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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Test Engineer - **Company:** Matrix - **Location:** Knowlhill, UK (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** £35,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, JIRA, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Code Coverage, Code Review, HP Loadrunner, Issue Tracking Systems, Apache JMeter, Selenium, Test Execution Engine, Test Management, Strategies of Testing, Performance Testing, Postman, Information Technology, Playwright - **Published:** July 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=8b848e235c06acef ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field. * ISTQB or equivalent certification * Minimum of 3 years' experience in software testing and quality assurance. * Solid understanding of software testing methodologies, tools, and frameworks, specifically working in an Agile method. * Proficiency with automated testing tools is highly desirable, e.g. Selenium, Playwright or Leapwork * Experience of testing API's using tools like Postman or REST Assured * Experience of using performance testing tools such as JMeter or LoadRunner * Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a methodical and detail-oriented approach. * Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration across teams. * Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet deadlines. * Demonstrated ownership and accountability for results. * Passion for technology and continuous improvement, * Do you have a qualification in ISTQB or equivalent certification?, * in software testing and quality assurance.: 3 years (required) ## Description We are seeking a detail orientated and analytical Software Test Engineer to join our Technology team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and executing test plans to ensure the quality and functionality of software products. You will work closely with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to identify issues and improve product reliability., * Design and develop test plans, test cases, and automated test scripts based on product requirements. * Execute manual and automated tests to identify software defects. * Collaborate with developers and product teams to understand features and technical implementation. * Report and track bugs using issue tracking tools (e.g., Azure DevOps, Jira). * Perform functional, regression, performance, and security testing as needed. * Participate in code reviews and provide feedback on testability. * Continuously improve testing processes and tools. * Ensure compliance with quality standards and best practices. * Document and report test results clearly and concisely to test management and other Technology stakeholders, highlighting critical issues and providing actionable insights. * Utilise automated testing tools and frameworks to increase test coverage and efficiency. * Monitor and analyse key metrics and KPIs related to testing processes, leveraging data to drive continuous improvement. * Stay abreast of industry standards, best practices, and emerging technologies to raise the bar for testing quality. * Mentor and guide junior team members, fostering a culture of curiosity, high performance, and professional growth. ## Related Videos - [Proactive monitoring and smoke testing in your production environment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/139-proactive-monitoring-and-smoke-testing-in-your-production-environment) - [Testing .NET applications a Tool box for every developer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/704-testing-net-applications-a-tool-box-for-every-developer) - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [Are Your APIs Ready for AI Agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2004-are-your-apis-ready-for-ai-agents) - [Collaboration Quantified: Lessons from Open Source Developer Networks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1422-collaboration-quantified-lessons-from-open-source-developer-networks) - [Old tools, new tricks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1916-old-tools-new-tricks) ## Related Articles - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london) - [Is Software Engineering Hard?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/448-is-software-engineering-hard) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market)