Software Tester

Mears; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction and maintenance firm is seeking an experienced Software Tester to ensure the quality of their software products. The role involves developing test plans, executing test cases, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and a strong background in software testing methodologies and tools. This position offers the flexibility of remote work with occasional travel to the Exeter office. The firm also provides comprehensive benefits including annual leave, training programs, and employee assistance initiatives.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Volunteering Leave

Discounts with Mears Rewards

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Software Tester or Quality Assurance Engineer.
• Experience with automated testing tools and frameworks.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the quality and performance of software products through testing.
• Develop test plans based on project requirements.
• Identify, report, and track software defects.

Skills

Test case design

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Selenium

JIRA

Azure DevOps

Job description

Annual salary : up to £37,000.00

Software Tester

Location : Remote; with occasional travel to our Exeter office.

Contract Type : Permanent / Full-Time

Salary : Up to £37,000 dependant on experience, plus an excellent company benefits

About the role :

We are looking for an experienced Software Tester with strong understanding of software testing principles, methodologies, and techniques.

Your primary responsibility is to ensure the quality, reliability, and performance of software products through systematic testing processes. You play a crucial role in the software development lifecycle by identifying defects, ensuring compliance with requirements, and enhancing the overall user experience. Your work involves collaborating closely with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to deliver high-quality software solutions.

Over the years Mears has continued to build upon its broad range of in house developed systems, the success of this has been built on the foundation of a brilliant and highly skilled development and test team.

You will play a critical role in accelerating the testing process, improving efficiency, and minimizing and implementing automated testing solutions. Your work involves collaborating closely with software developers, quality assurance engineers, and other stakeholders to deliver high-quality software solutions in a timely manner.

Role Criteria :

• Develop comprehensive test plans based on project requirements, specifications, and user stories.
• Create detailed test cases and test scenarios covering functional, non-functional, and edge cases.
• Execute test cases manually or using automated testing tools. Conduct various types of testing including functional testing, regression testing, integration testing, performance testing, and usability testing.
• Identify, report, and track software defects using defect tracking systems (e.g., Azure DevOps). Work closely with development teams to investigate, prioritize, and resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Identify opportunities for automation and collaborate with the automation team to implement automated testing solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including developers, product managers, business analysts, and quality assurance engineers to ensure a shared understanding of project requirements and quality expectations.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation including test plans, test cases, test reports, and release notes. Document test results, findings, and recommendations for future reference.
• Stay updated on industry best practices, emerging technologies, and testing methodologies. Proactively identify areas for process improvement and contribute to the enhancement of testing practices within the organization.

Key Criteria :

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Proven experience as a Software Tester or Quality Assurance Engineer in a software development environment.
• Experience with automated testing tools and frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Appium, JUnit).
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and tools (e.g., Scrum, Kanban, JIRA).
• Strong understanding of software testing principles, methodologies, and techniques.
• Proficiency in test case design, test execution, and defect tracking.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work independently with minimal supervision.
• It would be advantageous to have a certification in software testing (e.g., ISTQB), but this is not essential.

As Mears has a footprint across the country there will be a degree of travel expected to attend meetings, training and sprint planning in our Exeter office. However, we can be flexible in terms of your location as the majority of your time will be spent remote working.

The Benefits :

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Remote working
• Pension Scheme
• Sharesave - a simple way of saving money direct from your salary for 3 years, in order to buy Mears Group PLC (Mears) shares at a price that is fixed and discounted at the outset
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mears Fun Day - Our annual Fun Day is organised as a massive thank you from the Executive team for all the hard work! Previous years include, Alton Towers, Drayton Manor etc
• Staff perks with Mears Rewards - discounts of up to 10% on coffee, weekly groceries, holidays, the list is endless
• Volunteering Leave - Mears supports employees to undertake volunteering in the community, in support of our social value commitment.
• Family friendly policy to include enhanced maternity / paternity leave and much more.

All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship.

Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment.

Required Qualifications :

• Accurate, Team Work