Test Engineer (£39,163)

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Swansea; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Civil Service Pension 28.97%

25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

Flexible working options

Job summary

Government Recruitment Service in Swansea is seeking a Test Engineer to enhance testing for web interfaces and APIs. You will join a Scrum team, design, execute and report on tests to ensure quality and alignment with the definition of done.

The role emphasizes testing across legacy systems and collaboration with engineering practices, with benefits including a civil service pension, generous leave and flexible working options.

Qualifications

• Experience testing web interfaces and APIs.
• Familiarity with Bruno and Xray testing tools.
• Ability to plan, design and execute a range of tests.

Responsibilities

• Determine test scope and estimate the effort required.
• Use technical tooling and engineering approaches to design and execute tests.
• Develop reports, record outcomes and support the resolution of defects.
• Contribute to and follow engineering practices and standards.

Skills

Test design

Agile / Scrum

Test execution

Tools

Bruno

Xray

Job description

Can you confidently test against Web based interfaces and API’s?

Do you have experience of testing tools such as Bruno and Xray?

If so, we’d love to hear from you!

Joining our department comes with many benefits, including:

• Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. Read more about Civil Service Pensions here
• 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave), plus 8 bank holidays a privilege day for the King’s birthday
• Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance.

Read more in the Benefits section below!

Find out more about what it's like working at Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency - Department for Transport Careers

A Test Engineer is responsible for creating solutions that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of testing processes. They apply established engineering standards to design, develop, and execute a range of technical tests.

This role ensures a high‑quality, reliable testing service by planning, designing, and performing all testing activities, including work on legacy systems.

The Test Engineer verifies and validates code using appropriate tools and methodologies, supporting the Scrum team in delivering tasks and achieving a clear definition of ‘done.’

Your responsibilities will include, but aren’t limited to:

• Determine test scope and estimate the effort required
• Use technical tooling and engineering approaches to design and execute tests
• Develop reports, record outcomes and support the resolution of defects
• Contribute to and follow engineering practices and standards

For further information on the role, please read the attached role profile. Please note that the role profile is for information purposes only - whilst all elements are relevant to the role, they may not all be assessed during the recruitment process. This job advert will detail exactly what will be assessed during the recruitment process.

Open Sessions: Would you like to find out more about the role, the team and what it’s like to work in our department? If so, we are organising an open session where you can virtually 'meet the team' on Tuesday 8th September at 12pm. Sign up here:

https://www.ticketsource.com/dvlaitsrecruitment/heo-test-engineer-familiarisation-session/2026-09-08/12:00/t-zopvkvx

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Test Engineer (£39,163)

Company: Government Recruitment Service Salary: £39,163 - £39,163 Hours: Full-time Location: Swansea Job type: Permanent Posting date: 24 Aug 2026 Closing date: 20 Sept 2026