tools

Automation systems

Relational data technologies

Non-relational data technologies

Job description

IT Global Consulting Limited is seeking an experienced and highly motivated QA & Automation Test Engineer responsible for testing, maintenance, and ongoing support of the platform, acting as the internal focal point for an enterprise platform. The candidate should be self-motivated, ambitious, and eager to stay at the forefront of QA and automation testing technologies.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Coordinate with the software design team regarding verification protocols.
2. Identify weaknesses and target areas of software applications.
3. Develop ideas for automated testing procedures.
4. Test, report, and identify problem areas.
5. Design and install software databases.
6. Identify quality issues and generate test reports.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field.
• Previous experience as an automation test engineer.
• Knowledge of advanced programming skills, automation systems, and databases.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Java and VBScript.
• Understanding of application functions, bug fixing, and testing protocols.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Skills and Qualifications

Java, Selenium, JMeter, Postman

Preferred Technologies and Experience

• Nginx
• IPv4 Networking
• Software engineering (C/C++/Java/Python/Go/Rust/Node)
• Test automation
• Relational and non-relational data technologies

Personal Traits

• Passion for technology
• Initiative
• Self-learning
• Team player with ownership of team capability and knowledge

Certifications (Optional but Advantageous)

• AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
• AWS Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional
• Sun Certified Java Programmer (SCJP) for J2SE 6.0
• Sun Certified Web Component Developer (SCWCD)
• ITILv3 Foundation Certificate in IT Service Management

Location & Salary

Location: Slough - Berkshire, UK

Salary: £40,000 to £50,000

This job posting appears to be active and not expired.