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Job Title: Test Engineer (Hardware)

Location: Tunbridge Wells - Hybrid

About us:

VisionTrack is a multiple award-winning IOT, high-throughout / big data insurance telematics & video solution.

Role:

We are looking for a test engineer to join our development team in the validation and testing of the in-vehicle camera devices with our IoT platform. Reporting to our head of QA this role will focus on the user acceptance testing of the devices themselves and their operation when used in the full end to end solution.

This role will suit a methodical and analytical thinker and requires an ability to perform real-world in-vehicle and on the bench testing, compile concise and accurate formal test reports and to replicate, communicate and assist in the resolution of issues that are found as a result of this testing.

A full UK driving license is essential as this role will involve undertaking journeys with the devices fitted in order to validate the data accuracy as well as an ability to install and de-install the equipment to the vehicle.

Essential Skills:

Ability to install aftermarket equipment to vehicles for the purpose of testing

Ability to document test cases and results into formal reports

Ability to work as part of an Agile development team with developers, product owners and QA analysts

Ability to identify issues, raise and track through to resolution

A technical background with analytical thinking and practical hands on test experience

Experience in Web and device testing (from any sector)

Ability to bench test devices using typical electronic test equipment such as DMM, oscilloscopes and function generators

Full UK driving license

Excellent written and spoken English

Desired Skills:

Experience with Azure or any cloud platform solution

Experience in Telematics and testing of telematics device

Working knowledge of specific HW systems such as GPS, GSM, LTE, MCU’s and sensors that are common electronic components making up typical camera and telematics systems

Experience with regulatory approvals and compliance for consumer and automotive products

Experience with API testing and an understanding of API integration methods

Senior / Lead QA Engineer - Middlesbrough

Automation Testing / JavaScript / Cypress / SQL / Jira

Hybrid Remote in Middlesbrough - 1 day a month in the office.

Salary up to £55k.

5 years + experience needed

Interviews being held ASAP.

WHO ARE WE?

We are a Software House working on a variety of projects covering both hospitality and tech for good. We are looking for a Lead / Senior QA to join our tech team who will be working into the CTO (a former QA) and alongside on projects and will have 2 direct reports. All of our employees work extremely hard and share the same passion to do well, making for an excellent working environment with a strong culture of trust.

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?

We are looking for a confident and driven Lead / Senior QA Engineer who will hit the ground running in this position. We are looking for someone with a passion for software quality and the ability to help us grow. You’ll still be very hands on but will also be mentoring and leading 2 QA’s.

A key part of this role will be enforcing quality and dealing with defects. You will also be required to attending regular meetings. You will be involved in both manual and automation testing, as well as conducting Functional, Regression, UAT and End to End Testing.

The ideal candidate for this role will have excellent communication skills and will enjoy voicing their ideas!

WE NEED YOU TO HAVE

Experience writing Automation tests.

Previous experience in a Senior role.

Strong working knowledge of JavaScript & Cypress.

Experience with Functional, Regression, UAT and End to End Testing.

Working knowledge of project management tooling such as JIRA.

The ability to drive quality.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

TO BE CONSIDERED:

Please either apply through this advert or emailing me directly via . By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only.

KEY SKILLS

Automation Testing / JavaScript / Cypress / SQL / Agile

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Proactive Appointments

My client is looking for an expereineced Tester for the Test Execution for multiple Projects/Maintenance Cycles from Development through to Go-Live.

2 days per week on site - You must be commutable to the location specified below

You will work with all departments to ensure quality deliverables, building strong relationships between the business and IT delivering software through Agile methodology. From time to time you will be required to perform software tests, following best practice to ensure quality and correct documentation of test procedures in all areas of software testing.

You will be responsible for the development and implementation of documented test cases. Executing tests, preparing test reports, and working closely with relevant departments and stakeholders to report defects when required.

Key skills required

Proven track record in software test roles doing hands-on testing

Must have experience in Agile/Scrum models

Strong Testing experience with API, Cross Platform Testing, Cross Browser Testing, Web, Mobile and Tablet

Strong Testing Experience in Non-Functional testing

Experience of working with Test Management tools like JIRA, TFS, ALM

Familiar with C# .NET, HTML, SQL & Java

Good Experience of working with SQL and SQL Management Studio.

Excellent knowledge in Postman & SOAP UI for API Testing

Must be able to work closely with the BA & development teams

Strong attention to detail

Excellent English verbal and written communication skills

Beneficial skills/experience

Automation skills experience creating and maintaining automation frameworks and scripts in line with coding standards will be an added advantage

Demonstrated experience writing test scripts from scratch in C# .net will be an added advantage

Experience working with Selenium Webdriver

Previous work experience within the logistics industry

ISTQB Advance level Test Analyst or equivalent certification in software Testing

Benefits

Full private health insurance through healthcare partner

Group Life Insurance and Income Protection

BUPA Dental

23 days holiday, rising to 26 days per years’ service + all UK Bank Holidays

Holiday buy/sell scheme

Employer pension contributions up to 10%

AIG LifeWorks employee assistance programme (EAP) - 24/7 support for mental, financial, physical and emotional wellbeing

Work-life balance - flexible working and work from home

Professional development including learning and development, individual development plans, formal mentorship programs, professional tuition reimbursement

Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted.

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SDET - Playwright/TypeScript

SDET - Playwright/Typescript - sought by leading trading firm based in London - Contract -Hybrid

What You’ll Do:

Test Automation: Design, implement, and maintain automated test scripts using Playwright to ensure high-quality product delivery.

Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with software developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to deliver seamless, bug-free software.

Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for optimization and improvement in the testing processes and frameworks.

End-to-End Testing: Drive comprehensive end-to-end testing for our web-based applications and trading platforms.

What We’re Looking For:

Playwright Experience: Strong experience with Playwright for test automation, and familiarity with modern web technologies (JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML, CSS).

SDET Expertise: Proficiency in writing automated tests for web and mobile applications, with a solid understanding of testing methodologies.

Commodity Trading Knowledge: An understanding of the commodity trading industry is a plus, as it will enable you to grasp the domain-specific requirements quickly.

Technical Skills: Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git), CI/CD tools, and Agile methodologies.

Problem Solving: Strong analytical skills to diagnose issues and troubleshoot effectively.

Please apply within for further details - Matt Holmes, Harvey Nash

Lead QA Automation Engineer

Java

Shropshire (3 days per week)

£70-94K + Benefits

About:

Join a growing team as a Lead QA Automation Engineer working on innovative projects at the forefront of digital transformation. The Digital Transformation Centre specialises in modernising legacy systems into cloud-native solutions using Java and open-source technologies.

They embrace agile and DevOps principles to deliver high-quality applications and platforms. The tech stack includes Java, microservices, infrastructure-as-code, NoSQL databases, containerisation, JEE, Oracle, and cloud platforms like AWS and Azure.

Please note that you MUST be eligible for SC clearance and be able and willing to be onsite in Shropshire 3 days per week.

Your Role:

Reviewing and assessing requirements to ensure they are testable and clear.

Designing and developing test scripts, and preparing test data in collaboration with other teams.

Executing tests, documenting results, and verifying that identified issues have been resolved.

Communicating progress and risks clearly to the wider team, including the Product Owner.

Contributing to a supportive and inclusive team culture where knowledge sharing and continuous improvement are valued.

We believe in empowering our team members to grow and thrive. You’ll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies, learn from experienced colleagues, and make a meaningful impact on the solutions we deliver.

Your Skills & Experience:

Experience with API testing and tools such as Postman.

Familiarity with functional or system integration testing.

Hands-on experience with automated testing frameworks (e.g., Cucumber, JUnit).

Knowledge of stubbing tools like WireMock.

Understanding of non-functional testing, including load and performance testing.

Experience using tools like JIRA, Confluence, or other backlog/test management platforms.

Exposure to iterative or incremental software delivery practices.

Ability to maintain and execute automated testing cycles.

Familiarity with version control systems such as Git.

Understanding of Agile methodologies and ways of working.

Please note that you MUST be eligible for SC clearance and be able and willing to be onsite in Shropshire 3 days per week.

RSG Plc is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Senior Test Engineer - Lead

Access Computer Consulting Plc

I am recruiting for a Senior Test Engineer to be based in Leeds 3 days per week, 2 days remote.

The role falls inside IR35 so you will have to work through an umbrella company for the duration of the contract.

The Senior Test Engineer will have extensive Typescript and automation (functioning) experience.

The candidates must have demonstrable leadership skills in driving change and will have managed/led a team. Your team leading experience must be clearly visible on your profile.

Candidates will also have experience of non-functioning testing - either performance or accessibility.

You will have a number of years of experience in software testing, with a focus on manual testing and test automation.

You must be proficient in Typescript/Java, with the ability to write and maintain test automation scripts.

Experience in nodejs frameworks such as Playwright or Cypress or other nodejs automation frameworks in Javascript is essential.

Solid experience with Cucumber and BDD (Behaviour-Driven Development) practices.

Please apply ASAP to find out more.

Security Tester - CREST Accredited

Job Title: CREST Accredited Security Tester

6 Month Contract

Hybrid (Central London based)

£670 Per Day Inside IR35

**Overview:**Seeking a CREST-accredited Security Tester with strong penetration testing and vulnerability management expertise. Skilled in Tenable Nessus and experienced in managing third-party testing engagements, you’ll deliver high-impact security assurance across complex environments.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct internal penetration testing and security assessments across cloud and on-premise systems.

Scope, execute, and report on tests using CREST standards and Nessus.

Produce clear, high-quality scopes, proposals, and technical reports.

Provide SME guidance on threats, risks, and testing methodologies.

Manage and coordinate third-party CHECK/CREST testers.

Lead vulnerability management activities, validating remediation.

Contribute to testing frameworks, playbooks, and secure-by-design practices.

Research and assess emerging threats to enhance testing capability.

Skills & Experience:

CREST certification (CRT or equivalent).

Proven penetration testing and security assurance expertise.

Strong hands-on experience with Tenable Nessus.

Track record of managing third-party pen testing engagements.

Excellent communication and technical reporting skills.

Eames Consulting is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Senior Software Tester

The Bristol Port Company

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!

Automation Test Engineer

interAct Consulting Limited

We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive Automation Test Engineer who boasts experience with Python and Pytest to join our fantastic London based fintech client, working largely remote with monthly get togethers. This Automation Tester will be backend-focused, testing the server-side components, ensuring that the database (SQL), APIs, and business logic function correctly and efficiently. You will be expected to have:

Backend Automation testing skills with Python and Pytest.

Solid SQL skills and experience with relational databases.

Solid experience in automation testing using tools such as Selenium and Appium.

Batch processing experience.

Financial services / fintech experience.

If you’re passionate about testing, automation, and continuous learning, we would love to hear from you!

Cloud Quality Engineer

interAct Consulting Limited

Cloud Quality Engineer£63kPackage includes, 10% lifestyle allowance, 10% Pension, 30 days holiday, 12-14% BonusHybrid - Once a month in London We’re looking for a Cloud Quality Engineer who brings both hands-on automation experience and a deep curiosity for cloud technologies. You’ll work closely with engineering teams to define, build, and maintain the tools and systems needed to ensure quality across the SDLC - from test environments to release pipelines. You must be able to:

Build and manage scalable, automated test environments for cloud-native applications.

Develop tools and utilities to improve test coverage, execution, and reliability.

Design and implement automated test suites using Selenium, Appium, and Python.

Collaborate with DevOps and Engineering teams to integrate testing into CI/CD pipelines.

Familiarity with (or strong interest in learning) cloud-native tooling:

AWS (especially CloudWatch)

Artifact Management (e.g., Artifactory, CodeArtifact)

Infrastructure as Code with Terraform

Monitor test metrics, troubleshoot failures, and improve system observability and debuggability.

SDET-Java

Randstad Technologies

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**Job Title:**Quality Engineer SDET Java

Location: BurgessHill

**Type of employment:**Permanent

Responsibilities:

5-9 years of experience in Technology with an emphasis on QA and confirmed ability in writing test cases running functional automated or performance tests and managing defects

The candidate should have excellent soft skills strong technical ability with an extensive passion to learn with a growth mindset

Comfortable with modern datastores like postgres cassandra elasticsearch

Comfortable experienced with backend microservice automation specifically REST and asynchronous messaging services eg Kafka RabbitMQ etc

Demonstrable experience with Java as a programming Language

Comfortable experience within a Scrum framework working with as part of a team to deliver business functions and customer journeys that are tested and automated throughout the CICD pipeline to production

Proven ability in writing test cases running functional automated or performance tests and managing defects

Solid understanding of test driven development including unit component functional system integration and regression tests

Knowledge of software engineering methodology Agile incl Scrum Kanban SAFe TestDriven Development TDD Behavior Driven Development BDD and Waterfall

Knowledge of the following tools Cucumber Godog or other BDD tools Kubernetes Docker Rest Assured Rest or other REST API testing tools Wiremock Mountebank or other HTTP stubbing tools

Experienced in continuous integration CI continuous deployment CD and continuous testing CT including tools such as Jenkins Rally and or JIRA and version control such as GIT or SVN Responsibilities

Responsible for all testing activities aligned to the portfolio and collaborates with all stakeholders to achieve high quality deliverables

Collaborates with development teams and product teams to drive improvements in overall quality automation and testing processes and techniques

Implementing portfolio solutions for Automation and Testing and have a Devops mindset

Understand platforms and applications adhere to program test principles exception testing which pertains to global functionality keeping test suites lean

Fully understands the platform roadmap and quality priorities to proactively envision scalable resilient high performing solutions able to identify reusability at platform level and drive the tooling and overall delivery strategy to stay ahead of technology standards

Support the CICD capabilities for the portfolio works with enterprise teams to improve CICD capabilities and metrics at the portfolio enterprise level drives best practices and standards including root cause analysis

Setting and managing the product quality standards and metrics for platform collect maintain and report metrics at portfolio level Identify patterns gaps risk and opportunities from the metrics to drive innovation and improvement platform trend analysis

Works with team to identify project portfolio challenges and report escalate as needed Uphold standards in order to ensure quality customer experiences through seamless robust and resilient journeys cutting across platforms

Maintain a healthy and efficient CICD pipeline drive the strategy and the governance of automation and testing in a CICD environment ensure development pipeline standards

If you’re excited about the role we want to hear from you!

Please apply with a copy of your CV or send it to Prasanna com and let’s start the conversation!

Randstad Technologies Ltd is a leading specialist recruitment business for the IT & Engineering industries. Please note that due to a high level of applications, we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

QA Test Engineer - Bristol £45,000

I’m recruiting for a QA/Software Test Engineer to join my client based in the centre of Bristol.Due to the nature of the work, this is primarily a fully office-based role from their office in the city centre, with flexibility around core working hours . It’s a great fit for someone who thrives in a close knit, skilled QA team and enjoys being hands on in a collaborative, tech driven environment.This company operates at the cutting edge of smart, connected TV technology, offering the chance to work on exciting, innovative projects that have real world impact. You’ll be part of a passionate team of engineers and QA professionals, gain exposure to a variety of tools and processes, and contribute to products used by millions of people.You’ll be joining a team of 10 QAs, split across manual and automation, and will be primarily responsible for manual testing across both front-end and back-end systems that integrate into physical devices. This is a hands-on role involving a wide range of testing types. While the focus is currently on manual testing, there may be future opportunities to get involved in automation depending on your interests and the needs of the team.The company is open to candidates at different stages of their testing career, from early career testers through to more experienced test engineers. What’s most important is strong communication skills (you may occasionally be involved in client calls), a proactive attitude, and the ability to collaborate effectively within a team. Initiative, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn are key.Experience testing smart or connected devices would be a nice bonus, but it’s not essential.In return, you’ll receive a salary of up to £45,000, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, and a comprehensive benefits package including a company pension, life insurance, cycle to work scheme, and free eye care. You’ll also benefit from tailored training opportunities and a clear path for career progression.If this sounds like the kind of opportunity you’ve been looking for, please apply below to Sam Miller at SR2 at Socially Responsible Recruitment to find out more.

Quality Assurance Engineer

QA Engineer - Telecare Platform - London / Remote

3-Month Contract Up to £400/day Outside IR35****Hybrid - 1-2 Days Onsite (New Milton or Bracknell)

A pioneering health-tech organisation is seeking QA Engineer to support the migration and testing of a next-generation cloud-based telecare platform.

This is a unique opportunity to work on a life-safety critical system that integrates Node.js APIs with telephony, SIP protocols, and IoT hardware such as alarm pendants and smoke detectors. You’ll be embedded in a fast-paced development team, ensuring robust quality assurance across cloud services, authentication flows, and device interactions.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and execute automated and manual test suites for Node.js/Express APIs

Validate authentication/authorisation flows (JWT, RBAC) and SIP/telephony functionality

Perform regression testing across resident/device CRUD operations and QR code workflows

Ensure feature parity and performance benchmarks during cloud migration

Conduct load, failover, and resilience testing for high-availability systems

Collaborate with developers and product owners to define acceptance criteria

Maintain structured test documentation and defect reports

What You’ll Bring:

Proven experience testing Node.js/Express applications and REST APIs

Strong understanding of JWT-based auth flows and role-based access control

Familiarity with SIP protocols, VoIP testing, and telephony systems

Experience with Postman, Jest, Cypress, and other automation tools

Knowledge of cloud environments (AWS/Azure/GCP) and microservices testing

Excellent defect reporting and collaboration skills

Why Apply?

Work on a life-impacting platform with real-world safety implications

Be part of a collaborative, agile team delivering high-quality cloud services

Flexible hybrid setup with remote-first culture

Contact Shumon Miah at or call to find out more.

Software Quality Assurance Tester

Macildowie Recruitment and Retention

£35,000 - £45,000 + benefits and company bonus scheme

Onsite Knutsford

Permanent

Are you passionate about ensuring the quality of software and excited to be hands-on in a collaborative environment? We’re working with a growing technology business that is looking for a Software Quality Assurance Tester to join their close-knit team.

This is a fully onsite role in a modern, welcoming office environment - perfect for someone who thrives in a collaborative, team-based setting. If you’re seeking stability, professional growth, and the chance to be part of a business where quality really matters, this could be the right move for you.

What you’ll be doing:

Designing, developing, and executing test plans and scripts to ensure software performs as intended.

Identifying, documenting, and tracking bugs, working closely with developers to see issues through to resolution.

Carrying out regression testing to ensure fixes don’t impact existing functionality.

Collaborating across QA and development teams to continuously improve quality standards.

Testing APIs using tools like Postman and contributing to best practices in this space.

Providing feedback to enhance software usability and overall user experience.

What we’re looking for:

Previous experience in manual software testing or quality assurance roles.

Strong understanding of testing methodologies, test case design, and execution.

Experience using API testing tools (e.g., Postman).

Detail-oriented, with excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

A team player who enjoys working collaboratively in an office environment.

Any exposure to automation (or desire to develop into it) would be a huge plus.

Nice-to-have skills:

ISTQB certification or equivalent.

Familiarity with tools such as Selenium, Appium, or other automation frameworks.

Experience with Jira and Xray for managing test cases and executions.

Knowledge of Agile/Scrum development methodologies.

Why apply?

Career growth - while the role starts in manual testing, you’ll have the chance to learn and move into automation.

Brilliant working environment - modern offices designed for collaboration, not isolation.

Rewards - competitive salary (£35k-£45k), company bonus scheme, and a benefits package that supports your wellbeing and development.

Please put your home postcode on your CV when applying. Our recruitment tech uses this to make sure your CV is reviewed by the relevant consultant, for the relevant job(s), in the relevant geography.

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Test Engineer Manual, Automated - Edinburgh/Glasgow - 34K

Test Engineer (Manual and Automated) - Edinburgh or Glasgow (Hybrid) - 34K + 10% Bonus & more

Generous holidays, your birthday off, private healthcare, supported training, and great career progression

Lorien’s client, a key SaaS player providing big names with data solutions (to reduce headaches/costs), are looking for a Test Engineer to join their growing team on a permanent basis.

You’ll be based in either their Edinburgh or Glasgow office, working two days per week in the office and the rest from home.

Details are still coming through but as it stands here are the highlights:

What you’ll be doing:

50% manual testing and 50% automated testing

Working with core testing frameworks (developed in house)

Contributing to the design and execution of full end-to-end test suites

Collaborating closely with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to ensure high-quality delivery

Supporting continuous improvement of testing processes and practices

What they’re looking for:

Experience with Playwright or other JavaScript testing frameworks

Solid understanding of both manual and automated testing principles

Ability to plan, execute, and report on testing across the full software lifecycle

Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Bonus: Any exposure to AI testing would be a great advantage

What’s on offer:

Starting salary of up to £34,000 + 10% bonus and other great benefits such as:

Generous holiday allowance plus your birthday off

Private healthcare for you and your household

Ongoing, supported training and development, with career progression avenues

Collaborative, growing team environment

A great start in a growing, very successful firm currently going through technical evolution with version 2.0 of their platform due soon and delving further into areas such as Cloud, AI and more

If you’re a motivated Test Engineer looking to balance manual and automated testing while building your career in a supportive, growth-focused environment, we’d love to hear from you - Apply now with your latest CV for immediate consideration.

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Test Engineer

Rise Technical Recruitment

Commutable from: Northampton, Milton Keynes, Daventry, Banbury.

Up to 50,000 DOE + Company Benefits

Are you an experienced Test Engineer? This is your chance to join a small, collaborative team in a challenging and rewarding role, where your skills will directly support the successful introduction and ongoing testing of new products. You’ll work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment, with opportunities to improve processes and contribute to high-quality production outcomes.

On offer is an excellent opportunity to work for a company at the forefront of electronics manufacturing, with a focus on high-reliability systems. You will work within a small, close-knit team and be responsible for ensuring robust test processes, improving yield and efficiency, and supporting both engineering and production teams.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience in an electronics manufacturing environment, with expertise in production test procedures and debugging down to component level. You will be motivated to deliver high-quality, efficient solutions, thrive in a collaborative environment, and contribute to projects that have a real impact on operational performance and product quality.

The Role:

Provide hands-on support for testing and debugging, support with NPI projects, participate in continuous improvement activities, including Kaizen events.

Office-based role, 9:00am to 5:00pm Monday to Friday.

The Person:

Degree in Electronics or a related discipline

Experience in an electronics manufacturing environment, including production test and debugging to component level

Familiarity with technologies such as VME, PCI, VPX, PCIe, Ethernet, SATA, and 1553

Proficient with test software, including TestStand and JTAG

Ability to interpret engineering documentation (drawings etc)

Strong communication skills

Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed)

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click “Apply Now” or contact Sophie Fox at Rise Technical Recruitment

Rise Technical Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications, and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Senior Test Engineer (Automation) - Leeds

A government department client is looking for a Senior Test Engineer (Automation) to join them on a 12 month contract. This position will be in Leeds/hybrid.

Job Summary:

Our client are looking for Senior Test Engineers with extensive Typescript and automation (functioning) experience. The candidates must have demonstrable leadership skills in driving change and will have managed/ led a team. Also looking for candidates with non-functioning testing experience either performance or accessibility and cannot just ‘know’ it, they must have experience in one of them. This is not a pure automation role.

Skills Required:

Experience: couple of years of experience in software testing, with a focus on manual testing and test automation.

Typescript/Java: Proficient in Typescript/Java, with the ability to write and maintain test automation scripts.

Experience in node js frameworks such as Playwright or Cypress or other node js automation frameworks in Javascript.

Cucumber: Solid experience with Cucumber and BDD (Behaviour-Driven Development) practices.

Agile Methodologies: Proven experience working in Agile/Scrum environments, collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

CI/CD: Experience integrating performance tests into CI/CD pipelines, using tools like Jenkins, GitLab, or similar.

Non-functional skill- A good working knowledge of non-functional skills such as performance , accessibility & security.

Cloud skills & other tools: AWS, Grafana, Splunk.

Experience in working with MongoDB would be good but not essential.

Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex testing/ automation issues.

Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical issues to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

QA Test Engineer Python Automation

QA Test Engineer (Python API Automation) Cambridge to £50k

Do you have Python coding skills combined with Test Automation experience?

You could be joining a market leading tech company that’s remote access product is used by hundreds of millions of users worldwide, working on a modern tech stack, continually learning and progressing your career in a supportive team environment.

As a QA Test Engineer you will help to ensure the quality of the core technology platform; you’ll identify and prepare test cases, develop these scenarios with Python automated tests and expand the automated test framework with additional features to drive them. You will also investigate test failures, analyse and verify bug fixes and review code developed by other Test Engineers.

Initially you’ll focus on backend testing however, there’s a variety of project based work to get involved with including cloud based web technologies, backend APIs and desktop / mobile applications, using Python to code.

You’ll join a collaborative Agile team with lots of training and career development opportunities.

Location / WFH:

There’s a friendly and supportive team environment, you’ll join colleagues in the Cambridge office twice a month but can work from home most of the time.

About You:

You have Python coding skills and Test Automation experience

You have API testing experience

You have excellent written and verbal communication skills, are able to produce clear and concise bug reports and communicate with stakeholders

You have the aptitude and desire to learn, Computer Science degree would be great but not necessary if you have the right skills

It would be great if you also have a good knowledge of Networking, Full Stack Testing, Mobile Testing or Selenium - but you can pick up knowledge on the job

What’s in it for you:

As a QA Test Engineer you’ll earn a competitive package:

Subsidised gym membership and a range of other perks

Apply now to find out more about this QA Test Engineer (Python API Automation) opportunity.

At Client Server we believe in a diverse workplace that allows people to play to their strengths and continually learn. We’re an equal opportunities employer whose people come from all walks of life and will never discriminate based on race, colour, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The clients we work with share our values.

QA Analyst - Manchester

Are you curious, detail-oriented, and looking to kickstart your career in Quality Assurance? This is a fantastic opportunity for an aspiring QA professional to join a supportive, collaborative, and innovative fintech environment where your ideas matter, your growth is encouraged, and your wellbeing is prioritised.

The Role

As a QA Analyst, you’ll play an important part in ensuring the quality of our software products. Working closely with QA Analysts, Developers, and Business Analysts, you’ll help design and execute test cases, track defects, and support both manual and automated testing activities.

This is a hands-on role where you’ll build confidence in QA practices, gain exposure to Agile delivery, and grow your technical skills within a team that’s invested in your success.

What you’ll be doing

Collaborating with developers, QA analysts, and business analysts to understand requirements.

Designing and running test cases across functional, regression, and exploratory testing.

Logging and tracking defects, and supporting their resolution.

Keeping QA documentation accurate and up to date.

Participating in Agile ceremonies like sprint planning and retrospectives.

Developing knowledge of automation, CI/CD pipelines, and modern QA tools.

About you

You’re eager to build your career in QA and passionate about delivering high-quality digital solutions. You bring:

Curiosity, attention to detail, and strong communication skills.

A developing understanding of software testing and the delivery lifecycle.

A proactive, collaborative approach and a willingness to learn from feedback.

Interest in exploring automation and modern QA practices.

What’s in it for you?

We believe in rewarding our people with benefits that support both career and personal life, including:

Hybrid working - flexible balance of home and office.

23 days holiday (rising to 28 with service) bank holidays.

Extra days off for your birthday, wellbeing, charity work, and even your wedding.

Company pension scheme.

Interested? Please Click Apply Now! QA Analyst - Manchester

Senior SDET - Java & Appium 4-Day Week Hybrid Newcastle

A fast-moving, forward-thinking digital organisation is currently hiring for a Senior SDET to join their team. As a business they believe in doing things differently - from how they build their software to how they support their people. No legacy systems. No red tape. Just clean code, bold ideas, and a culture built on trust, autonomy, and innovation.

About the company:

Innovation-first mindset: They’re mobile-led, cloud-native, and automation-obsessed.

People-powered culture: They believe great tech starts with great teams.

4-day working week: Because life’s too short for burnout.

Hybrid flexibility: Work from home with a monthly office visit or more frequently from their collaborative hub.

**The role: Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)**You’ll be a key player in their agile delivery teams, leading the charge on test automation and quality engineering. This isn’t just about writing tests -it’s about shaping how they build, test, and release software across their digital platforms.

You’ll be:

Designing and evolving robust test automation frameworks using Java and Appium

Coaching and mentoring other testers and SDETs

Driving shift-left testing practices and embedding quality into every stage of delivery

Collaborating with engineers to build testable, scalable code

Leading initiatives to improve performance, reliability, and test coverage

Experience:

Strong hands-on experience with Java, Appium, and modern test tools (Postman, Selenium, GitLab)

A passion for automation across mobile, web, and backend services

Experience with BDD frameworks and Agile environments

A collaborative mindset and a drive to continuously improve

Salary and benefits:

£60k-£70k salary DOE

4-day work week

Flexible Hybrid working model

Up to 13% employer pension contribution

£200 annual personal development fund

22.5 days holiday + public holidays

Private medical, life insurance & critical illness cover

Electric vehicle scheme

**This is more than a job-it’s a chance to be part of something bold.**If you’re ready to lead with purpose, build with passion, and test with precision, please send your CV to Siobhan at Reed -

Software Development Engineer in Test SDET - Appium

Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) - Appium Up to £55,000 4-Day Work Week Hybrid Working Newcastle

Are you ready to join a forward-thinking tech organisation that’s reshaping how digital services are delivered? Our client is a mobile-first, innovation-led business operating at the cutting edge of fintech. They’re on a mission to simplify and modernise the way people interact with financial services and they’re looking for a talented SDET to help drive that transformation.

What You’ll Be Doing:

As part of a dynamic testing and delivery function, you’ll play a key role in building and maintaining automated testing frameworks across both functional and non-functional areas. You’ll work closely with engineers and delivery teams to embed automation into CI/CD pipelines, champion best practices, and support continuous testing across a range of platforms and services.

Your day-to-day will include:

Designing and implementing automated test suites using modern tools and frameworks

Supporting exploratory testing and contributing to test strategy

Collaborating with developers to promote shift-left testing and unit test coverage

Maintaining test environments and tooling

Coaching team members on automation techniques and quality standards

What You’ll Bring:

Strong experience in test automation within Agile environments

Hands-on with tools like Selenium, Appium, Postman, Jenkins, GitLab

Skilled in writing automation for unit, functional, performance, and contract testing

Solid understanding of testing methodologies and tools (e.g. Jira)

Comfortable working with SQL and NoSQL databases

Passion for emerging tech and continuous improvement

Experience testing across mobile, web, and microservices

What’s On Offer:

Competitive salary up to £55K

Flexible hybrid working model

4-day working week

Generous pension scheme (up to 13% employer contribution)

£200 annual personal development fund

22.5 days holiday + bank holidays

Private medical insurance, health cash plan & life cover

Access to an electric vehicle scheme

If you’re ready to lead with purpose, build with passion, and test with precision, please send your CV to Siobhan at Reed -

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