Software Tester

Europa Worldwide Group
Scofton, UK
3 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
3 years minimum
Compensation
£35,000.0 - £40,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Testing (Software) Agile Methodology Software Bug Management Regression Testing Software Engineering Software Systems SQL Databases Information Technology

Job description

A Software Tester with web and automation experience to join our fantastic IT Development team!

Our Testers are integral to the creation of high specification software for internal and external stakeholders in the logistics industry. As part of our IT Development Team, you will work closely with the Business Analysts and Developers to ensure bespoke software solutions are delivered to a high standard in a timely manner., * Responsible for building good knowledge of Europa Software Systems and a true understanding of Europa Business areas and practices relating to their team, through knowledge share between team members, to ensure effective solution design.

  • Takes initiative to ensure testing best practices are up to date and followed within the development team.
  • Write test cases based on acceptance criteria for back log items, provided by the Business Analyst in line with business requirements.
  • Execute the above test cases to ensure acceptance criteria has been met.
  • Proactively identify any areas of impact in the software under test, and ensure that regression testing has been identified and executed when necessary
  • Defect triage and defect management through discussion with team members and/or Business Analyst and Developer to ensure solution-based outcomes are achieved.
  • Responsible for mentoring Junior Testers, to up-skill and provide guidance on a day to day basis.
  • Attending and participating in daily stand ups, design and specification meetings, showcases and retrospectives as part of the AGILE work practices of the development team.

Requirements

Do you have experience in Test cases?, * Commercial experience working with software development teams, with a software testing background.

  • Web and Automation experience is essential to be considered.
  • Knowledge of Customs would be beneficial but not essential
  • ISTQB foundation certificate.
  • A good understanding of the software development lifecycle
  • Quick to learn and able to apply that learning in a way that delivers benefit to the role
  • Excellent attention to details with an analytical mind and problem-solving attitude
  • Experience defining and executing test scenarios and test cases
  • Self-starter with the ability to come with solutions by asking the right questions., * Do you have knowledge of Customs?

Experience:

  • Software testing: 3 years (required)
  • SQL: 3 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

  • ISTQB foundation certificate (preferred)

Benefits & conditions

Pulled from the full job description

  • Referral programme
  • Annual leave
  • Employee discount
  • Sick pay
  • Bereavement leave
  • Enhanced maternity leave
  • Enhanced paternity leave, * £35k-£40k salary depending on experience
  • Flexible working: set core hours must be covered
  • Generous Time Off: Benefit from 25 days of annual leave
  • Enhanced Family Leave: Benefit from enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay
  • Benefits portal: where you access a wide range of exclusive discounts, company benefits, wellbeing resources and much more
  • Wellbeing Focus: Access our employee wellbeing programme for your overall health and happiness
  • Referral Rewards: Generous referral bonus when you refer a friend to work with us!
  • Work-Life Balance: Thrive in a fantastic working culture that promotes an excellent work-life balance
  • Recognition Programs: Celebrate your contributions with our charity 50-50 and long service awards, * Bereavement leave
  • Employee discount
  • Enhanced maternity leave
  • Enhanced paternity leave
  • Referral programme
  • Sick pay

About the company

Europa Worldwide Group is an ambitious and independently owned logistics business. We operate across three divisions - Europa Road, Europa Air & Sea, and Europa Warehouse - and our continued success has earned us a place in The Sunday Times Top Track 250 for three consecutive years.

With 15 sales offices across the UK and Ireland, plus a strong and expanding international footprint in Europe, and countries such as, Hong Kong, China, India, and Dubai, we’re investing heavily in our people, our infrastructure, and our future.

If you’re looking to be part of a forward-thinking organisation where your contribution genuinely makes an impact, Europa is a place where you can grow and thrive.

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