Software QA Tester

The HBP Group; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive tech company in Peterborough seeks a Software QA Tester to ensure high standards in their applications. Key responsibilities include developing and executing test plans, bug tracking in JIRA, and using Postman for API validation. This full-time role offers a salary range of £30,000 to £40,000, along with benefits such as hybrid working, flexible hours, and development programs.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Flexible hours

Wellbeing programs

Development programs

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a QA testing environment.
• Strong understanding of software testing methodologies and defect lifecycles.
• Experience using JIRA, GitHub, and Postman.
• Ability to design, maintain, and execute test plans.
• Desirable familiarity with EPOS or eCommerce systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and execute detailed test plans and cases.
• Perform functional, regression, usability, and exploratory testing.
• Identify and document defects in JIRA.
• Use Postman to validate APIs.
• Conduct regression testing to confirm fixes.

Skills

Software testing methodologies

JIRA

GitHub

Postman

Automation awareness

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Job description

Overview

As a Software QA Tester, you will be responsible for ensuring that our software applications meet the highest standards of reliability, functionality, and user experience. You will design, implement, and execute test plans across a variety of products and environments, working closely with our developers and support teams throughout the software development lifecycle. You will use JIRA to manage test cases and track defects, GitHub to review commits and verify fixes, and Postman to validate API and system integrations. You will also use automation to supplement manual testing for regression and repetitive test scenarios.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and execute detailed test plans and cases for new and existing software.
• Perform functional, regression, integration, usability, and exploratory testing.
• Identify, document, and track defects in JIRA, ensuring clear communication and prompt resolution.
• Use Postman to validate APIs and confirm data integrity between connected systems.
• Review code changes and pull requests in GitHub to confirm that fixes align with test outcomes.
• Apply automation tools and scripts where appropriate to enhance efficiency and test coverage.
• Support user acceptance testing (UAT) and post-release validation.
• Maintain accurate, detailed documentation of test results and product quality trends.
• Collaborate with support and development teams to reproduce and verify customer-reported issues.
• Drive continuous improvement of QA processes and contribute to overall software quality initiatives.
• Create, maintain, and execute test plans and cases within JIRA.
• Use Postman to test APIs and validate data integrity between systems.
• Reproduce and document defects clearly in JIRA with supporting evidence such as screenshots or logs.
• Verify defect resolutions by reviewing commits and pull requests in GitHub.
• Conduct regression testing to confirm that fixes and new features do not introduce new issues.
• Validate functional and data integrity between web, back-office, and integration layers.
• Perform exploratory testing to identify usability and stability issues not covered by formal test cases.
• Develop or run automated test scripts for repetitive regression or integration scenarios.
• Use automation selectively to extend coverage or verify critical workflows quickly and consistently.
• Ensure all test results are logged, version-controlled, and traceable to project requirements.
• Support user acceptance testing (UAT) by preparing scripts, validating outcomes, and managing feedback.
• Participate in sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives to provide QA insight and risk assessment.
• Maintain accurate test environments and datasets for consistent, reliable results.
• Produce clear and concise QA reports summarising test coverage, defects, and release readiness.
• Review release notes and confirm accuracy of documented functionality before customer communication.
• Collaborate with developers to ensure testability and quality are considered throughout development.
• Contribute to the continual improvement of QA documentation, workflows, and standards.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a QA testing environment.
• Strong understanding of software testing methodologies and defect lifecycles.
• Experience using JIRA, GitHub, and Postman.
• Ability to design, maintain, and execute test plans and cases.
• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Able to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams.
• Awareness of automation and how it supplements manual testing.
• Understanding of software development and release processes.
• Desirable: Familiarity with EPOS, Stock Management, eCommerce, or Ticketing systems.
• Experience with accounting software (e.g., Sage 50/200, Pegasus Opera, Exchequer, Xero, Microsoft Dynamics).
• Exposure to test automation frameworks or scripting tools.
• Understanding of database concepts and data validation.
• Experience testing both Microsoft Windows and web-based applications.
• Background in SaaS or multi-product software environments.

Benefits and Company Information

Here at the HBP Group we are passionate about our business and our customers, and believe our people are our most valuable asset. We are Accredited to The Living Wage Foundation as a Real Living Wage Employer and were awarded Best Companies "One To Watch" accreditation. We are focused on achieving 3 Star "World Class employer to work for" accreditation in the future.

Salary range between £30,000 to £40,000 per annum (depending on experience).

Other benefits and office culture details are listed by the employer and include hybrid working, flexible hours, and various wellbeing and development programs.

Location: Peterborough, full-time position.