Software Engineer in Test

JR United Kingdom; Manchester; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing security training company is seeking a QA Engineer / Software Development Engineer in Test to ensure software quality and reliability. The role involves testing Java-based systems, developing test plans, and participating in CI/CD integration, providing a dynamic environment for professionals passionate about quality software.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for learning and growth

Remote work

Continuous learning support

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in QA/testing, preferably in a backend-heavy Java environment.
• Solid understanding of Java, OOP principles, and the Java ecosystem.
• Experience testing RESTful APIs and backend services.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain test plans, test cases, and automated test scripts for Java-based systems.
• Perform functional, regression, integration, and system-level testing.
• Validate business logic, user workflows, and secure handling of data.

Skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Java

Test automation frameworks

Secure software development

Tools

JUnit

TestNG

Selenium

REST Assured

Git

Maven

Gradle

Jenkins

Docker

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We are a fast-growing security training company, and we're looking for a QA Engineer / Software Development Engineer in Test who is passionate about quality, reliability, and secure software development. In this role, you’ll be responsible for testing a Java-based codebase that powers our secure coding labs and training platform. Your mission is to ensure our software is reliable, robust, and meets the highest standards of quality.

Key Responsibilities

About the Role

We are a fast-growing security training company, and we're looking for a QA Engineer / Software Development Engineer in Test who is passionate about quality, reliability, and secure software development. In this role, you’ll be responsible for testing a Java-based codebase that powers our secure coding labs and training platform. Your mission is to ensure our software is reliable, robust, and meets the highest standards of quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain test plans, test cases, and automated test scripts for Java-based systems, with a focus on both functionality and security.
• Perform functional, regression, integration, and system-level testing.
• Validate business logic, user workflows, and secure handling of data across our platform.
• Create and manage automated test suites using tools compatible with Java (e.g., JUnit, TestNG, Selenium, REST Assured).
• Validate REST APIs, backend services, browser-based interfaces, database interactions, and multi-threaded service components using manual and automated approaches.
• Participate in regression and exploratory testing to uncover edge-case issues.
• Participate in code reviews to understand the impact of code changes and define appropriate testing strategies.
• Monitor and maintain test environments; assist in CI/CD pipeline integration for automated testing.
• Identify, document, and track bugs through resolution in collaboration with the development team.
• Continuously improve testing processes, tools, and coverage with a focus on risk-based testing.

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in QA/testing, preferably in a backend-heavy Java environment.
• Solid understanding of Java, OOP principles, and the Java ecosystem.
• Hands-on experience with test automation frameworks (e.g., JUnit, TestNG, Selenium, REST Assured).
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and build tools (e.g., Maven or Gradle).
• Experience testing RESTful APIs and backend services.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Understanding of secure software development lifecycle.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions.
• Good communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with performance/load testing tools (e.g., JMeter, Gatling).
• Exposure to common web application security issues (e.g., XSS, SQL injection, broken access control).
• Knowledge of SQL and experience verifying backend data consistency.
• Familiarity with containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with tools like Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, or static analysis tools is a plus.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for learning, growth, and contributing to a product that makes a difference.
• Remote work and a supportive team culture.
• Continuous learning and career development support.