Test Engineer (Full Stack)

Victorian Plumbing; Skelmersdale; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Victorian Plumbing seeks a Full Stack Test Engineer to enhance their software solutions. The ideal candidate will design and maintain test automation frameworks while ensuring the quality and security of both frontend and backend systems. Applicants will thrive in a collaborative Agile environment with opportunities for continuous improvement and personal development. Excellent benefits include flexible work arrangements, annual leave, and health & wellbeing support.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Health and wellbeing benefits

Free on-site gym

Career progression opportunities

High street discounts

Flexible work arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience with frontend frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.
• Familiar with shift left testing technique.
• Experience in eCommerce or rapidly scaling digital environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute manual test cases for web applications, APIs, and backend services.
• Create, deploy and monitor releases in CI/CD pipelines.
• Collaborate on TDD/BDD practices.

Skills

Testing full stack web applications

Agile software development

Version control (Git)

Analytical

Excellent verbal communication

Education

ISTQB Certification

Tools

Cypress

Playwright

CI/CD

Node.js

Java

Python

MySQL

Job description

Ready to break new ground in software testing and development?

Victorian Plumbing is looking for a passionate, innovative, and detail-oriented Test Engineer (Full stack) to join our dynamic Technology team.

You'll play a key role in delivering best-in-class solutions, balancing robust test automation and hands-on development across the full technology stack.

If you’re energised by the thrill of crafting solid code, and want to help shape our customer experience from back-end database to front-end browser – we’d love to hear from you!

Be the Quality Champion at Victorian Plumbing!

At Victorian Plumbing, our mission is to provide a flawless digital journey for millions of customers. As our new Full Stack Test Engineer, you’ll be vital in ensuring our high standards for software performance, security, and reliability. From RESTful APIs and microservices to user interfaces, your expertise in modern test methodologies and full stack frameworks will help us deliver the difference our customers expect.

What Will Make You a Perfect Fit for Our Engineering Team?

• Innovative Tech Solutions: Design, develop, and maintain test automation frameworks for both frontend and backend systems in a fast-paced Agile environment.
• Collaborative Culture: Work hand-in-hand with Developers, Product Owners, and UX Designers to ensure feature quality from concept through release.
• Hands-On Development: Contribute code to production environments and take ownership of end-to-end testing strategies that push our quality to new heights.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify, document, and track quality issues while championing best practices in testing and development.
• Data-Driven Mindset: Analyse test results and use metrics to advocate for smart, customer-centric development.
  
  

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute manual test cases for web applications, APIs, and backend services
• Create, deploy and monitor releases in CI/CD pipelines for all our software delivery
• Verify cross-browser and cross-device compatibility, ensuring flawless experiences everywhere
• Collaborate in code reviews and perform root-cause analysis of defects and failures
• Partner with developers on TDD/BDD practices, helping embed quality into the codebase from the start
• Propose and implement improvements to our engineering and test processes, staying ahead of technology trends
  
  

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience testing full stack web applications (frontend frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue; backend languages like Node.js, Java, or Python; databases such as MySQL, COSMOS, SQL Server)
• Familiar with shift left testing technique
• Proficiency with version control (Git), CI/CD, and Agile software development
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical colleagues
• Analytical, curious, and a commitment to improving both software quality and user experience
  
  

Desirable – Boost Your Full Stack Quality Engineering Career

• Familiarity with performance testing, security testing or accessibility testing methodologies
• ISTQB, AWS, or similar certification
• Strong skills in Cypress, Playwright or similar test automation
• Experience working in eCommerce, retail, or rapidly scaling digital environments
  
  

Why You'll Love Being a Test Engineer Here:

• Competitive salary
• Flexible work arrangements (Agile working) and a culture that thrives on collaboration and innovation
• Generous annual leave, health and wellbeing benefits, including free on-site gym, healthcare cash plans, and employee assistance programme
• Career progression opportunities with regular personal development sessions and training
• High street discounts, free tea & coffee, and subsidised onsite meals
  
  

Your Tech Stack Playground Awaits

Here, you can experiment with new test tools, write real code, and transform how the business delivers innovation. Join a team where your ideas are valued, your impact is visible, and your career can truly flourish.

Ready to Make Your Mark as a Full Stack Test Engineer?

If you’re analytical, proactive, and care deeply about software quality, apply today and help us set the standard for exceptional digital experiences at Victorian Plumbing!

Location & Details

Location: home based

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Hours: 37.5 per week

VictorianPlumbing.co.uk is committed to promoting inclusion, equality and diversity. As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we strive to make our recruitment process accessible to all. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know. Please note, VictorianPlumbing.co.uk is not able to sponsor work visas for international applicants.

Ready to drive real change in our tech stack while building world-class skills? Apply now!