Job Description
Test Lead – 12 Month FTC - Fixed Term Contract
As a Test Lead you will be responsible for the Test Execution for multiple Projects/Maintenance Cycles from Development through to Go-Live. You will work with all departments to ensure quality deliverables, building strong relationships between the business and IT delivering software through Agile methodology. From time to time you will be required to perform software tests, following best practice to ensure quality and correct documentation of test procedures in all areas of software testing.
You will be responsible for the development and implementation of documented test cases. Executing tests, preparing test reports, and working closely with relevant departments and stakeholders to report defects when required.
Expected experience & skills
• 5 years proven track record in Leading small/medium sized Testing Teams
• Must have experience in Agile/Scrum models
• Strong Testing experience with API, Cross Platform Testing, Cross Browser Testing, Web, Mobile and Tablet
• Strong Testing Experience in Non-Functional testing
• Experience of working with Test Management tools like JIRA, TFS, ALM
• Familiar with C# .NET, HTML, SQL & Java
• Good Experience of working with SQL and SQL Management Studio.
• Excellent knowledge in Postman & SOAP UI for API Testing
• Keen attention to detail essential
• Must be motivated to work independently whilst able to positively influence and engage with other team members
• Must be able to work closely with the BA & development teams
• Beneficial – Previous work experience within the logistics industry
• ISTQB Advance level Test Analyst or equivalent certification in software Testing is desirable but not essential
Advantageous skills
• Automation skills experience creating and maintaining automation frameworks and scripts in line with coding standards will be an added advantage (not a must have)
• Demonstrated experience writing test scripts from scratch in C# .net will be an added advantage (not a must have)
• Experience working with Selenium Webdriver will be an added advantage (not a must have)
Benefits
• Annual performance-based bonus incentives
• Full private health insurance with no excess through our healthcare partner, Vitality Health.
• 23 days holiday, rising to 26 days per years’ service + all UK Bank Holidays
• Employer pension contributions up to 10%
• AXA Health employee assistance programme - 24/7 counselling helpline, 24/7 medical information helpline, LifeManagement™ helpline providing access to support on a range of everyday matters, such as financial, legal, consumer, family care and housing issues, telephonic psychological assessment, up to 8 sessions of scheduled counselling, immediate support from a counselling team, available to employees and household dependents
• Work-life balance - flexible working and work from home arrangements
• Professional development including: Learning and development, individual development plans, formal mentorship programs, professional tuition reimbursement
• Regular socials, monthly engagement activities, wellbeing days and more
• Paid time off when you are physically and mentally unwell
Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted.
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