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Job Title: Manual QA Tester (with Automation Exposure) Contract Length: 4 Months Start Date: January Day Rate: 190/day (Outside IR35) Location: Milton Keynes We are looking for a Manual QA Tester to join on a 4-month contract starting in January. The role will be primarily focused on manual testing across web and mobile applications , with some involvement in test automation where appropriate. Key Responsibilities Perform manual testing of web and mobile applications across different devices and browsers. Create, execute, and maintain test cases, test plans, and test scenarios. Identify, log, and track defects, working closely with developers to ensure timely resolution. Support regression, functional, UAT, and exploratory testing activities. Assist with basic automation testing and contribute to improving test coverage where possible. Collaborate with product and development teams to ensure quality throughout the delivery lifecycle. Required Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Manual QA Tester. Strong experience testing web-based and mobile applications (iOS/Android). Solid understanding of QA methodologies and testing best practices. Experience writing clear test cases and defect reports. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, agile environment. Nice to Have Exposure to test automation tools or frameworks (e.g. Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, Appium). Experience working in Agile/Scrum teams.

Job Description: Trainee Software Tester Location: Meriden, Coventry Salary: 25,000 per annum Monday to Friday 9am to 5:30pm (fully office based) The Opportunity Pertemps 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 environments Familiarity with test management or bug tracking tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail) Desirable Attributes: 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 Interest in performance or non-functional testing A proactive approach to learning and improving testing practices If you are looking for an opportunity which involves training and development as a Trainee 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.

Senior QA Engineer FULLY REMOTE 43k - 53k Applicants must have full UK working rights, as sponsorship is not available for this role. I am recruiting for a Senior QA Engineer to work fully remotely in the UK on behalf of my US based software house who provide software solutions within both the telecoms and financial services arena. As a Senior QA Engineer you will need to have a working background in either financial services or telecoms and be experienced in software API testing. As a Senior QA Engineer you will need to have experience and will join a global team of 16 within the engineering team to maintain high quality Applications and SDKs. Are you a Senior QA Engineer you will join a fast paced, dynamic work environment with the personal connection and flexibility of working for a global company with headquarters located in Silicon Valley. Senior QA Engineer Benefits: 25 days holiday Contributory Pension Life Assurance Stock Options Senior QA Engineer Responsibilities: Responsible for manual and automated test design, execution, and reporting. Analyse functional requirements including use cases and creating associated test plans. Maintain and expand the existing automation test framework, write and implement automation scripts in Python. Perform tests for backwards compatibility, as well as positive and negative testing Reporting and Verification of defects. Contribute feedback to engineering regarding quality and testability considerations Senior QA Engineer Qualifications: Good software quality assurance experience with multiple programming technologies, including Java, Json, XML/XSLT/WSDL, Web Service Ideally have experience as an API/SDK tester Need to have Python automation experience Linux must have - Not just someone that test webapps or web pages must have linux and know how to do the back end items Financial industry would be advantage or Telecom experience 2 to 3 year software quality assurance with multiple programming Work experience using a scripting language is a must Experience working in a Linux development environment Troubleshooting skills in both black-box and white-box testing Must be able to understand requirements and design the test plans Knowledge of authorisation and authentication frameworks. Good experience in test automation. Knowledge of commerce, financial or payment applications is preferred Knowledge of source control and bug tracking tools Highly team oriented, collaborative and flexible Ideally have BS in Computer Science or related subject area Knowledge of applications deployed in cloud environments Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.

Quality Assurance Automation Engineer - Selenium, SpecFlow, C# Ensure software products have automated test packs and scripts for frequent, reliable testing to meet functional and non-functional requirements. Key Responsibilities: Automation & Platforms: Design, implement, and maintain automated testing frameworks and scripts. Test Strategy: Develop test plans covering functional, integration, and user acceptance testing. Execution & Reporting: Perform tests, monitor progress, and provide timely feedback. Continuous Improvement: Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance automation and deployment practices. Compliance: Adhere to QA standards, governance, and mandatory training. Skills & Experience: Strong knowledge of manual and automated testing methods. Experience with web, desktop, and mobile application testing. Proficiency in automation tools (e.g., Selenium, SpecFlow, C#). ISTQB Foundation (or equivalent). Ability to work in Agile/Scrum teams and coach others in automation practices. In accordance with the Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, this position is advertised based upon DGH Recruitment Limited having first sought approval of its client to find candidates for this position. DGH Recruitment Limited acts as both an Employment Agency and Employment Business

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.

Penetration Tester - Leading Managed Services Provider Remote based. Salary: Up to 60k, depending on experience. A leading Managed Services Provider are seeking to recruit a technically skilled Cyber Security / Penetration Tester. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established organisation delivering high-quality security services to enterprise clients across the UK. As a Penetration Tester, you will be responsible for conducting manual penetration testing across both application and infrastructure layers. You will contribute to secure build reviews, advise on secure design practices, and provide technical insight to both internal teams and clients. Key Responsibilities Perform manual penetration testing of web applications and infrastructure Conduct security build reviews across common operating systems (Windows, Redhat, Solaris) Analyse and harden database environments in line with security best practices Review and advise on web server design and implementation Produce clear and concise technical reports for a range of stakeholders Collaborate with internal teams and clients to support remediation and secure development Required Skills and Experience Proven experience in manual penetration testing (application and infrastructure) Strong understanding of TCP/IP and core networking principles Extensive experience testing web-based applications Familiarity with secure configuration and build reviews across major operating systems Comfortable programming in one or more languages (e.g. Python, Java, C#, Bash) Deep knowledge of database security and hardening techniques Solid technical understanding of web application architecture and server implementation Ideally you'll be working towards CREST Certified Web Application Tester or CREST Certified Infrastructure Tester or equivalent. If you are a technically driven Penetration Tester seeking a new challenge within a respected Managed Services Provider, we would be pleased to hear from you. Remote based. Paying up to 60k, depending on experience. Must be eligible for SC Clearance.

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.

Penetration Tester (SC Cleared) Location: Wokingham - Hybrid working (50/50 split) Contract Duration: Until 26/12/2025 initially - with a view to extend Daily Rate: £525/day Inside IR35 - Candidates will need to work through an Umbrella Company Clearance Required: Active SC Clearance We are looking for an experienced Penetration Tester to join a cybersecurity team. This role offers the opportunity to work on a hybrid basis, engaging in high-impact security assessments across various platforms and environments. Key Responsibilities: Conduct manual and automated penetration tests on web applications, networks, APIs, and mobile platforms Identify, exploit, and document vulnerabilities, delivering detailed risk assessments Design and execute red team exercises and threat simulations Work closely with development and infrastructure teams to remediate findings Produce comprehensive reports highlighting risks, impacts, and mitigation strategies Stay up to date on emerging threats, tools, and techniques Support internal security awareness training and initiatives Contribute to the development of security policies and best practices Required Skills & Experience: Strong background in penetration testing, ethical hacking, or red teaming Deep knowledge of OWASP Top 10, MITRE ATT&CK, and CVSS scoring systems Proficiency with tools such as Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nmap, Wireshark, and Kali Linux Scripting experience with Python, Bash, or PowerShell Understanding of network protocols, operating systems, and cloud platforms Certifications such as OSCP , CEH , GPEN , or CRTP (highly desirable) Excellent analytical, communication, and reporting skills If you are interested and looking for your next role, please apply with a copy of your CV

Penetration Tester - HIRING ASAP Start date: ASAP Duration: Till end of December 2025 with an extension thereafter Location: 2-3 days in Wokingham, 2-3 days remote working. Rate: £459 per day inside ir35 Responsibilities Conduct manual and automated penetration tests on web applications, networks, APIs, and mobile platforms. Identify, exploit, and document security vulnerabilities with detailed risk assessments. Develop and execute red team exercises and threat simulations. Collaborate with development and infrastructure teams to remediate findings. Prepare comprehensive reports outlining findings, impact, and mitigation strategies. Stay current with latest attack vectors, tools, and security trends. Assist in security awareness training and internal education efforts. Contribute to security policies and best practices development. Key Skills Proven experience in penetration testing, ethical hacking, or red teaming. Strong understanding of OWASP Top 10, MITRE ATT&CK, and CVSS scoring. Proficiency with tools like Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nmap, Wireshark, Kali Linux. Familiarity with Scripting languages (Python, Bash, PowerShell). Knowledge of network protocols, operating systems, and cloud environments. Relevant certifications (eg, OSCP, CEH, GPEN, CRTP) are highly desirable. Excellent analytical, communication, and report-writing skills