Overview
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Location
Chatham, Petersfield, Bradford
Working Pattern
Hybrid—typically a couple of days a week in the office. Part-time or flexible arrangements are considered to support work-life balance. A fear of losing your current working flexibility shouldn't hinder you from applying for new opportunities, which is why we aim to match your existing flexible working arrangements where possible.
What We Offer
* Holidays: 25 days holiday up to 30 days (depending on service)
* Pension: We contribute up to 10% for your future
* Maternity/Paternity: Enhanced maternity (after probation) and 4 weeks paternity leave
* Volunteering: 2 paid days to ‘give back’ to the charity of your choice
* Development: LinkedIn Learning for all
* Finance: Snoop Premium available to all colleagues
* Medical: Private Medical Insurance option
* Bonus: Discretionary annual bonus
The Role
You and Your Team
We are looking for a motivated Test Engineer to join our team, working on our Data Transformation programme.
You'll have strong experience in software, UAT, or Data testing, and ideally, you'll have experience writing complex SQL queries, validating data integrity and complex data transformation rules. Working in an Agile environment, you’ll collaborate closely with Change, Tech, and Product teams to deliver high-quality solutions.
In your day-to-day role, as a Test Engineer, you will:
* Contribute confidently to robust, high-performing and scalable test solutions (manual and automated)
* Contribute to the maintenance of Test Frameworks for IT products in the Bank
* Contribute to Agile ALM including refinement, planning, release and retrospective sessions
* Support an awareness of test strong framework and automation to upkeep CI and CD
* Good understanding of DevOps and Agile
* Seeks to improve processes and way of working to align with the IT Model and the wider Vanquis model
* Proficient in test planning, preparation, execution and closure/reporting of multiple types of testing ranging from System testing, SIT, UAT and Performance testing
* Able to contribute effectively to the defect management lifecycle and escalate testing related issues or queries to the appropriate SME or resource
* Seeks appropriate due diligence for Test data and Test environments where there are potential risks of affecting live Processes and Systems
* Prepare and manage user acceptance testing for change/release, supports the training of seconded end users in UAT processes and standards
What We’re Looking For
* Experience working with Snowflake or SQL Server Management Studio & writing complex SQL queries. Experience with Data Vault methodology is a plus
* Proven track record of working within a variety of test frameworks and methodologies, in particular Agile and DevSecOps
* Good interpersonal, organisational and communication skills. Articulate, assertive and persuasive with the ability to adapt communication to the audience
* Good problem-solving skills
* Sound knowledge of Testing Principles with the ability to manage multiple testing types in a complex project environment
* Ability to handle multiple tasks and work under pressure with professionalism
* Team player who can build rapport with developers and business stakeholders
Offers are subject to satisfactory background checks, including credit, fraud, and employment references.
Who We Are
At Vanquis, we have a simple purpose: to deliver caring banking so our customers can make the most of life’s opportunities. Established in 1880, we’re now a FTSE All Share company and leading specialist bank. We lend responsibly, providing tailored products and services to over 1.75 million UK customers.
We take care of our colleagues as well as our customers, working hard to create a rewarding and supportive work environment. That means competitive salaries, benefits, and a Group-wide recognition scheme. Everyone can enrol in our pension and after six months, you can join our ‘Buy as You Earn’ scheme.
Vanquis Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace everyone’s unique strengths and identities. If there’s anything we can do to help in the recruitment process, please contact careers@vanquis.com.
Seniority level
* Not Applicable
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Information Technology and Analyst
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