Quality Assurance Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Dundee; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A data analytics and market insight company is seeking a QA engineer to join their rapidly growing team in Dundee. This role involves manual testing with opportunities for automation, aimed at enhancing the team’s capabilities. The position requires a proactive individual with at least 3 years of experience, looking to contribute to a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in software testing.
• Experience with test automation tools like Selenium or Playwright.
• Solid understanding of QA methodologies and Agile environments.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute detailed test plans and test cases.
• Develop and maintain regression testing packs.
• Identify automation opportunities and implement scripts.

Skills

Software testing

Test automation

Agile methodology

Collaboration

Tools

Selenium

Playwright

Cypress

Job description

Job Description

Head Resourcing are looking for a QA engineer for a data analytics and market insight company. The role is based in Dundee around 6 days minimum per month and pays between £40,000 - £45,000. The role unfortunately does not offer sponsorship.

With the company growing rapidly this role will suit someone who is ambitious, willing to take initiative and make themselves a key member of the team. We are looking for a self-starter with an entrepreneurial attitude to join us on our growth journey. This role is ideal for someone who has predominantly worked in manual testing but does have some exposure to automation technologies such as Playwright or Selenium.

Key Accountabilities

• Design and execute detailed test plans and test cases based on product requirements and acceptance criteria.
• Develop and maintain regression testing packs to ensure consistent product quality.
• Identify opportunities for test automation and lead the implementation of automated test scripts.
• Collaborate with developers and product owners to define and refine user stories and acceptance criteria.
• Perform diagnostic and system testing, and report findings to stakeholders in a clear and actionable way.
• Maintain high-quality test data and document test results thoroughly to aid in debugging and future coverage.
• Participate actively in Agile ceremonies (daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives).
• Continuously assess and improve QA processes in line with Agile best practices.
• Adherence to all governance requirements and resolution of all risk and compliance action items within stipulated timeframes

Key Skills

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in software testing (manual or automated).
• Some experience with test automation tools (e.g. Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, etc.).
• Solid understanding of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development environments.

Mindset & Behaviours

• Proactive and self-motivated – you're someone who takes initiative and looks for ways to improve.
• Curious and eager to learn – excited by new tools, techniques, and the evolution of QA practices.
• Collaborative – a team player who thrives in cross-functional environments and values clear, open communication.