Senior QA/Test Engineer

Version 1; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in IT Services is looking for a Software Engineer in Test to join their agile team in Newcastle upon Tyne. The role involves defining test strategies, executing tests, and enhancing testing processes. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in automated and manual testing, particularly with Java and popular testing tools. Join a culture that values inclusivity and offers comprehensive benefits, mentorship, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus and equity scheme

Private medical

Life insurance

Tech schemes

Incentivized certifications

Profit Share scheme

Pathways Career Development program

Qualifications

• Experience in automated and manual testing.
• Proficiency in Java and open source testing tools.

Responsibilities

• Defining and executing test strategies, plans, and scripts.
• Supporting scrum teams in test automation development.
• Recording and monitoring issues accurately.

Skills

Automated Quality Assurance

Manual Testing

Java

Agile Environment

Education

UK resident for 5+ years

Tools

Cypress

Karate

PlayWright

Selenium

Job description

Version 1, based in Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, UK, has over 26 years of experience in Technology Services, trusted by global brands. We partner with Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, Red Hat, OutSystems, and Snowflake. Recognized as an award-winning employer, we focus on our core values and are expanding our Digital, Data, and Cloud practices.

Job Description

We are seeking a Software Engineer in Test, Test Engineer, or Test Analyst skilled in manual and automation testing. You will work within an agile team to help clients achieve business transformation by identifying requirements, developing solutions, and providing ongoing testing guidance.

Responsibilities include:

• Defining and executing test strategies, plans, and scripts
• Recording and monitoring issues accurately
• Supporting scrum teams in test automation development
• Reviewing test environments and processes for continuous improvement
• Providing test estimates

Qualifications:

• Experience in Automated Quality Assurance, including cross-browser, functional, API, and acceptance tests
• Manual testing experience in front-end, device, exploratory, and user acceptance testing
• Proficiency in Java and open source tools like Cypress, Karate, PlayWright, Selenium
• Experience working in an agile environment
• Optional: performance testing or other non-functional testing experience
• UK resident for 5+ years or currently hold Security Clearance

Why join Version 1?

• Competitive salary, bonus, and equity scheme
• Inclusive culture and diversity celebration
• Mentorship and career development opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements for work-life balance
• Comprehensive benefits including private medical, life insurance, tech schemes, and incentivized certifications
• Profit Share scheme and Pathways Career Development program

Join us to grow professionally and enjoy numerous employee benefits. For more details, contact us.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• IT Services and Consulting