Software Test Engineer

Sage City; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Software Testing Engineer in Manchester, where you'll enhance product quality through innovative testing practices. Collaborate with diverse teams and contribute to a vibrant testing community, all while enjoying a supportive and inclusive work environment. This hybrid role offers opportunities for growth and development.

Qualifications

• Experience working in agile teams.
• Familiarity with test automation tools.
• Understanding of the software development lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Champion quality across the product lifecycle.
• Design and execute effective test plans.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving

Education

ISTQB Foundation certification

Relevant degree

Tools

Playwright

Selenium

Job description

Job Description Are you passionate about building exceptional products and delivering seamless user experiences? As a Software Testing Engineer, you’ll play a key role in shaping the quality of our systems and services. You’ll thrive in a collaborative, agile environment where curiosity, creativity, and continuous learning are celebrated.
This role is perfect for someone who enjoys diving into the details, sharing knowledge, and working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure our solutions meet the highest standards. You’ll take ownership of your work, contribute to a vibrant testing community, and help drive innovation through smart, efficient testing practices.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Champion quality across the product lifecycle, from planning to release.
• Design and execute clear, effective test plans that align with team goals.
• Collaborate with developers, product owners, and stakeholders to understand user needs and translate them into meaningful test scenarios.
• Identify and manage risks, bugs, and issues with confidence and clarity.
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement by sharing insights and mentoring others.
• Embrace automation and modern testing tools to streamline processes and boost efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities Must-Haves

• A collaborative spirit and excellent communication skills.
• A sharp eye for detail and a passion for quality.
• Self-motivation and the confidence to take initiative.
• Experience working in agile teams and adapting to change.
• Familiarity with test automation tools like Playwright or Selenium.
• A problem-solving mindset and a proactive approach to challenges.

Nice-to-Haves

• Strong domain or product knowledge.
• Experience designing and implementing test strategies and automation frameworks.
• Understanding of the software development lifecycle.
• Exposure to API testing and C#.
• ISTQB Foundation certification or a relevant degree.

Your Impact

• Deeply understand the systems and products you test—and how our customers use them.
• Create and maintain test artefacts that are clear, reusable, and effective.
• Apply a variety of testing approaches, including exploratory, regression, usability, and accessibility testing.
• Build and maintain automation suites that support fast, reliable delivery.
• Take ownership of test activities, ensuring transparency and accountability.
• Share your expertise and support the growth of others in the QA community.
• Continuously seek feedback and opportunities to grow.

Why Join Us?

We believe in empowering our team members to do their best work. You’ll be part of a supportive, inclusive environment where your voice matters and your contributions make a real difference. Whether you're refining your automation skills or mentoring others, you'll have the space to grow and the support to thrive.

Function

Function Product Delivery

Country

Country United Kingdom

Office Location

Office Location Manchester

Work Place type

Work Place type Hybrid

Advert

Advert Working at Sage means you’re supporting millions of small and medium sized businesses globally with technology to work faster and smarter. We leverage the future of AI, meaning business owners spend less time doing routine tasks, like entering invoices and generating reports, and more time pursuing their ambitions.

Our colleagues are the best of the best. It’s why we were awarded 2024 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor. Because to achieve extraordinary outcomes, we need extraordinary teams. This means infusing Sage with people who knock down barriers, continuously innovate, and want to experience their potential.
Learn more about working at Sage: sage.com/en-gb/company/careers/working-at-sage/
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We celebrate individuality and welcome you to join us if you embrace all backgrounds, identities, beliefs, and ways of working. If you need support applying, reach out at [e-mail] .
Learn more about DEI at Sage: sage.com/en-gb/company/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/