Software Tester - £35,000 - Become more technical

Software Tester

Permanent

Cheltenham

The role is predominantly manual Web testing but does also encompass aspects of Test Automation. This is your chance to join a company that will nurture and teach you to become a more technical tester through development of the true test fundamentals, as well as learning more about Automation, non-functional testing and more!

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure that products meet design specifications and perform as required.
• Identify and clearly record defects on a central database.
• Create, maintain and follow test cases based on product specifications.
• Record 'Test Runs' to provide evidence of product maturity and test coverage.
• Create or Maintain release notes / documentation relating to the products being tested.
• Suggest and record product enhancements which could be incorporated into future releases.
• Identify new opportunities to improve test quality and coverage.
• To identify automated testing opportunities.
• To participate, as required, in the company's Quality program.

Previous Experience / Training:

• Previous experience within an IT environment working with Microsoft Windows Platforms.
• Recent Software Testing Experience Installation & configuration of Windows operating systems (Server & Client) and associated software.
• Configuring PC's to run on networked environments.
• Software Testing / Evaluation.
• Using VMware in a test environment.
• Using Automation to achieve test.
• Performance testing \ benchmarking.
• Following, modifying and creating accurate Test Cases.
• Skills / Knowledge: Interpret and follow product specifications to ensure stakeholder expectations are met.
• Ability to write clear, well-structured reports and Technical documents.
• Understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and associated test methodologies.
• Comfortable working with Hardware Products including wiring of electronic interfaces Knowledge of PC Hardware and peripherals, ability to connect and configure hardware devices.

(Desirable) Experience of Database/client Software (E.g. MS SQL Server).

(Desirable) Knowledge of Access Control or Security Products.

(Desirable) Network Security / Cryptography

What's in it for you?

• Competitive Salary with regular review
• Free parking
• Subsidised canteen
• Private pension scheme
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Flexible working hours
• Private healthcare
• And much, much more!

Apply immediately for your chance to be considered!