Software Tester

Moneyfacts Group plc; Norwich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider in financial comparison technology is seeking an experienced Software Tester for its IT team in Norwich. This role involves manual testing of legacy systems and automation testing, ensuring quality in software releases. Candidates should have a strong background in automated testing techniques, specifically with Selenium, and be capable of working under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus public holidays

Enhanced Workplace Pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Free car parking

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Experience in automated testing techniques, ideally with Selenium.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual testing of legacy systems and new automation testing.
• Translate requirements into test cases and execute tests.
• Develop and mature the testing methodology.

Skills

Automated testing techniques

Manual testing

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Tools

Selenium

Job description

About Us

Moneyfacts Group plc is the UK’s leading provider of retail financial product data and has been pioneering financial comparison technology for over 35 years.

Moneyfacts' data is used by virtually every bank and building society in the UK, the Bank of England, Financial Conduct Authority, Financial Ombudsman Service, HM Treasury, Prudential Regulatory Authority and UK Finance.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Software Tester to join our IT team and be the quality gatekeeper for new development and maintenance upgrades.

The role will work with other Software Testers, the Head of IT Delivery and a Business Analyst to determine how best to translate requirements in to test cases and then execute those tests ensuring any released software is the best it can be.

The day-to-day role involves manual testing of legacy systems and some new automation testing, so the ideal candidate will enjoy working on both. As part of the test team, the role will also develop and mature the Moneyfacts testing methodology (Standards, tools, process etc).

This role offers the right person a chance to be part of a friendly team who work closely together and are passionate about what they do.

Essential

Skills and Experience

• Previous experience working in a similar role
• Demonstrable real-world experience working in automated testing techniques, ideally using Selenium, with skills to be able to set up automation from scratch when required.
• Comfortable working in manual testing
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritise a heavy workload
• Good relationship building skills
• Ability to understand complex problems and break them down into logical steps.
• Ability to work well and adapt in a fluid environment
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Good team worker with the ability to work unsupervised.
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent note taking and documentation skills
  
  

Desirable

• Experience in multi-platform testing, such as websites & databases
• An understanding of financial products and services.
• Experience in testing within an Agile development methodology.
• Experience working with project planning tools.
  
  

Salary

Competitive Salary, Commensurate With Skills And Experience

Hours

Full time 37.5 hrs per week Monday-Friday

Benefits

• 25 days holiday plus public holidays + up to 3 days Long Service entitlement
• Birthday day off
• Enhanced Workplace Pension
• Employee Assistance Programme – free access to wellbeing and support tools
• GP24 – free unlimited 24/7 access to a GP
• Group Life Insurance
• Training and development opportunities
• Free car parking for all staff, two private car parks
• Electric vehicle charging points
• Locker rooms with showers and hairdryer
• Fully air-conditioned offices
• Free football car parking on Norwich City FC match days
• Monday Motivation – Free treats on Mondays
• Access to discounted local bus travel
  
  

Please note applicants must have the legal Right to Work in the UK as we do not hold a sponsorship licence.