Overview
We are looking for an experienced Test Engineer to join DVLA’s digital services squad. You will be involved in manual and automated testing of web-based interfaces and APIs, working closely with developers and analysts to ensure high-quality software delivery.
Responsibilities
* Clarify stories and acceptance criteria with analysts and developers to ensure business scenarios are fully covered.
* Determine the testing that is needed and work with developers to understand code bases and test requirements.
* Identify functional and non‑functional testing needs for services that are web‑based or API‑based.
* Support junior test engineers and help develop their testing skills and knowledge.
* Manually test services and use automation tooling where appropriate, focusing on exploratory testing and surfacing unrealised acceptance criteria.
* Use HTTP API testing tools such as Postman and test web‑based interfaces with in‑browser tools.
Qualifications
* Experience in software testing, including manual and/or automated testing, defect management, and test creation.
* Familiarity with testing tools (e.g., X‑Ray, Bruno) and an understanding of software development life cycles.
* Ability to work with digital products and data, using designs and user stories.
* Evidence of identifying, diagnosing, and resolving bugs found during testing.
* Comfortable reading and writing stories in the Gherkin specification language.
* Real experience of using test tooling to test both web‑based user interfaces and APIs.
* Experience as a Test Analyst or Test Engineer, able to work across multiple delivery squads and conduct difficult conversations when defects are identified.
* Active pursuit of input from diverse backgrounds and collaboration with others.
Benefits
* Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary.
* 25 days annual leave (increasing by 1 day each year of service up to a maximum of 30 days) plus 8 bank holidays and an additional privilege day for the King’s birthday.
* Flexible working options to support work‑life balance.
* Best‑in‑class learning and development tailored to your role.
* A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity with a range of staff communities.
* Digital communities with clear career frameworks.
* On‑site gym, personal training, nursery, restaurant, and coffee bar.
* Free parking and access to DfT benefits information.
Nationality and Legal Requirements
* UK nationals.
* Nationals of the Republic of Ireland.
* Nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK.
* Nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein, and family members with settled or pre‑settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS).
* Individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020.
* Turkish nationals and certain family members of Turkish nationals who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service.
Other Information
DVLA does not hold a UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker License sponsor and requires successful candidates to meet a security check. Candidates must have at least five years continuous residency in the UK.
DVLA is committed to fair, accessible recruitment and reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities.
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