Software Engineer in Test

Job description
We’re the fastest growing electrical wholesaler in the UK, France, Germany, the Netherlands and Luxembourg with over +5 stores nationwide in the UK and many more overseas and have been established in Europe for almost 50 years. Each branch has a helpful knowledgeable team, with their own delivery drivers.

YESSS offer a full range of support services including EV & Renewables, Industrial, Security and Lighting, with each division having a team of specialists within their industry. Can we support your business? YESSS we can!

About the Job

We are looking for a Software Engineer in Test for an excellent permanent opportunity in Normanton. This is a key position within the Software Development Team and as such requires a highly motivated individual with a desire to succeed within a team environment.

This role requires excellent interpersonal skills, an enquiring mindset, good communication skills (both written and verbal), a very keen eye for detail and a solid background in building test frameworks from scratch. As part of the team you will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered to a high degree of quality, meeting and sometimes exceeding the agreed scope. We aim for our software to be as close to bug free as possible and you will be a key player in helping the department achieve this. The role offers an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to develop their skills and grow with the business.

Responsibilities include:
• Creation of automation frameworks to make testing our in-house applications and APIs simpler and more reliable.
• Test design and development, ensuring each application/API is well tested from a coverage and completeness perspective.
• Design and write complex testing software.
• Generate test data programmatically.
• Supporting with the development of CI/CD pipelines.
• Creation of test frameworks to test performance, load and security.
• Debugging scripts and identifying system flaws and working with engineers to change the code.
• Write code to improve the overall testability of the software.
• Work closely with our engineering tests to fix coding issues.
• Execute test cases (manual or automated) and analyse results.
• Create logs to document testing phases and defects.
• Help troubleshoot issues.
• Conduct post-release/ post-implementation testing.
• Work with cross-functional teams to ensure quality throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Partake in regular updates with the Software Development Manager.
• Work closely with the Software Development Manager to ensure releases meet the company quality standards.

Essential Skills required:
• Detailed knowledge of testing methodologies.
• Proven troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent customer relationship skills.
• Organisational, time management and communication skills.
• Motivated individual with initiative and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritise issues and adapt to an ever-changing workload.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent documentation skills and attention to detail.
• Experience in a similar role with a good understanding of ERP systems.
• Full UK driving license.
• Customer focused attitude.
• Taking ideas through to implementation.
• Willing to go above and beyond.

Technical Skills Required

Essential
• Proficiency in programming/designing in C#.
• Proficiency in programming/designing in JavaScript.
• Proven experience as a Quality Assurance Tester or similar role.
• Experience in project management and QA methodology.
• Familiarity with Agile frameworks and regression testing.
• Ability to document and troubleshoot errors.
• Working knowledge of automated test management software.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
• Analytical mind and problem-solving aptitude.
• Strong organizational skills.

Desirable
• SQL experience.
• Experience introducing automated UI testing to a team.
• Experience within a small/medium IT team.
• Experience with Jira project management software.
• BSc/BA in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field or have substantial demonstrable experience.

This is fantastic opportunity to further your career working with a leading and energetic organisation that's part of a very successful European business.