Software Tester

Software testing is central to delivering reliable, quality-assured solutions that teams depend on. This is an opportunity to register your interest in future Software Tester positions, roles that could focus on validating functionality, identifying defects and ensuring software meets quality standards before release., Roles of this type may involve testing applications and systems across a range of environments, working closely with development and product teams to catch issues early and raise quality standards. The work could include executing test plans, documenting defects, performing regression testing and contributing to the continuous improvement of testing practices. You would be based in Leeds, West Yorkshire, working on a contract basis.

What you would do

Typical responsibilities could include:

• Executing test cases and test plans against software applications and systems
• Identifying, documenting and logging defects with clear reproduction steps
• Performing functional, regression and exploratory testing
• Collaborating with developers and product teams to understand requirements and validate fixes
• Testing across multiple environments and configurations
• Contributing to the refinement of testing processes and practices
• Reporting test progress and quality metrics to stakeholders

• Proven experience in software testing or QA, including manual and automated testing techniques
• Working knowledge of test case design, test planning and defect management
• Familiarity with testing tools and practices relevant to your experience level
• Strong attention to detail and ability to think critically about edge cases and user scenarios
• Clear communication skills when documenting defects and reporting findings
• Associate’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent professional testing experience
• Right to work in the United Kingdom

Most roles of this type offer the following, dependent on the industry and seniority of the role:

• Hands-on experience validating software across real-world projects and environments
• Exposure to different testing methodologies and technology stacks
• Opportunity to contribute to quality improvement and testing standards
• Contract rate of £300-400 per day, depending on experience and the specific engagement
• Potential for extension or progression to further testing roles based on performance

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