QA Tester

Pharmica Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Central London office

Pension scheme

Mentorship and career development

Job summary

Pharmica is seeking a QA Tester to enhance software quality in a fast-paced healthcare tech environment in London. You will drive both automated and manual testing processes, ensuring robust test coverage and reliable releases.

The role requires hands-on experience with UI automation (Selenium) and programming in C# (or Python/Java). You will collaborate with developers and operate within an agile team, based at our central London office.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience with UI automation tools (Selenium).
• Experience as the sole QA engineer in an agile team.
• 2 years of programming experience (C# preferred).
• Solid background in manual testing.
• Inquisitive mindset with interest in test automation best practices.
• Experience with Git.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and execute automated test scripts using UI automation tools (Selenium).
• Collaborate with developers to integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines.
• Conduct thorough manual testing to validate software functionality and user experience.
• Write and execute detailed test cases and plans across platforms.
• Identify, track, and document defects using bug tracking tools.

Skills

Selenium

C# programming

Python/Java

Manual testing

Git

Agile

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CI/CD

Bug tracking

SpecFlow

Job description

At Pharmica, we believe that exceptional software demands exceptional testing. As a market leader in innovative healthcare solutions, we are committed to delivering safe, reliable, and intuitive technology to our customers. Our dynamic team works on projects that transform the healthcare experience, and we’re looking for a QA Tester to join us on this journey.

If you’re a detail-oriented problem-solver with a knack for uncovering bugs and optimising software quality, this is your chance to make an impact and grow your career.

What You’ll Be Doing

Automation Testing

• Develop, maintain, and execute automated test scripts using UI automation tools (preferably Selenium).
• Focus on programming in C# (preferred), though experience in Python, Java, or other languages is acceptable.
• Collaborate with developers to integrate automated tests into the development process and CI/CD pipelines.

Manual Testing

• Conduct thorough manual testing to validate software functionality and user experience.
• Write and execute detailed test cases and plans across various platforms.
• Identify, track, and document defects using our established bug tracking tools.

What We’re Looking For

Must-Have Skills

• 2 years working with UI automation tools (preferably Selenium).
• Experience creating test plans and driving quality assurance as the sole QA engineer in an agile team.
• 2 years of programming experience (C# preferred, but Python/Java/other languages are acceptable).
• Solid background in manual testing.
• Inquisitive mindset with a passion for staying informed about test automation best practices and trends.
• Experience with version control systems (Git).

Preferred Skills

• Basic SQL knowledge.
• Experience with BDD frameworks (preferably SpecFlow, Cucumber, etc.), with a strong preference for C# with Selenium.
• Familiarity with design patterns and best practices in C#.

Bonus Points For

• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, Azure, Jenkins, etc.).
• Experience with API testing tools like Postman, Insomnia, or curl.
• Exposure to performance testing tools.

Who You Are

• Independent and Proactive: You’re comfortable taking the lead and researching solutions independently when faced with new challenges.
• Detail-Oriented: No bug escapes your watchful eyes.
• Collaborative Team Player: You work well with others and value open communication.
• Eager to Learn: You’re constantly looking to expand your skill set and embrace new challenges.
• Organised & Efficient: You can juggle multiple priorities without missing deadlines.

Why Join Pharmica?

• Competitive Salary: £30,000-£35,000 per year (based on experience).
• Vibrant Culture: Fun, friendly office with table football, a stocked drinks fridge, and regular socials.
• Amazing Location: Central London office (WC1), walking distance from Russell Square, Kings Cross, Chancery Lane, and more.
• Career Growth: Unmatched opportunities for development in a forward-thinking company.
• Benefits: Pension scheme and more.

Are you ready to further your career in QA testing and join a company where your contributions truly matter? We’re excited to welcome a detail-driven QA Tester to our growing team at Pharmica.

Job Type

Full-time

Pay

£30,000.00 - £35,000.00 per year

This is an excellent opportunity to work in an exciting company and gain unique, valuable experience.

• Central London (WC1X) office with spectacular views of the city and within walking distance from various underground and train stations such as Russell Square, Chancery Lane, King's Cross and Farringdon
• Fun and friendly office environment (table football, fruit bowls, cakes and snacks, drinks fridge, etc.)
• Employee Discount
• Free Parking
• Excellent mentorship and career development
• BlueLight card Discount

Private Medical Insurance (activated after probation), with rewards including:

• Up to 50% off gym memberships (PureGym, Virgin Active, Nuffield Health)
• Discounted Apple Watch purchases
• Up to 40% off fitness trackers and smartwatches (Garmin, Fitbit, Samsung, Polar, Withings)
• Discounted cinema tickets (Vue, ODEON)
• 30% off Merlin attractions (e.g. Alton Towers, Thorpe Park)
• Up to 20% off hotel bookings (up to 4 per year) with Expedia
• Discounts on Waitrose shopping and Mindful Chef food boxes
• Up to 75% off selected Champneys spa breaks
• Vitality American Express Credit Card with up to 2% cashback
• Access to Rakuten TV on-demand movie rentals
• 30-day Deliveroo Plus Gold membership included
• Weekly discounts at Itsu
• Up to 25% off luxury hotels with Mr & Mrs Smith
• Exclusive discounts at Gymshark and SportsShoes
• 12-month Fiit fitness membership included
• Up to 25% off bikes or 15% off Turbo e-bikes plus equipment discounts
• 12-month Headspace subscription included
• Up to £1,026 cashback on Peloton Tread or £630 on Peloton Bike/Bike+
• Free Allen Carr Easyway stop smoking programme (worth up to £379)

Schedule

• Monday to Friday
• Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Education

Bachelor's (preferred)

Experience

Selenium: 2 years (required)

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