Software Tester
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Position Overview & Specifications
About the role:
This role is for a software tester who would like to join a fast-growing technology company aiming to take a lead role in developing modern cutting-edge web and mobile applications. We are looking for someone who pays attention to details and ambitious to develop further.
It is a full time role offering flexibility to work on-site and from home on certain days. You must be in the UK and eligible to work.
Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement, and document test plans for software systems.
- Create top notch merits and validation methods.
- Recommend best practices pretaining software or system efficiency.
- Perform Functional Testing such as Regression testing, and System Testing.
- Test the the inconsistencies, identify the trouble, identifies sources of problems, and advise the solutions in software and systems.
- Examines IT systems for potential threats to their security and integrity.
- Conduct critical reviews of functional requirements
- Ensure that software requirements are well-understood and acceptance criteria is defined
- Support in the resolution of bugs in a software.
- Ensure agreed processes for software testing and development are being followed
Skills & Experience:
- Degree in Computer Science or related subject
- Good experience in system testing
- Good experience in software security testing
- Good analytical skills for quality assurance
- Solid understanding of security best practices
- Implementing automated testing platforms and unit tests
- Experience software testing in an Agile environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £25,000.00-£28,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Flexitime
- Referral programme
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Performance bonus
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Slough: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:
- Software testing: 2 years (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Slough
Application deadline: 19/02/2023
Reference ID: SB -ST-001
Expected start date: 15/03/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Software Tester roles across Sharp Brains's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £25,000 - £28,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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