Systems QA Engineer

Job Requirements

Location:

Hybrid Working – London Office/Remote

Reporting to:

QA Team Lead

Job Purpose

We are looking for a super-sharp Test Engineer to work in our Agile development teams. You will be working in a great atmosphere on stimulating projects with other talented test engineers. We will need you to provide high quality testing services to the engineering team, working with other testers assigned to a project. You will be working closely with developers and the product owner. Our testing work involves gaining a deep understanding of the product so that you can focus your testing activities.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• Developing a deep understanding of the product and system under test.

• Designing, writing, and maintaining automated and manual test cases.

• Executing test plans including scripted, exploratory, regression, and integration testing.

• Collaborating closely with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to clarify requirements and resolve defects.

• Participating actively in Agile processes like sprint planning and reviews to ensure quality integration.

• Evaluating test results, documenting defects, and reporting status to the team.

This role will be subject to an employment screening process and will require security clearance.

Work Experience

Essential:

• Minimum three years’ experience working as a tester.

• Demonstrable ability to write efficient and effective manual tests.

• A strong interest in the technical side of information technology and software development.

• Working knowledge of Ubuntu or other Linux distributions.

• Use of defect tracking tools (Jira, Xray).

• Comfortable using command line tools.

• Debug / troubleshooting skills.

• Excellent communication, both written and verbal.

• STEM degree or similar equivalent qualifications

Desirable

• Demonstrable experience with networking.

• Knowledge of vulnerability management and CVE best practices.