Job Description

Posted 4 weeks ago

Do you want to work for a software company that are helping to fight against crime? 
We're hiring a Software Tester to work for a Cambridge based business, offering a salary of up to £65,000 (DOE) and flexible working. During the early days, it would be preferable for you to be on-site a few days a week to embed yourself into the company and learn about the products, after which you will have flexibility as they are a remote-first business.
This an exciting time to join the business, as they are looking to double their headcount in the next year. You will be reporting to the development manager, and you will be working across two agile-scrum teams as the sole QA engineer. 
Due to the nature of this work, you will need to be eligible for a security clearance, if you already have one, this would be a real plus!

They are looking for someone with:
– A background in data analysis, and solid manual and automation testing experience
– Web, API, UAT, and Windows Desktop testing
– Experience with Selenium WebDriver, or similar 
– Experience in creating and leading the execution of release test plans as well as designing and deploying repeatable test environments
– Proficiency in data analysis, statistics, and the utilisation of reporting tools and methodologies, including SQL and Excel
– Significant experience in closely collaborating with developers to comprehend software specifications and to verify new functionalities and rectifications
– Proven capability in partnering with customer support teams to identify and resolve user issues through testing and a track record of formulating and overseeing the implementation of test plans for software releases
– Previous involvement in Agile project environments

It would also be a real advantage if:
– You have prior experience in deploying tests within Azure environments (i.e DevTest labs)
– Familiarity with Azure DevOps or equivalent platforms for managing test plans, deployment flows, and environments.
– Existing or past security clearances (NPPV+SC level
– ISTQB certified
– You've previously worked in a data analytics company

The interviews will be going ahead from 4th April onwards, this will be a 3 stage process. 
If you're interested, please hit apply