Quality Assurance Specialist

Liverpool FULL TIME £30,000 - £45,000 / Year
(£2,500 - £3,750 / Month)

Job Description

We are seeking a Quality Assurance Specialist to join our dynamic Liverpool team. The ideal candidate will have a comprehensive understanding of software quality assurance processes, including manual and automated testing techniques to ensure software products meet the highest standards.

Responsibilities

  • Lead testing efforts on software solutions to ensure high-quality releases.
  • Review requirements and specifications to understand testing needs.
  • Automate test cases where applicable to improve efficiency.
  • Report on QA metrics and testing progress to management.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure requirements are understood and met.
  • Conduct exploratory testing to identify potential defects.
  • Provide feedback on user experience and usability of applications.
  • Document testing outcomes and maintain a thorough testing archive.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in relevant field
  • Master's degree is an advantage
Experience
  • 5+ years of experience in software quality assurance
Technical Skills
  • API Testing
  • Version Control Systems
Soft Skills
  • Problem-solving
  • Teamwork
Certifications
  • Certified Software Tester (CSTE)
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Experience with load testing: Knowledge of load testing strategies to evaluate application performance.
  • Familiarity with DevOps practices: Understanding of DevOps principles and CI/CD pipelines.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance package
  • Retirement savings plan with employer contributions
  • Work-life balance initiatives
  • Access to wellness programs and resources

Company Culture

  • Diversity and Inclusion: We celebrate diversity and ensure an inclusive workplace where every voice is valued.
  • Work-Life Balance: We promote a healthy work-life balance to support employee well-being.
  • Employee Recognition: We value and recognise the contributions of our employees regularly.
Status: Closed