Senior Test Engineer

Betfred Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a leading betting and gaming company as a Senior Test Engineer. In this pivotal role, you'll ensure the quality of innovative testing projects while collaborating closely with the Lead Test Engineer to define strategies that enhance our proprietary platform. Your expertise in commercial software testing, coupled with a proactive approach, will drive the success of our ambitious projects, unlocking new potential and delivering unrivalled experiences to millions of customers. If you're ready to make an impact in a fast-paced environment and shape the future of the industry, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexi-time

Monthly pension contribution

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay

Refer a Friend programme

Death in service benefit

Discounts and cashback offers

24/7 virtual GP service

Mental health support services

Financial wellbeing package

Complimentary eye tests

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial software testing, including web and mobile.
• Proven ability to prepare test documentation and manage defect reports.

Responsibilities

• Define test strategy and plan projects with the Lead Test Engineer.
• Conduct quality testing and report defects accurately via Jira.

Skills

Commercial software testing

Test documentation preparation

Software Development Lifecycle understanding

Automation testing with Selenium

API testing

Problem-solving aptitude

Familiarity with Jira and Confluence

Regression testing

Experience in gambling industry

Test management tools familiarity

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Our mission is to dominate the betting and gaming industry on a global scale and we need the very best Tech talent to help us achieve this.

We recently migrated all of our customers onto our very own proprietary platform - so it's an exciting time to join us. With the help of our new platform, we're able to pioneer new products and drive more advanced, creative technologies. The result? Unrivalled experiences for millions of customers worldwide.

Betfred's Technology department is driven by innovation, and you'll be at the heart of unlocking our new platform's potential. So, if you want to help shape the future of betting and gaming, then it's time to join us.

Job Purpose

As a Senior Test Engineer, you will take ownership of the quality of the testing projects and will work with the Lead Test Engineer to define the test strategy and plan for those projects. You will also be responsible for writing and executing the test scripts and reporting the results.

Job Duties

1. Reviewing and analysing requirement documents ensuring both business and technical requirements are fully understood.
2. Producing test documentation (test plans and test scripts) to agreed standards.
3. Conducting quality testing on projects and raising issues to the agreed processes and timescales.
4. Identifying and carrying out regression testing.
5. Reporting defects accurately and managing through to successful resolution via Jira.
6. Maintaining and creating product knowledge documentation.
7. Assisting with any functional queries that may arise from users following releases.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

1. Commercial software testing experience, including web and mobile testing.
2. Commercial experience of preparing test documentation, such as test plans, test scripts, test strategies, defect reports and progress updates.
3. Good understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle.
4. Proven experience of working with regular releases.
5. Automation testing experience using Selenium.
6. Ability to react well to changing requirements with a positive attitude.
7. Ability to work within a team and individually on your own initiative.
8. A proactive approach to your own personal development.
9. Prior experience of working in the gambling industry or comparable projects with similar scope and intricacy.
10. Familiarity with test management, issue tracking, and project management tools.
11. Understanding of contemporary testing techniques and approaches.
12. Previous testing experience involving 3rd Party feed data.
13. Proficiency in API testing.
14. Experience of using Jira and Confluence.
15. Strong aptitude for problem-solving.

What is in it for me?

£40,000 - £50,000 per annum, depending on experience

Flexi-time (start anywhere between 7am and 10am)

Be Rewarded:

1. Earn Extra Rewards: Unlock bonuses and incentives to enhance your income.
2. Secure Your Future: Build a nest egg with monthly pension contribution, helping you prepare for the future.
3. Family Support: Access enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay to help you prepare for new additions to your family.
4. Refer and Earn: Cash-in on our 'Refer a Friend' programme – we're always looking for exceptional individuals like you!
5. Peace of Mind: Benefit from a death in service benefit, though we hope you'll never need it.
6. Save Smart: Enjoy discounts and cashback offers from a diverse range of high-street and online retailers, saving on everyday essentials and indulgences.

Get Recognised:

1. Celebrate Longevity: Join our long-service recognition programme, honouring the dedication of our loyal team members throughout their careers.
2. Peer and Manager Acknowledgment: Recognise and be recognised for your achievements, earning points redeemable with over 700 global retailers.
3. Life's Milestones: Receive a gift to celebrate the birth of a baby, adoptions, and weddings, along with an extra day off for your wedding day.

Feel Valued:

1. Always Accessible Healthcare: Benefit from a 24/7 virtual GP service for you and your family, ensuring prompt health answers that fit your schedule.
2. Prioritise Mental Wellbeing: Utilise an independent service to identify and receive mental health support, including face-to-face counselling and self-help resources.
3. Financial Wellbeing: Optimise your budget with our financial wellbeing package, offering real-time earnings tracking and early access to earned pay to help support you with unexpected bills.
4. Savings Made Easy: Set up salary-based savings and earn a 5% boost through our savings scheme.
5. Personalised Financial Guidance: Access one-on-one support from an independent Financial Coach.
6. Comprehensive Assistance: Confidentially address life challenges through our Employee Assistance Programme, covering childcare, family matters, relationships, addiction, legal issues, financial concerns and more.
7. Holistic Wellbeing Tools: Explore a wide range of resources for physical, mental, nutritional, and financial wellbeing through our Wellbeing App.
8. Eye Care Benefits: Enjoy complimentary eye tests and contributions towards single lens prescriptions for VDU users.