Software Tester / UK

JR United Kingdom; Northampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology client in the UK is seeking multiple Technology Testers across a range of testing roles, including Manual and Automation Testing, Performance Testing, and Security Testing. Candidates will work on essential software assessments, ensuring functional and secure delivery of applications, with a strong emphasis on quality assurance best practices. Ideal candidates should possess experience with various testing tools and techniques, alongside a proactive approach to delivering high-quality results.

Qualifications

• Experience in Manual Testing and Automation Testing required.
• Knowledge of testing tools like UFT, Selenium, and JMeter is crucial.
• Certifications in security testing such as CEH, OSCP, or CISSP are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Execute manual test cases focusing on UI/UX and functionality.
• Create and execute automated test scripts to improve test coverage.
• Perform API testing to validate REST/SOAP API functionality and security.

Skills

Test Automation

Functional Testing

VAPT

Tools

UFT

Selenium

Cypress

Appium

Jira

TestRail

TestComplete

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Testers required in the UK, London Based Client

Our client is looking for a large number of Technology Testers and are considering both Contract and Permanent resources. The rate/salary depends on experience, ranging from 3 to 30 years.

The requirements are as follows:

Manual Testers / QA Analysts & Automation Testing

• Execute test cases manually.
• Focus on UI/UX, functionality, user stories, and regression.
• Tools: Excel, TestRail, Zephyr, Jira, Quality Center.
• Create and execute automated test scripts.
• Improve test coverage and speed up regression cycles.

Tools:

• UFT (Unified Functional Testing) – enterprise tool for functional/regression testing (VBScript).
• Selenium
• Cypress
• Appium
• Playwright, TestComplete, Ranorex, Robot Framework.

SDET Testing (Software Development Engineer in Test)

• Ideally a developer-tester hybrid.
• Write testing frameworks and contribute to production code.
• Build integration and end-to-end automation pipelines.

Performance / Load Testing

• Simulate real-world load and stress on systems.
• Ensure system performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Tools: JMeter, LoadRunner, Gatling, Neoload.

Functional Testing

• Verify that software functions as per business requirements.

Integration Testing

• Ensure different modules/components interact correctly.
• Test APIs, databases, and service flows.

Security Testing & Penetration Testing (Ethical Hacking)

• Simulate attacks to find vulnerabilities.
• Certifications like CEH, OSCP, CISSP are advantageous.

Vulnerability Testing

• Scan systems for vulnerabilities.
• Collaborate with SecOps and DevSecOps teams.

Security QA / Secure Code Testing

• Test software from a security perspective.
• Ensure compliance with standards like OWASP Top 10.

Test Management

• Oversee testing across multiple teams/products.
• Manage stakeholder communication, budget, vendors, and processes.
• Design testing frameworks, strategies, and toolchains.
• Advise on tool selection (e.g., UFT vs Selenium) and automation scaling.

API Testing

• Validate REST/SOAP APIs for functionality, security, and reliability.
• Test mobile app quality on Android/iOS using tools like Appium, XCUITest, TestFairy.

Data / ETL Testing

• Ensure accurate data flow, transformation, and validation in pipelines.
• Use SQL, Informatica, Talend, SSIS, Snowflake.
• Test models for accuracy, bias, and performance, including ethical AI considerations.

Additional info:

• Seniority Level: Associate
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Functions: Information Technology
• Skills: Test Automation, Functional Testing, VAPT