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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Tester - **Company:** Iken Business Ltd - **Location:** Bristol, UK - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Adobe Analytics, Testing (Software), Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Law Practice Management Software, Code Coverage, Continuous Integration, Database Queries, Iterative and Incremental Development, Knowledge Management, Microsoft Visual Studio, Open Web Application Security, Scrum Methodology, Selenium, Software Testing Automation Framework, User Interface Testing, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Web Applications, Performance Testing, Postman, Git, Gherkin, Playwright, Api Management - **Published:** June 18, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.totaljobs.com/job/software-tester/iken-business-ltd-job107553360 ## About the Role * Experience of manual and automated testing of desktop and web applications in an Agile Scrum environment incl. iterative development, design reviews, personas, example mapping * Good understanding of all types of functional and non-functional testing * Experience of scripting test cases in Gherkin * Excellent written and spoken communication skills with thorough attention to detail whilst maintaining awareness of the bigger picture * Working knowledge of testing desktop & web applications across multiple platforms incl. UI testing, and accessibility testing to meet WCAG AA standard * Exposure to security testing (OWASP) and use of the Visual Studio suite * Good knowledge of API testing * Competent user of Azure DevOps, GIT * Understanding of test automation frameworks incl. the test coverage of automated tests in Selenium, Playwright,BackstopJS, Postman; tests via CICD pipelines * Basic knowledge of SQL * Keen interest in new technologies and applications to our business area * ISTQB Certification (preferred not essential) ## Description As part of the Testing Team, Software Testers contribute to the improvement and innovation of our knowledge management software. Working in an Agile Scrum environment, you will work with colleagues across several teams in the planning, development and execution of manual and automated test scripts to qualitatively assess releases and upgrades to desktop and web applications according to business requirements and our testing strategy. As part of the testing process, you will be responsible for detecting, reporting and tracking software defects through to resolution., * Supporting the Test Manager in the delivery of a high performing Testing Team by providing specialist expertise * Planning, designing and executing manual and automated tests for changes to Iken's knowledge management and case management software based on functional and non-functional requirements * Contributing to the example mapping and sprint planning activities in reviewing and evaluating requirements * Assisting in the definition of the requirements for environment, data, resources and tools to deliver on testing requirements for a project * Manage the end to end defect lifecycle by detecting, raising and tracking software issues through resolution and closure. Working collaboratively with developers. Ensuring the fix or workaround provided is valid. Keeping test cases updated as required * Reviewing test plans, defects and test results with a view to continually improving the testing process and the quality of software product * Communicating test progress, results and providing constructive feedback at appropriate Agile ceremonies * Keeping up to date with testing technologies to ensure productivity is enhanced wherever possible personally and for the team * Actively participate in daily scrums and other sprint meetings, including identifying areas for improvement * Maintain test documentation and revise as needed to improve testing function and practices * Contribute to and adhere to testing standards and best practice - in areas including functional and non-functional testing, defect management and environment management where appropriate * Contribute to an environment which encourages sharing of good practice, technical knowledge and product knowledge to the wider delivery team, including developers, testers and product. ## Related Videos - [Testing .NET applications a Tool box for every developer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/704-testing-net-applications-a-tool-box-for-every-developer) - [Are Your APIs Ready for AI Agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2004-are-your-apis-ready-for-ai-agents) - [Testing AI Agents: Automated Evaluation for Chatbots & RAG Systems](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100300-testing-ai-agents-automated-evaluation-for-chatbots-rag-systems) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [AI as a Test Designer: Transforming Experience into Automated Testing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1984-ai-as-a-test-designer-transforming-experience-into-automated-testing) - [Continuous testing - run automated tests for every change!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/190-continuous-testing-run-automated-tests-for-every-change) ## Related Articles - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [UK Business Culture and Etiquette](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/326-uk-business-culture-and-etiquette) - [Frontend Developer Salary in The UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/233-frontend-developer-salary-in-the-uk) - [Software Engineer Salary in The UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/231-software-engineer-salary-in-the-uk) - [Fullstack Developer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/251-fullstack-developer-salary-uk)