Software QA Engineer
hace 3 días
Bradford
Job Title: Software QA Engineer Location: Bradford BD3 7DL, United Kingdom Employment Type: Contractor (with potential for permanent onboarding after 6 months) Work Schedule: Full-time, 5 days in the office Job Summary We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Software QA Engineer with hands-on experience in software testing. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience in software quality assurance, with a preference for those who have worked in the retail industry. This role requires working on-site at our UK location, collaborating with **vendors, customers, project and program managers, and the QA manager The QA Engineer will be responsible for both manual testing and supporting test automation (if applicable). The role involves working in an Agile environment, ensuring the highest software quality standards, managing defects, and improving testing processes. Strong communication and basic management skills are required to coordinate effectively with internal teams and external partners. Key Responsibilities • Design, develop, and execute test plans and test cases based on software requirements., • Identify, document, and track software defects using industry-standard tools., • Assist in maintaining test environments, test data, and testing tools., • Support test automation efforts where applicable (automation experience is an advantage but not a must)., • Perform API testing, database validation, and ensure compliance with best testing practices., • Communicate test progress, results, and risks to project stakeholders and management., • Ensure adherence to QA processes, industry standards, and company best practices. Required Qualifications & Skills • 3+ years of hands-on experience** in Software Quality Assurance., • Strong defect management, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis skills., • Cloud experience (AWS, Azure, GCP) is an advantage** but not mandatory., • Basic management skills, including coordination with multiple stakeholders., • Excellent communication skills** to work effectively with vendors, customers, and internal teams. Preferred Qualifications • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices in testing.