Software Tester

NQC

Manchester

Hybrid

GBP 32,000 - 52,000

Full time

6 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Salary sacrifice

25 days holiday

Enhanced Parental Leave

Health Plan

Udemy access

Virtual GP

Life Assurance (4x salary)

Employee discounts

Regular socials

Job summary

NQC, a Manchester-based software company specialising in supply chain risk management, is seeking a Software Tester to join our Product Development Team. You will ensure the web product meets security standards, is robust, and delivers high-quality user experiences, with a focus on API testing and automation.

Responsibilities include executing tests, developing automated scripts with Playwright, performing REST API tests, defect logging in JIRA, and contributing to QA process improvements within

Qualifications

Degree in CS/SE or related field is desirable.
Experience building test frameworks from scratch.
Hands-on REST API testing with Postman/Playwright.
Familiar with XHTML/CSS, Git, GCP, JavaScript/TypeScript.
Knowledge of performance testing tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

Test execution across multiple layers and environments.
Develop, maintain, and run automated tests with Playwright.
Perform API testing using Postman or Playwright.
Log and track defects in JIRA and collaborate with devs.

Skills

Playwright automation

REST API testing

JavaScript/Typescript

Automation scripting

Test planning

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

Playwright

Postman

JMeter

Git

GCP

JQuery

Job description

About Your New Company

NQC is a successful and growing software company specialising in supply chain risk management platforms. We're in the ‘Tech for Good' space, providing online web platforms which are in use by some of the largest organisations across a number of industries including the UK Government and the Automotive industry.

Based in central Manchester, NQC offers a supportive working atmosphere within a diverse team of people. We work on a hybrid model and regularly meet up outside of the office for team socials and company events. This is an opportunity to work on globally recognised technology solutions used by major brands throughout the world and become part of an exciting long term plan for sustainability, and a better future.

About Your New Role

Our talented Product Development Team is responsible for researching new and innovative technologies and infrastructure services as part of the ongoing development of our software and services. The Software Tester's role is to ensure that the system is a technically robust web based product. Individuals will have a key focus on the security, service availability and quality of the system.

You will develop the system ensuring that the product meets required security standards and technology protocols, and offers clients the highest quality of user experience, service availability and security.

Key Responsibilities

Test Execution
- Undergo robust testing of our system prior to implementation in accordance with testing and acceptance methodologies as may be required
- Develop, maintain, and execute automated test scripts using Playwright
- Performing API testing using Postman or Playwright
- Perform load tests using tools such as Playwright, Jmeter or K6
- Execute functional, regression, integration, system, and user acceptance tests
Defect Management & Resolution
- Identify, log, and track bugs in JIRA
- Work closely with developers to reproduce and resolve issues
- System corrections for identified bugs, issues, and problems as may be identified
- Participate in root cause analysis for recurring defects
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including developers, business analysts, and product owners
Quality Assurance & Process Improvement
- Participate in requirement and design reviews to identify test scenarios early
- Ensure software quality and compliance with standards and specifications
- Identify areas for automation within manual test processes to improve efficiency and coverage
- Recommend improvements to testing processes, tools, and methodologies
- Produce technical procedures and documentation for the applications including user guides
Ad-hoc responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

Desirable: A Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
Experience of Playwright automation and the ability to create framework from scratch
Experience of handling REST API testing using Postman and Playwright
Experience of XHTML and CSS
Experience of GIT
Experience of GCP
Experience of JavaScript/Typescript and AJAX
Experience of Red Hat and JQuery would be beneficial
Experience of performance testing using tools like Playwright, Jmeter or K6
Effective verbal communication skills in particular the ability to provide clear advice
Ability to deal with a demanding workload which may include conflicting demands on time
Ability to work on own initiative and as a member of a team
Excellent interpersonal skills with people at all levels

Key Competencies

Consistently motivated, committed and able to perform duties in all situations
Supports team members and builds relationships to achieve common goals
Communicates and receives ideas, views and information to achieve understanding
Analyses information to identify problems and issues and makes effective decisions
Plans and prioritises activities and resources to maximise performance and minimise errors
Acknowledges the need to achieve positive change, and challenges existing practices
Developing Self and Others - Takes ownership of personal development and encourages & supports the development of others

Benefits