Test Engineer

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The Opportunity

We are looking for an established software tester to work within an existing team of testers to help ensure the quality of internal parliamentary procedural applications alongside public facing websites and mobile applications.

Testers are embedded within a squad assigned to specific projects and work directly with developers to ensure strong test coverage and appropriate issues are raised. The role requires experience with a range of manual testing techniques and an enthusiasm to contribute to the automated suite of tests. We strive to have great working relationships with stakeholders to ensure we understand their requirements and have the procedural knowledge we need to hand.

This position has no line management responsibility, but we do work to share knowledge within the testing function and wider Software Engineering team, and you will be expected to contribute.

What You Need

ability to take stories and acceptance criteria to generate valid functional test cases to ensure good test coverage. You know how to identify defects and raise awareness of these with appropriate level of detail. Experience with cross browser and cross platform testing as well as APIs.

effective written and verbal communication and can present complex information. You are able to describe any defects to developers and are comfortable describing technical details to stakeholders when required.

excellent planning and organisational skills enable you to prioritise to meet deadlines and take full responsibility for quality and timescales of own work. You work within the deadlines and ensure that any risks are raised in a timely manner.

ability to work successfully within a team, whilst upholding the values of equality, diversity and inclusion. You use this knowledge to ensure that the applications and websites produced are tested appropriately to meet accessibility requirements.

you understand the needs of the customer and their different levels of skills and experience. You advocate for the user to help ensure that the applications are usable and contain appropriate messaging.

you must pass security clearance and have the right to work in the UK to join the team

About The Team

The Software Engineering function sits within the Parliamentary Digital Service. It is a multi-disciplinary function responsible for developing and supporting Parliament's bespoke digital products.

There are approximately 50 bespoke applications in the Software Engineering catalogue that underpin the running of the Houses of Parliament. We are responsible for their ongoing evolution, improvement, and maintenance.

About Us

UK Parliament is steeped in history and tradition. It is an important part of UK life and we need to ensure as many people as possible can engage with its work. This is why we are at the start of a huge transformation programme powered by technology. The Parliamentary Digital Service (PDS) works with the Houses of Commons and the House of Lords with all their IT and digital needs.

Our Package

Please refer to our Candidate Information Pack for a full list of our benefits which include:

up to 35 days annual leave in addition to bank holidays

generous maternity pay policy up to 6 months full pay

great pension scheme options (contributory and non-contributory)

on-site subsidised gym, nursery, catering, post office, travel office and GP

flexible options including hybrid working and family friendly policies

How To Apply

Please make sure you're clear on the requirements of the role. These can be found in the Job Description and Candidate Information Pack. You will need to upload a CV and show how you meet the first two criterion. Our application process is anonymous, so please remove any personal information from your CV.

Interviews: W/C Monday 13th June

Format: Panel Interview (Remote)

Closing date for applications: 5th June 2022 at 23:55

Our Culture

For our people, we provide an amazing opportunity to bring their talents to an institution that sits right at the heart of society in the UK. We are helping to change UK Parliament and strengthen democracy. What matters here is your potential for growth and your commitment to playing your part in our ongoing success.

We are passionate about providing an environment which promotes inclusion, diversity and equality. Regardless of your age, gender, ethnicity, beliefs or any of the other things that make you, you. We welcome applications from people who feel under-represented in the workforce. This includes those who may feel disadvantaged because of their socioeconomic circumstances.