About The Role Team Member Servicing and Claims - IT Working Pattern - Hybrid 2days per week in either the Vitality Stockport or Bournemouth Offices.Full time, 35 hours per week. We are happy to discuss flexible working! Top 3 skills needed for this role: Extensive experience in automation testing Working effectively within cross functional teams Expertise in Java based automation What this role is all about Test Engineers at Vitality play a vital role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our digital products. They are responsible for planning, designing, and executing comprehensive tests to validate that features are fit for purpose and meet business and customer expectations. Working independently across a range of technologies, they contribute to both product and project-driven change. They also support the development of junior team members and help maintain high testing standards across the organisation. Key Actions Execute the Full Software Test Lifecycle: Manage all phases of testing including analysis, estimation, planning, execution, defect management, and reporting to ensure quality outcomes. Design and Automate Tests: Create and maintain manual and automated test cases aligned with business requirements. Develop regression packs and integration tests, and contribute to the automation framework. Maintain Testing Standards: Apply Vitalitys testing processes and standards consistently. Use automation and peer reviews to ensure compliance and quality across all deliverables. Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work closely with cross-functional teamssuch as developers, UX designers, analysts, and product ownersto understand requirements and deliver effective, customer-focused test solutions. Mentor and Support Team Members: Provide guidance and coaching to Associate Test Engineers. Share knowledge, offer feedback, and help build a skilled and collaborative testing team. Develop Technical Skills: Demonstrate proficiency in modern testing tools and platforms, including Selenium, Playwright, Java, C#, and SpecFlow. Continue to build expertise in automation and other specialisms. Contribute to Continuous Improvement: Actively identify opportunities to improve testing processes, tools, and practices. Support innovation and efficiency within the team and across the wider technology function. Collaborate Across Teams: Work effectively with colleagues from various disciplines to ensure seamless delivery and high-quality outcomes. What do you need to thrive? ISTQB certified tester foundation level. Working towards relevant (where applicable to their role) accreditation / certification Comprehensive Software Testing Expertise Technical Proficiency in Automation and Tools - Working knowledge ofC,SpecFlow, andJava. Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams So, whats in it for you? Bonus Schemes A bonus that regularly rewards you for your performance A pension of up to 12% We will match your contributions up to 6% of your salary Our award-winning Vitality health insurance With its own set of rewards and benefits Life Assurance Four times annual salary These are just some of the many perks that we offer! To view the extensive range of benefits we offer, please visit our careers page. Fantastic Benefits. Exciting rewards. Great career opportunities! If you are successfulin your application and join us at Vitality, this is our promise to you, w e will: Help you to be the healthiest youve ever been. Create an environment that embraces you as you are and enables you to be your best self. Give you flexibility on how, where and when you work. Help you advance your career by playing you to your strengths. Give you a voice to help our business grow and make Vitality a great place to be. Give you the space to try, fail and learn. Provide a healthy balance of challenge and support. Recognise and reward you with a competitive salary and amazing benefits. Be there for you when you need us. Provide opportunities for you to be a force for good in society. We commit to all these things because we want you to feel that you belong, and are supported to be happy and healthy. About The Company We're really excited to announce that we have recently been awarded "Top 10 Best Places To Work" in The Sunday Times Awards 2024! Vitality is a multi-award-winning UK insurance brand, here to make the world a healthier, happier place. Weve been a purpose and values-driven business from day 1- long before it became fashionable. Our core purpose is to make people healthier and enhance protect their lives. Diversity & Inclusion At Vitality, were committed to diversity and inclusion because its good for our employees, for our business, and for society. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Vitalitys approach to sustainability Vitality is a business that drives positive change. We reward people for making and sustaining healthier choices. But healthy people also need a healthy environment. To learn more please visit our Careers page. If we are fortunate in receiving a high volume of quality applications we may need to close this vacancy early. ADZN1_UKTJ