Software Test Engineer

Carbon60; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic technology company in Newcastle is looking for a Software Test Engineer to join on a 12-month contract. You will design and execute tests, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to quality assurance processes in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will have experience in Agile development and proficiency in REST testing. Join a culture that values innovation and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Agile development.
• Ability to support the Product Owner in defining acceptance criteria.
• Strong self-motivation and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute automated and exploratory tests.
• Contribute to management of test automation frameworks.
• Support Test Readiness and Verification Reviews.

Skills

Agile development

Testing REST Architecture using Postman or Bruno

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Tools

Postman

Bruno

Job description

£41.10 - £55.00 per hour + PAYE or Umbrella

Job Description

Carbon60 are currently looking for a Software Test Engineer to join a client of ours based in Newcastle on a 12 month contract.

As a Software Test Engineer, you will collaborate closely with developers, product owners, and other stakeholders to guarantee software quality at every stage of the development process.

Responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include:

• Designing and executing automated and exploratory tests, particularly in RESTful API environments
• Contributing to the research, evaluation, and management of test automation frameworks
• Supporting Test Readiness and Verification Reviews
• Completing test phases independently and within a team environment
• Collaborating with partner teams to prepare and execute Integration and Acceptance Tests
• Adhering to rigorous engineering standards and contributing to Integration and Configuration Management plans

Requirements

To excel in this role, you will need:

• Proven experience in Agile development
• Ability to support the Product Owner in defining acceptance criteria for user stories
• Proficiency in testing REST Architecture using Postman or Bruno
• Strong self-motivation and the ability to work well within a team environment
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to quality, cost, and schedule
• Confidence in interacting with internal and external stakeholders

Desirable Skills

Desirable skills include:

• Test Automation experience
• Awareness of compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity

This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic and innovative company that values its employees and fosters a collaborative, inclusive culture. If you are a talented Software Test Engineer who is passionate about delivering high-quality software solutions, we encourage you to apply today.

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.