Junior Quality Engineer - Mobile Applications
Hybrid (Leeds x2 a week) | £30-32k
We're looking for a motivated and detail-oriented
Junior Quality Engineer
to join a dynamic mobile squad.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone at the beginning of their career who has an interest in
manual and exploratory testing
for native iOS and Android applications. You'll work closely with experienced engineers, testers, and product owners to help ensure the quality and reliability of digital products.
This role offers clear progression, with exposure to test automation, Agile practices, and real-world delivery environments.
Key Responsibilities
* Assist with exploratory and manual testing of
iOS and Android mobile apps
.
* Execute test cases based on user stories and acceptance criteria.
* Support
regression testing
to confirm stability of existing features.
* Collaborate with developers, testers, and product owners in Agile ceremonies.
* Log and track defects in issue management tools with clear documentation.
* Help maintain and update test cases, test data, and documentation.
* Contribute to knowledge-sharing sessions and continuous improvement.
Skills & Qualifications
* Some experience or coursework in
manual testing
, ideally for mobile apps.
* Interest in exploratory testing and learning through hands-on practice.
* Familiarity with tools such as
Postman
for API testing.
* Understanding of the
software development lifecycle
and Agile principles.
* Basic knowledge of
Git
or similar version control systems.
* Strong attention to detail, good communication skills, and a collaborative mindset.
Growth & Development Opportunities
* Mentorship from senior QA engineers and developers.
* Hands-on exposure to
mobile test automation frameworks
(e.g., XCUITest).
* Opportunities to learn API automation and continuous testing.
* Involvement in
real Agile workflows
and cross-functional projects.
* Development in areas such as test strategy, automation, and quality assurance practices.