Senior Software Quality Engineer

Ping Identity; Bristol; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A cybersecurity company in Bristol is seeking a Senior Software Quality Engineer to enhance the quality of web applications. The role involves planning QA features, maintaining automated tests, and collaborating with UX and product teams. The ideal candidate has over 4 years in quality assurance, strong skills in automation frameworks like Cypress, and a proactive approach to improving quality. This position offers competitive benefits and a positive, flexible work culture.

Benefits

Generous PTO & Holiday Schedule

Parental Leave

Progressive Healthcare Options

Qualifications

• 4+ years of web application quality assurance experience.
• Strong experience with test automation frameworks.
• Experience testing modern web applications with React.js, Vue.js or similar.

Responsibilities

• Plan and refine features from a QA perspective.
• Draft and review test plans in TestRail.
• Maintain the Cypress + Gherkin-based test automation framework.

Skills

Cypress

JavaScript

Cross-browser testing

Accessibility testing

Communication skills

Education

BS or MS in Computer Science or equivalent work experience

Tools

BrowserStack

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Overview

we're changing the way people and businesses think about cybersecurity, digital experiences, and identity and access management. We are looking for a highly motivated Senior Software Quality Engineer to drive and ensure the quality of web applications for the next generation Identity platform. This role requires an engineer who can take ideas from concept to reality, define automation strategies, and work well in a fast-paced, collaborative, cross-functional team of product managers, software engineers, and quality engineers in an internationally focused organisation. The ideal applicant will have strong test automation experience; analytical and creative problem-solving skills; and be passionate about improving quality through strategy, tooling, and maintainable frameworks. If you are self-driven, passionate about learning, thrive in a collaborative environment, and have effective communication skills, then we'd love to hear from you!

What You'll Be Doing

• Plan and refine features from a QA perspective in collaboration with product managers and developers
• Draft test plans in TestRail and review developer-authored test strategies
• Own and maintain our Cypress + Gherkin-based test automation framework
• Build, maintain, and review automated tests, including contributions from developers
• Collaborate with our UX and product teams to ensure user journeys are thoroughly tested and frictionless
• Ensure cross-browser coverage and responsive testing for customer-facing UIs
• Advocate for best practices in testing, automation, and quality throughout the SDLC
• Participate in release activities and provide risk assessments for production readiness
• Drive continuous improvement in test tooling, frameworks, and processes across the team
• Mentor and guide developers and other QAs in contributing to high-quality automated tests, working with the latest web technologies
• Grow and accumulate knowledge related to authentication and authorization protocols and standards as well as identity and access management at scale
• Contribute to creating the best Developer experience on the web and help realize this vision

Life at Ping

We believe in and facilitate a flexible, collaborative work environment. We're growing quickly, but remain true to the innovative, can-do startup values that got us here. We keep hiring talented, smart, fun, and genuinely nice people because that's who we want to succeed with every day.

• A company culture that empowers you to do your best work.
• Employee Resource Groups that create a sense of belonging for everyone.
• Regular company and team bonding events.
• Competitive benefits and perks.
• Global volunteering and community initiatives

Requirements

• 4+ years of web application quality assurance
• Strong experience with Cypress (or similar UI test automation frameworks) and JavaScript
• Experience testing modern web applications built with React.js, Vue.js, Angular, or Svelte.js
• Experience planning and executing cross-browser testing strategies
• Familiarity with accessibility testing approaches and tools
• Experience integrating automated testing into CI/CD pipelines
• BS or MS in Computer Science or equivalent work experience
• Strong collaboration and communication skills
• Good time management skills

Nice To Have

• Experience with visual regression testing tools (Percy, Storybook, Applitools, etc.)
• Familiarity with accessibility tooling such as axe-core or pa11y
• Experience with BrowserStack, Sauce Labs, or other cross-browser/cloud automation platforms
• Knowledge of authentication, authorization, and identity management concepts
• Experience working within distributed teams
• Agile/Scrum Methodologies
• Experience with application security practices (OWASP Top 10)
• Experience with systems at scale, Docker, or Kubernetes

About Ping Identity

At Ping Identity, we believe in making digital experiences both secure and seamless for all users, without compromise. We call this digital freedom. And it's not just something we provide our customers. It's something that inspires our company. Our intelligent, cloud identity platform lets people shop, work, bank, and interact wherever and however they want. Without friction. Without fear. Protecting digital identities is at the core of our technology, and protecting individual identities is at the core of our culture. We value Respect for Individuality and celebrate differences so you are empowered to bring your authentic self to work. We're headquartered in Denver, Colorado and have offices and employees around the globe, serving the largest, most demanding enterprises worldwide, including more than half of the Fortune 100. Ping Identity is committed to building an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone's individuality is respected and everyone has an Identity. We welcome diverse contributions in recruitment and encourage you to be your best self. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Our Benefits

• Generous PTO & Holiday Schedule
• Parental Leave
• Progressive Healthcare Options
• Retirement Programs
• Opportunity for Education Reimbursement
• Commuter Offset (Specific locations)