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Software Automation Tester Cowes, Isle of Wight (Office-based, 5 days per week) Approx 43,000 + bonus + healthcare + pension + 25 days holiday Permanent 37 hours per week (Mon-Fri) Are you an experienced Software Automation Tester ready to take technical ownership of automation projects within a world-leading technology environment? If you're driven by quality, innovation and continuous improvement, this could be your ideal next step. Joining an established QA function, you'll play a pivotal role in designing and leading automated test suites that help deliver high-quality, high-performing applications used globally. You'll work alongside a talented test team, collaborating with developers and QA leadership on a wide range of software testing initiatives. Key Responsibilities Lead, design and execute automated test solutions to deliver robust, high-quality software Support and mentor fellow testers, ensuring best practice in automation and quality assurance Review requirements and translate them into effective test automation scenarios Plan, create and deliver functional, integration and performance testing to defined metrics Document test results, report defects clearly and contribute to continuous process improvement Set up, configure and deploy test environments Key Skills & Experience Degree or diploma in Computer Science, Software Development or similar 3+ years' experience in software test automation within a development environment Proven experience with Selenium and writing automated scripts in Java or Python Strong understanding of structured software testing and development lifecycles Hands-on experience with MS SQL, ASP.Net and C# test environments Excellent communication, problem-solving and collaboration skills Desirable: Experience with Visual Studio IDE, Azure DevOps, GitHub or cloud-based testing technologies, plus strong awareness of current software testing trends. What's on Offer Salary around 43,000 (dependent on experience) 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays (rising with length of service) Company pension (5% employer contribution) Bonus scheme (up to 5% combined company and personal) Healthcare plan after probation Death in service cover (13x basic salary) Genuine career progression and opportunities for international collaboration If you've held any of these roles or used these technologies/skills, this role could be a great fit: Software Tester, QA Automation Engineer, Test Automation Specialist, SDET, Selenium Tester, Java Test Engineer, Python Automation Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer, Test Lead. Apply now to take the next step in your automation testing career and help shape the quality of innovative technology products used worldwide. We are open to applicants who are willing to relocate. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is a leading independent tech recruitment consultancy in the UK. For every CV sent to clients, we donate 1 to The Born Free Foundation. We are a Climate Action Workforce in partnership with Ecologi. If this role isn't right for you, explore our referral reward program with payouts at interview and placement milestones. Visit our website for details. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

The Bristol Port Company have exciting opportunities for Senior Software Tester to join their team. Location: Avonmouth, Bristol, BS11 9DQ Salary: £50,000 to £55,000 per annum Job Type: Full Time, Permanent About Us: As one of the UK s major ports, The Bristol Port Company provides the full range of warehousing, logistics and distribution services. Established in 1991, the Port now employs over 600 people and has invested over £600 million in infrastructure, equipment and its workforce. Bristol Port is a key national asset and a major economic driver for the South West region; the Company and businesses on the Port Estate contribute more than £1 billion to UK GDP. Senior Software Tester TheRole: We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Senior Software Tester to join our in-house development team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the quality of our software products through meticulous testing, test automation, and collaboration with Developers and Product Owners. This role requires a strong understanding of testing methodologies, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to write and maintain automated test scripts. Senior Software Tester -Responsibilities: - Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and test scripts based on requirements and specifications - Perform various testing types (e.g., functional, regression, performance, usability, security) as needed - Identify, document, and track software defects using a bug tracking system - Analyse test results and provide clear and concise reports - Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using appropriate tools and frameworks (e.g., Selenium, JavaScript) - Implement and maintain a robust test automation framework - Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipeline - Work closely with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and provide feedback - Participate in Agile ceremonies (e.g., sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives) Senior Software Tester -You: - Proven experience in software testing (min 2+ years) - Strong test scripting skills - Experience with test automation tools and frameworks (e.g. Selenium) - Solid understanding of software testing methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) - Experience with bug tracking systems (e.g., DevOps, ClickUp) - Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills - Strong communication and collaboration skills Please be aware, due to the nature of the role, only candidates eligible to both live and work in the UK will be considered for the role. No sponsorship or relocation packages will be offered for this role. To submit your CV for this exciting Senior Software Tester opportunity, please click Apply now!

Lead/Senior QA Engineer (Tester) Location: East Midlands ( 1 / 2 days a month ) Salary:up to 65k DOE Plus Benefits Industry: Software Role: Lead /Senior Tester /QA Engineer Ready to make your mark in a fast-moving tech company that's redefining how software is built, tested, and delivered? They're looking for a Lead QA Engineer who's passionate about quality, automation, and innovation and who thrives in a collaborative, high-energy environment. This is your chance to join a team that's trusted by global clients for delivering cutting-edge solutions that leave outdated systems in the dust. Their technology is lean, powerful, and built for scale; but it's their people who make the real difference. If you're driven by impact, love solving complex problems, and want to work with brilliant minds, this is the place for you. What You'll Do: Be the go-to QA expert for your team or product domain, leading strategy and execution. Collaborate with engineers, architects, and product leaders to embed quality into every stage of development. Build and evolve automation frameworks that power fast, reliable releases. Own QA environments and ensure they mirror real-world conditions. Drive test coverage, tool selection, and continuous improvement across the board. Mentor and inspire QA engineers, helping them grow and thrive. Play a key role in release decisions, balancing speed with risk. Represent QA in stakeholder conversations and recruitment efforts. Champion a culture of excellence, innovation, and teamwork. What You Bring: Deep experience in Agile testing environments, with strong CI/CD and DevOps knowledge. Experience in cloud based software (Azure AWS) Expertise in automation at API and UI levels, ideally within microservice architectures. Experience with Selenium, Postman, Playwright and both manual and automated testing. Solid programming skills (.NET, C#, JavaScript) and bonus points for experience in React or Angular. Experience in performance, security, and other non-functional testing areas. A natural coach and communicator, able to lead with empathy and clarity. Bonus points for certifications in Agile or software testing. Soft Skills That Set You Apart: You tackle challenges head-on and inspire others to do the same. You're approachable, persuasive, and confident in front of senior stakeholders. You think analytically, act strategically, and prioritise effectively. You bring energy, positivity, and a passion for building great software. Why Join Them? Because with this company your ideas matter. Your growth matters. And your work will directly shape the future of their products and the experience of their clients. They're not just building software they're building something better. Please not, only applications from candidates already in the UK and holding the relevant work permits will be considered. My client is also unable to sponsor visas. Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/ or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.

Trainee Software Tester Location: Meriden, Coventry Salary: 25,000 - 30,000 Monday to Friday 9am to 5:30pm (fully office based) We are currently recruiting for a Trainee Software Tester with commercial experience, either through a previous role, industrial placement, or graduate scheme. You will be joining a growing development team near Coventry. In this role, you will build on your foundation in software testing to support the delivery of reliable, high-quality software products. You will be involved in the full testing lifecycle, including test case design, bug reporting, regression testing, and contributing to team discussions about quality and improvements. This is an ideal opportunity if you have taken your first steps in testing and now want to be part of a collaborative Agile team where you can continue to develop technically while gaining exposure to modern testing practices and tools. Key Responsibilities of the Trainee Software Tester: Design and execute test cases based on user stories and acceptance criteria Document and report bugs, helping to troubleshoot issues with developers Contribute to functional, regression, and exploratory testing activities Support software releases by validating features and identifying risks early Assist in reviewing requirements and identifying test scenarios Maintain clear and detailed test documentation Requirements to be considered for the Trainee Software Tester: A degree in Computer Science, IT, Software Engineering or a related field Experience or Knowledge of software testing or QA role (including placements) Understanding of testing principles and software development lifecycles Strong attention to detail with a structured and analytical approach Ability to work collaboratively in Agile or fast-paced delivery environment Experience running manual tests across desktop or web applications Exposure to SQL or basic database validation Awareness of automation tools such as Selenium or Playwright A proactive approach to learning and improving testing practices We are only looking at people who live within a 10- 15 mile radius as it is an office based role so you need to be able to get there on a daily basis. If you are looking for an opportunity which involves training and development as a Junior Software Tester and you are based in or around the Coventry area then click "Apply" now to be considered. You will have an opportunity to learn and grow with a Senior Software Tester, you will build on your foundation in software testing to support the delivery of software products for the business.

Guidewire Developer UK HYBRID WORKING. Full time, Mon - Fri 37.5 hours per week. Flexibility, bonus scheme (7.5% of basic salary based on business and personal performance) and many more fantastic benefits! This role is based in the UK and requires candidates to have the right to work in the UK We re AND-E one of the fastest-growing insurance companies. And we re proud of our warm and inclusive culture. We re building a diverse community, with a unique blend of strengths, to take our business to the next level. AND-E recently won the Best Large Insurance Employer category at the 2023 British Insurance Awards! You ll be a dynamic full stack developer, with experience of Guidewire Insurance suites. You'll be able to work with a fantastic team of developers, BAs, testers and scrum masters to put your stamp on our solution. If you re looking to go further, faster join us and enjoy every opportunity. CHALLENGED NOW AND-EXPERT NEXT. Responsibilities Develop and unit test software solutions based on business requirements and design specs. Develop and improve Unit Test coverage. Utilise object-oriented design and programming best practices. Apply Guidewire best practices to software development. Review code and support team members for effective collaboration and business change delivery. Collaborate with Business Analysts and Testers to ensure software meets business requirements, assist in bug fixing during testing phases, and maintain updated documentation in Jira and Confluence. Perform troubleshooting, problem remediation, system restoration and root cause analysis. Knowledge, Experience and Qualifications Essential Minimum of 2 years proven commercial software development experience using some of the following tools and technologies: Java programming Web services SQL and relational databases XML technologies (XML, XSD, XSLT, XPath) Web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, JSON) SOAP and RESTful web services Version control systems Full stack development experience, including front-end, back-end, microservices, and data management. Commercial experience with one or more of the following tools and platforms: Linux tools and CLI Bitbucket CI tools such as Jenkins Test automation tools such as SOAPUI and Selenium IDE/WebDriver Python OpenText WEM, Portal, Process Suite, or StreamServe Experience with agile software development methodologies such as Scrum. Familiarity with SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) and full SDLC processes is desirable. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to liaise with clients and translate issues into technical solutions. Educated to degree level in Computer Science or equivalent industry experience. Desirable Hands-on experience with at least one Guidewire InsuranceSuite product (PolicyCenter, ClaimCenter, BillingCenter, or Digital Portal) either in configuration or integrations Experience with public cloud IaaS such as AWS EC2. Background in the Insurance or Financial Services sector (understanding of the UK motor insurance market is a plus). Industry-recognised qualifications such as Oracle Certified Java Programmer (OCPJP). Why Join Us? We're all about helping you grow, with plenty of support to develop in your current role whilst also creating opportunities to explore new ones and advance your career. We realise that we need to be a good fit for you above all else so here s what you can enjoy about AND-E: Recognised as the Best Large Insurance Employer: We are proud to have been named the Best Large Insurance Employer for 2023 at the prestigious British Insurance Awards. Unmatched Work-Life Balance. Competitive Salaries and Benefits Package: We offer competitive salaries that recognise your skills and expertise. Our community s unwritten rule is to be as flexible as we can be. We understand life happens, and on occasion, we all need a bit of give and take in our day. We don t want you missing your child s school play, or the new fridge being delivered. We believe our colleagues should have choice, flexibility, and balance in their home and work life, and we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and supported, including embracing neurodiversity and ensuring all individuals have the tools and opportunities they need to thrive. Our colleagues should have choice, flexibility and balance in their home and work life. We like to think our benefits package is one of the best, focusing on colleagues health, wealth, and lifestyle. We offer: Up to 28 Days annual leave with the option to buy/sell up to 5 days holiday 7.5% Discretionary Annual Bonus Healix Private Medical Insurance Options 3 x Annual Salary Life Assurance A range of health, wellbeing, and financial support benefits, including money back on health expenses, Employee Assistance Programme, Flu Jab voucher, Virtual GP service, and driving lessons for you and your family. Additional perks such as a pension advisory service, family-friendly policies, season ticket loan , cycle scheme , and financial flexibility through Wagestream . Subject to company performance and completion of probation Aioi Nissay Dowa Europe is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. Employees and job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation (Protected Characteristics). At AND-E, equal opportunity is more than a policy it s a promise. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable adjustments: If you require any adjustments to support you during our recruitment process, please let us know. We re committed to making the process accessible and are happy to help.

Nicholas Howard are recruiting for a Senior Salesforce QA Engineer to join our client, a leading global med-tech business, as they continue to scale. With a mix of manual and automated testing skills, the focus will be primarily applications testing, helping build out the automation framework, and testing mobile software and cloud based services. Working in an agile environment, we are looking for testers who have a strong depth of Salesforce experience, Classic and Lightning, ideally Sales Cloud and Service Cloud. This is essential, with current knowledge required, coupled with the ability to collaborate and work with developers, QA and wider IT teams across the international region. We will also be looking for cross platform testing, integration testing (SAP useful), manual and automated experience, JIRA (or wider test management tools, TestRail or similar), whilst some scripting skills in Java or Python would also be an added bonus! There will be an opporutunity to lead, coach and mentor junior team members, with progression to the role as well. The role is hybrid in London.

Tester 35,000 - 45,000 Manchester - twice a month in the office Our client in Manchester is currently on the lookout for an experienced Tester to join their growing team that ensures the features delivered satisfy the products functional and non-functional requirements and are of a consistent high quality. You will help to shape testing practices within your team as well as encouraging the adoption of these process across the wider organisation. You will also work with agile methodology and support the team by bringing industry best practices. Main duties and responsibilities: Perform testing activities within a Scrum/Project team acting as the quality gatekeeper for contact centre omnichannel platform and integration points Collaborate with business analysts, developers and testers to create acceptance criteria and test approaches. Participate in agile Scrum process and rituals. i.e. daily stand ups, planning and retrospectives. Create and maintain the automation test suite Where automation is not possible, you will ensure that manual testing is documented Define, create and run tests that will critique our enterprise applications. i.e. Load, accessibility, browser and device compatibility Present feedback (both written and verbal) to product and development teams on test outcomes Essential skills and experience required for this role: Solid experience of testing omnichannel platforms and their integration points, including all levels of System and Integration Testing Experience of working with a Genesys omnichannel solution Experience with CRM platforms like Siebel CRM Solid understanding of Agile (particularly Scrum) software testing methodologies and the practices of a tester in this environment Proficient in Test design and Test execution; creating and designing test scenarios, test cases, test scripts, test plans and test reports Proficient in test automation, developing and implementing test frameworks and use of automation tools such as Tosca Excellent analytical skills; able to identify, analyse and debug issues; working closely with developers and business analysts to find a resolution Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, are required to communicate test status, issues and risk to stakeholders as well as presenting complex information to different audiences Some of the benefits that come with this role: 30 days annual leave with option to buy/sell 15% pension contribution Private health insurance plus fee eyesight tests Life assurance cover, income protection cover & employee assistance programme Courses and workshops for self learning and development

Test Analyst Norwich - Hybrid Salary - 28-32k Currently looking for a talented manual software tester/QA to join a new IT team with their QA and testing efforts. You will passionate and offer experience and knowledge of all aspects of the SDLC, and be familiar with Azure DevOps for test management and defect tracking. If you enjoy working closely with developers and product owners to ensure the quality and reliability of our software solutions then this could be the job for you! Required Skills: 2-3 years' experience in manual software testing. Proven experience testing SaaS applications. Hands-on experience using Azure DevOps for test management and defect tracking. Strong understanding of Agile methodologies Excellent communication skills - able to liaise confidently with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. High attention to detail and strong analytical thinking. Basic understanding of API testing, SQL, or automation tools (e.g., Postman, Playwright) ISTQB qualified - Would be great! What the business can offer you Hybrid working Collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work environment. Exposure to cutting-edge SaaS technologies This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing business as they begin their new innovative journey and who offer you hybrid working arrangements and an autonomy working culture. To be considered for this opportunity please send an updated copy of your cv. Full spec on successful application

Software Automation Tester Permanent Role Location: South Coast Portsmouth, Southampton, Isle of White Salary: Competitive + bonus + benefits Hours: 37 per week (Monday Friday) A leading technology company is seeking an experienced Software Automation Tester to take ownership of its test automation strategy and ensure the delivery of high-quality, reliable software solutions. This is a key opportunity for a technically skilled tester who thrives on improving quality through automation, collaboration, and process excellence. Key Responsibilities Lead the design and implementation of automated test suites for complex software applications. Collaborate with QA leadership to develop, execute, and optimise automation frameworks. Review requirements and design documentation to create robust test strategies and scripts. Build, maintain, and execute automated test cases for functional, system, integration, performance, and usability testing. Document and report test results clearly, identifying and tracking defects to resolution. Support, mentor, and guide other testers to build automation capability across the team. Set up and maintain test environments to ensure reliable, repeatable testing. What You ll Bring Degree or Diploma in Computer Science, Software Development, or a related field. 3+ years experience in test automation within a software development environment. Hands-on experience with Selenium or equivalent automation frameworks. Programming skills in Java or Python for writing test scripts. Familiarity with testing applications built on MS SQL, ASP.NET, and C# . Strong understanding of the software development and testing lifecycles. Experience in project estimation, risk management, and test planning. Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills. A proactive, quality-focused mindset and a strong sense of ownership. Desirable Skills Experience with Microsoft Visual Studio , Azure DevOps , and GitHub . Knowledge of cloud technologies and modern QA trends. Awareness of emerging technologies impacting software testing and delivery. What s on Offer Competitive salary and annual performance bonus. 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) with additional days for length of service. Company pension contribution, healthcare, and life cover. Flexible working within a 37-hour week. A supportive environment that values innovation, ownership, and continuous improvement. Opportunities for professional development and international collaboration.

DevOps Engineer - Defence & National Security Location: Manchester city centre (Hybrid) + North West client sites Salary: 60,000 - 90,000 per annum Security: SC required to start, must be willing to obtain DV Are you a DevOps engineer looking for work that makes a real difference? We're expanding a specialist team in Manchester and are looking for DevOps professionals from all technical backgrounds who want to apply their skills to impactful projects in Defence and National Security. You'll play a key role in building and running secure, scalable platforms that support mission-critical services. We welcome engineers with different tech stack experience - what matters most is your passion for automation, reliability, and problem solving in a collaborative environment. What you'll do Design and implement CI/CD pipelines and automated deployments. Build and manage cloud-native and containerised environments. Apply Infrastructure-as-Code, monitoring and Site Reliability Engineering principles to ensure resilience and performance. Collaborate with developers, testers, and client stakeholders to deliver end-to-end solutions. Share knowledge, contribute to a learning culture, and help shape the direction of a growing practice. What we're looking for Hands-on experience in DevOps engineering, regardless of stack (e.g. AWS, Azure, GCP, Kubernetes, Docker, Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD). Strong understanding of automation and modern software delivery practices. Experience working in Agile teams. Curiosity, adaptability and eligibility for UK National Security vetting at DV level. Why this role? Work only on high-impact, mission-critical Defence projects. Join at the ground floor of a growing team, with real scope for influence and progression. Hybrid flexibility in a modern city-centre location. If you want to grow your DevOps career while contributing to work of real national importance, we'd love to hear from you People Source Consulting Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. People Source specialise in technology recruitment across niche markets including Information Technology, Digital TV, Digital Marketing, Project and Programme Management, SAP, Digital and Consumer Electronics, Air Traffic Management, Management Consultancy, Business Intelligence, Manufacturing, Telecoms, Public Sector, Healthcare, Finance and Oil & Gas.

Software Testing & Automation Specialist - Web Ecommerce- Contract Location: Hammersmith (4 days on site, 1 day remote) Rate: 500 - 650 per day (to Umbrella) Contract Length: 6 - 12 months We're looking for an experienced Software Testing & Automation Specialist to join the digital product team and design and implement from scratch an automated UI testing framework for a bespoke ecommerce / complex web platform as the sole test consultant. The role focuses on designing and implementing a UI acceptance testing strategy and automation solution for a bespoke ecommerce platform built on a Microsoft .NET stack, currently tested manually by engineers and product owners. You'll deliver a maintainable, pragmatic, and scalable automation framework that enables the team to improve efficiency, reduce risk, and enhance release quality while ensuring it can be easily maintained and extended by non-specialists/non testers once your contract ends. Successful candidates must have similar experience in designing and implementing from scratch an automated UI testing framework for ecommerce / complex web platforms. Key Responsibilities Analyse current manual testing processes and identify opportunities for automation. Recommend and implement automation tools (e.g., Selenium, Cypress, BrowserStack, Testim). Design and configure an automated testing framework for functional and regression testing. Develop reusable test cases, templates, and clear documentation. Train and support team members to maintain and extend automated tests. Provide reporting on coverage, outcomes, and defects. Experience & Skills Proven experience in both manual and automated testing. Strong background in designing and implementing automated UI testing frameworks for ecommerce or complex web platforms. Previous experience leading the design and build of automated testing frameworks from scratch (Greenfield). Expertise in at least one automation tool or framework. Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and integrating testing into release cycles. Strong communication and documentation skills. Collaborative, self-motivated, and able to deliver outcomes independently. Everybody is welcome Diversity and Inclusion Statement. PCR Digital "At PCR Digital, we are committed to ensuring that diversity, equity and inclusion play a role at all stages of our recruitment - it is important to us that our own company culture and the culture of our network is as varied and supportive as possible. We love people (it's why we do what we do), so, regardless of background, we welcome you to work with us or apply to any of our jobs if you feel that they are right for you." We also aim to ensure that our entire process is accessible. Please make us aware of any adjustments you may need throughout the selection, interview and general process and we will do all we can to ensure that any barriers are removed for you.

Role Title: Automation Tester (Python) Rate: £400 Inside IR35 Location: Remote Duration: 12 Months Clearance: BPSS Must Have experience with Python and AWS Key Responsibilities: Develop and deliver comprehensive, robust, and reliable automated test frameworks and suites to cover business requirements. Identify and resolve defects or issues preventing the delivery of Test Engineering activities. Maintain full traceability of defects, tests, and requirements. Design, build, and maintain an effective test infrastructure. Create and maintain documentation within the test automation code base. Stay updated with the latest technical test tools and apply them where beneficial. Review and update the test suite to reflect current best practices and reduce technical debt. Develop and maintain reusable libraries and services. Communicate and share technical resources, knowledge, and lessons learned with other teams. Contribute to the production of test approaches and reporting mechanisms agreed upon with senior stakeholders. Ensure usability, accessibility, security, stability, and capacity are Embedded in the development of citizen services. Collaborate with other teams in the Software Development Lifecycle to drive technical solutions. Apply Agile principles in practice and use Agile tools intelligently. Design and build technical setups and working methods for continuous integration, delivery, and deployment practices. Review test practices and implement improvements. Participate in community discussions around the latest technology trends, tools, and best practices within Test Engineering. Commit to continuous personal development, learning, and training. Provide coaching and mentoring to Test Engineering team members. Support recruitment-related activities when required.

Role Title: Automation Tester Clearance: BPSS Salary: £60,000 + 5% Pension + Travel Expences Location: Remote with 1 day onsite in Manchester Must have Java or Javascript experience Key Responsibilities: Develop and deliver comprehensive, robust, and reliable automated test frameworks and suites to cover business requirements. Identify and resolve defects or issues preventing the delivery of Test Engineering activities. Maintain full traceability of defects, tests, and requirements. Design, build, and maintain an effective test infrastructure. Create and maintain documentation within the test automation code base. Stay updated with the latest technical test tools and apply them where beneficial. Review and update the test suite to reflect current best practices and reduce technical debt. Develop and maintain reusable libraries and services. Communicate and share technical resources, knowledge, and lessons learned with other teams. Contribute to the production of test approaches and reporting mechanisms agreed upon with senior stakeholders. Ensure usability, accessibility, security, stability, and capacity are Embedded in the development of citizen services. Collaborate with other teams in the Software Development Lifecycle to drive technical solutions. Apply Agile principles in practice and use Agile tools intelligently. Design and build technical setups and working methods for continuous integration, delivery, and deployment practices. Review test practices and implement improvements. Participate in community discussions around the latest technology trends, tools, and best practices within Test Engineering. Commit to continuous personal development, learning, and training. Provide coaching and mentoring to Test Engineering team members. Support recruitment-related activities when required.

Software Testing & Automation Specialist - Web Ecommerce- Contract Location: Hammersmith (4 days on site, 1 day remote) Rate: 500 - 650 per day (to Umbrella) Contract Length: 6 - 12 months We're looking for an experienced Software Testing & Automation Specialist to join the digital product team and design and implement from scratch an automated UI testing framework for a bespoke ecommerce / complex web platform as the sole test consultant. The role focuses on designing and implementing a UI acceptance testing strategy and automation solution for a bespoke ecommerce platform built on a Microsoft .NET stack, currently tested manually by engineers and product owners. You'll deliver a maintainable, pragmatic, and scalable automation framework that enables the team to improve efficiency, reduce risk, and enhance release quality while ensuring it can be easily maintained and extended by non-specialists/non testers once your contract ends. Successful candidates must have similar experience in designing and implementing from scratch an automated UI testing framework for ecommerce / complex web platforms. Key Responsibilities Analyse current manual testing processes and identify opportunities for automation. Recommend and implement automation tools (e.g., Selenium, Cypress, BrowserStack, Testim). Design and configure an automated testing framework for functional and regression testing. Develop reusable test cases, templates, and clear documentation. Train and support team members to maintain and extend automated tests. Provide reporting on coverage, outcomes, and defects. Experience & Skills Proven experience in both manual and automated testing. Strong background in designing and implementing automated UI testing frameworks for ecommerce or complex web platforms. Previous experience leading the design and build of automated testing frameworks from scratch (Greenfield). Expertise in at least one automation tool or framework. Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and integrating testing into release cycles. Strong communication and documentation skills. Collaborative, self-motivated, and able to deliver outcomes independently. Everybody is welcome Diversity and Inclusion Statement. PCR Digital "At PCR Digital, we are committed to ensuring that diversity, equity and inclusion play a role at all stages of our recruitment - it is important to us that our own company culture and the culture of our network is as varied and supportive as possible. We love people (it's why we do what we do), so, regardless of background, we welcome you to work with us or apply to any of our jobs if you feel that they are right for you." We also aim to ensure that our entire process is accessible. Please make us aware of any adjustments you may need throughout the selection, interview and general process and we will do all we can to ensure that any barriers are removed for you.

I represent a multinational advanced entertainment electronics company working with the likes of Netflix, Disney, and PL football teams. The culture is techy, and everyone is an engineer. Profit-sharing, a good salary package and employee councils and working groups. They take care of their employees, and their employees have clout. They're looking for a Junior Automation Engineer to help drive forward software automation. Responsibilities Gain exposure to test automation principles and develop automated test scripts. Collaborate with development, QA and product owners to understand features, risks etc. Contribute to test design discussions. Use Linux-based systems for troubleshooting, test environment setup and log analysis. Document and execute test cases. Contribute to continuous improvement by suggesting ideas, raising risks and learning new tools. Requirements Strong Python experience. Experience with Linux. Knowledge or prior experience with QA. Desirable Experience with embedded systems Experience with TCP/IP-based networking. Familiarity with video standards and technologies If you're not naturally curious and don't like cool technology, you need not apply.

Walter Everett is a niche technical recruitment consultancy . We are currently partnering with a global consultancy to search for an Senior Automation Tester. They are looking for a natural leader and expert with Java based automation frameworks. As well as defining strategies and mentoring, you will be very hands on with contract testing. They use Pact for API testing but Gatling etc is also ok. The role is based in London and requires someone with SC clearance, or eligible. Senior Automation Tester (SC Cleared). Please Note: Due to project requirements, candidates with active SC clearance are preferred. If your clearance has lapsed or you are eligible to undergo SC clearance (which typically requires 5 years of continuous UK residency and the right to work in the UK, such as British citizenship, ILR, or other eligible status), we still encourage you to apply. Full Time - Mainly remote ( occasional visit to the London office) Detailed Spec: Our client is a global service provider that excels in delivering innovative technology and consulting solutions to a diverse and impressive international client base.They are seeking a Senior QA Automation Engineer with experience in BDD, Automation Testing, Agile (Scrum), and scripting to join their Tech team. You must be able to code in Java! What you'll be doing: This role includes, but is not limited to: Collaborating with and leading the team, working with the product team to define acceptance criteria and testing DOD for each story. Helping to build the test strategy and framework Pairing with developers to define and review the required tests, addressing all product delivery features and functions at the unit and component layers. Conducting exploratory testing at all levels. Defining tests throughout product delivery into live environments. Automating tests where necessary. Working with developers to design and test stubs. Ensuring the team defines tests to validate NFRs (Non-Functional Requirements) at appropriate levels. Maintaining traceability throughout the product lifecycle. Providing regular updates on test progress and quality metrics in a format consumable by stakeholders. Raising the profile of quality across the product lifecycle. Contributing to Agile teams by designing and building automated tests to ensure effective test coverage. Providing test assurance for user stories based on acceptance test criteria in a test-first environment. Working closely with Software Engineers to meet requirements and contribute to agile delivery. Participating in estimation activities and identifying opportunities to maximise testing benefits within the team. Assuring team retrospectives and planning sessions, ensuring adherence to test best practices, continual improvement, and standards. What experience you'll bring: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience in Agile delivery teams using TDD (Test-Driven Development) with Java. Ideally some experience with Springboot and dependency injection Ability to work autonomously. Experience with PACT frameworks for Consumer Contract testing is desirable. Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and their importance in the Automation Testing process. Exposure to command line and scripting languages for at least one OS (Windows or Linux). Good coding skills (SOLID, DI, Design Patterns, etc.). Ability to unit test the frameworks you build. Qualifications and experience required: A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience. Expertise in API testing using Postman. Proficiency in Cypress and Docker for containerised testing. Proven track record of using Gitlab for test automation storage. Strong foundation in TDD using Junit. Familiarity with SonarQube, Jenkins, Splunk, Gatling, Serenity, Cucumber, Selenium, Wiremock, Hamcrest, AWS Cloudwatch, Jira, and Confluence. Nice to have: - Experience with mocks and stubs. - Advanced knowledge of DevOps and Agile Development. - Ability to lead projects and design test strategies. At Walter Everett and our clients, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment . We recognise that diversity enhances our collective strength and improves our ability to meet the needs of those we serve. We value the unique perspectives and experiences each individual brings to our teams. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the process, please feel free to get in touch with us. We are dedicated to ensuring that everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive.

Role: QA Duration: 6 months Rate: £450 (Inside of IR35) Location: Remote 1 Stage Interview Start Date: ASAP Clearance: BPSS Must Have Government Experience Essential Criteria Demonstrable skills in a modern programming language and software engineering practices and aptitude to learn more. Experience building and maintaining comprehensive, robust, and reliable automated tests against UI's and/or API's including contributing to improving frameworks and automation suites. Experience of the testing life cycle from understanding business needs from delivery to production. Including test generation, reporting and defect management. Adaptable team player who understands agile ways of working and shift left principles eg CI/CD. Responsible for writing, debugging and refactoring test code. At this role level, you will: Work closely with software developers to reach a common understanding of the code base and test coverage at unit level Collaborate with analysts to ensure the required business scenarios are covered in the acceptance test scripts Work on both functional and non-functional areas of an application Coach and mentor testers Nice to have Knowledge of non-functional testing eg Performance, Security and Accessibility - including test types, test tools, and standards, Cucumber BDD

DevOps Engineer - Defence & National Security Location: Manchester city centre (Hybrid) + North West client sites Salary: £60,000 - £90,000 per annum Security: SC required to start, must be willing to obtain DV Are you a DevOps engineer looking for work that makes a real difference? We're expanding a specialist team in Manchester and are looking for DevOps professionals from all technical backgrounds who want to apply their skills to impactful projects in Defence and National Security. You'll play a key role in building and running secure, scalable platforms that support mission-critical services. We welcome engineers with different tech stack experience - what matters most is your passion for automation, reliability, and problem solving in a collaborative environment. What you'll do Design and implement CI/CD pipelines and automated deployments. Build and manage cloud-native and containerised environments. Apply Infrastructure-as-Code, monitoring and Site Reliability Engineering principles to ensure resilience and performance. Collaborate with developers, testers, and client stakeholders to deliver end-to-end solutions. Share knowledge, contribute to a learning culture, and help shape the direction of a growing practice. What we're looking for Hands-on experience in DevOps engineering, regardless of stack (eg AWS, Azure, GCP, Kubernetes, Docker, Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD). Strong understanding of automation and modern software delivery practices. Experience working in Agile teams. Curiosity, adaptability and eligibility for UK National Security vetting at DV level. Why this role? Work only on high-impact, mission-critical Defence projects. Join at the ground floor of a growing team, with real scope for influence and progression. Hybrid flexibility in a modern city-centre location. If you want to grow your DevOps career while contributing to work of real national importance, we'd love to hear from you People Source Consulting Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. People Source specialise in technology recruitment across niche markets including Information Technology, Digital TV, Digital Marketing, Project and Programme Management, SAP, Digital and Consumer Electronics, Air Traffic Management, Management Consultancy, Business Intelligence, Manufacturing, Telecoms, Public Sector, Healthcare, Finance and Oil & Gas.

FDM is a global business and technology consultancy seeking Manual Testing Analysts to work for our client within the Information Technology and Services sector. This is initially a 3-month contract with the potential to extend and will be a remote role. Our client is looking for an experienced Manual Test Analyst with a strong background in general insurance particularly home or Motor insurance. The ideal candidate will be confident in executing tests systematically, identifying defects, and validating XML data. You'll be supporting two key projects involving both front-end and back-end testing of an Insurance Policy Management System. Responsibilities Deliver test support across two concurrent projects: front-end testing of an Insurance Policy Management System and back-end testing focused on insurance product model and XML data validation Execute test scripts and report results using Azure DevOps Validate a wide range of features including product UI, data processing, payments processing and XML data transfer Raise, track, and manage defects through to resolution Collaborate remotely with a squad of 4-6 testers in an Agile environment as well as with Developers and Business Analysts Maintain detailed and clear test plans and execution logs Implement current knowledge in home and motor Insurance, validating business workflows while identifying and tracking issues using accurate tools Requirements Minimum of 3 years' experience in end-to-end manual testing, including test execution and defect management Strong understanding of software testing methodologies, tools, and processes Hands-on experience with Azure DevOps for test and defect management Proficient in defect lifecycle management, re-testing, and regression testing Comfortable working with and validating XML data, files, and responses Solid grasp of SDLC and Agile/Scrum frameworks Ability to work effectively in a remote team environment Desirable: Experience in General Insurance, particularly Home or Motor Insurance ISTQB or equivalent certification Experience with test automation tools (even if not the primary focus) Familiarity with API testing and data validation tools Why join us Career coaching, mentoring and access to upskilling throughout your entire FDM career Assignments with global companies and opportunities to work abroad Opportunity to re-skill and up-skill into new areas, develop non-linear career paths and build a skillset within your field Annual leave and work-place pension About FDM We are a business and technology consultancy and one of the UK's leading employers, recruiting the brightest talent to become the innovators of tomorrow. We have centres across Europe, North America and Asia-Pacific, and a global workforce of over 2,500 Employees. FDM has shown exponential growth throughout the years, firmly establishing itself as an award-winning employer and is listed on the FTSE4Good Index. Diversity and Inclusion FDM Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, provincial or local laws.

Automation Engineer 6 Month Contract Glasgow £500-600 p/day We're looking for an experienced Automation Engineer to join a major financial client on a contract basis. This role focuses on the development side of automation , building robust frameworks and tooling that streamline post-code release processes and enhance software delivery. Location: Glasgow (5 days onsite) Contract: 6 Months (IIR35) Rate: £500-600 p/day Start date: ASAP Key Responsibilities: Design, build, and maintain automation solutions in Java & Spring Boot Focus on post-release automation to improve deployment and delivery Collaborate closely with developers and testers to optimise release processes Ensure frameworks are scalable, maintainable, and performant Key Skills: Strong hands-on coding experience in Java (essential) Proficiency with Spring Boot Solid background in automation within software engineering environments Ability to develop tools that support and improve release cycles Strong problem-solving mindset and collaboration skills Experience in financial services is essential If this sounds like you, apply now for immediate consideration. Candidates will be required to go through background checks before commencing contract. Must be eligible to live and work in the specified work location . Some occasional travel maybe required. Only successful candidates will be contacted. EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES Our client is committed to equal opportunities and actively seeks applications from all sectors of the community irrespective of sex, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, having responsibility for dependents, age, religion/beliefs, or any other reason which cannot be shown to be justified Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.