Relaunch - Quality Engineer

Capgemini; Telford; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Capgemini in the United Kingdom is launching Relaunch@Capgemini, a 6-month programme to help returning professionals re-enter the workplace as Quality Engineers (Testers). The role focuses on ensuring quality across digital transformation projects in an Agile environment.

You will review requirements, create and run tests, and collaborate with the Product Owner and teams. The role offers hybrid working between Capgemini offices, client sites, and home, with travel to the Telford office about 3

Qualifications

• Understanding of software testing and quality assurance.
• Experience testing APIs and integration points.
• Familiarity with Agile development practices.
• Awareness of test automation and testing tools.

Responsibilities

• Review requirements to ensure they are testable.
• Create test scripts and test data with teams.
• Run tests, record results, and retest to verify fixes.
• Communicate progress and risks with the team and Product Owner.
• Support a collaborative, learning-focused Relaunch environment.

Skills

Software testing

API testing

Agile methodologies

Test automation

Load testing

Git

Tools

Jira

Confluence

WireMock

Git

Job description

Relaunch@CapgeminiHave you taken a career break of 18 months or more? Whether it was for family, health, travel, or something else entirely — we understand that returning to work can feel daunting. That’s why we created Relaunch@Capgemini, a supportive 6-month programme designed to help you build confidence, refresh your skills, and ease your transition back into the workplace.We’re not looking for perfection — we’re looking for potential. You don’t need to meet every requirement listed — if you have relevant experience and a willingness to learn, we encourage you to apply.About the job you're consideringWe’re currently looking for Quality Engineers (Testers) to join our growing team, working on innovative digital transformation projects. You’ll be part of a collaborative Agile environment that values continuous learning and supports your return to work.Our teams work across a range of technologies, including cloud platforms and traditional infrastructure, using Java-based languages and frameworks. We specialise in transforming legacy systems into cloud-native solutions, using Agile and DevOps practices across a range of platforms. You’ll be supported as you re-familiarise yourself with tools and practices, and we’ll help you build on your existing knowledge.Hybrid working: The places that you work from day to day will vary according to your role, your needs, and those of the business; it will be a blend of Company offices, client sites, and your home; noting that you will be unable to work at home 100% of the time. You will be required to travel to our office based in Telford on average 3 days per week.If you are successfully offered this position, you will go through a series of pre-employment checks, including: identity, nationality (single or dual) or immigration status, employment history going back 3 continuous years, and unspent criminal record check (known as Disclosure and Barring Service)Your roleAs a Quality Engineer, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the quality and reliability of the solutions we deliver. Your responsibilities may include:Reviewing and assessing requirements to ensure they are testable.Creating test scripts and preparing test data in collaboration with other teams.Running tests, recording results, and retesting to confirm that issues have been resolved.Communicating progress and raising any concerns or risks with the wider team, including the Product Owner.You’ll be working alongside experienced professionals in a supportive environment that encourages knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.Your skills and experienceWe understand that returning to work after time away from the industry can feel challenging, and you may not be familiar with every tool or technique listed. That’s absolutely fine — we’re here to support your development and help you build confidence as you re-enter the workplace.We’re looking for individuals who have a good understanding of software testing and quality assurance, and who are keen to learn and grow. You might bring experience in some of the following areas:Communicating clearly and working well with others to solve problemsTesting APIs and working with tools that support thisCarrying out functional or system integration testingUsing automated testing tools or frameworksUnderstanding how to simulate external systems (e.g. using tools like Wiremock)Exploring performance or load testingWorking with tools like JIRA or Confluence to manage tasks and testsContributing to software development in an Agile environmentUsing version control tools such as GitYou don’t need to have experience in all of these areas — if you’re familiar with some and open to learning the rest, we’ll support you through the Relaunch programme.Ready to Relaunch?We’re here to support you every step of the way. If you’re feeling unsure, that’s completely normal. But if you’re curious, excited, or even just a little bit interested — we encourage you to apply or you can attend our upcoming event first and put an application in afterwards as application remain open until after the event. Application closing date – 8th of November.Our Relaunch EventWe are also hosting a special in-person event in partnership with Career Returners to give you the opportunity to explore the programme and meet the people behind it.Location: Capgemini Telford, Grange Central, Telford, Shropshire, TF3 4ERDate: Thursday 5th of NovemberTime: 11am-2pmThe event will include:A panel discussion with Capgemini returner alumni sharing their journeysA confidence-building workshop led by a Career Returners coachNetworking opportunities with hiring managers and programme leadsA Q&A session to answer your questions about the programme and application processThis is a fantastic opportunity to connect, learn, and feel inspired about restarting your career – you can register for the event here