Software Engineer in Test (SEiT)

☞ Farnell Global

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Update day: 07-05-2024

Location: Leeds Yorkshire and the Humber

Category: High Technology Mechanical / Technical Electrical / Electronics IT - Software

Industry: Information Technology Services Consumer Goods Financial Services

Position: Entry level

Job type: Contract

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An exciting opportunity to join our busy GIS teamhas become available! We are recruiting an experienced Software Engineer in Test (SEiT),based in Leeds, West Yorkshire. This is a Full time position, on a Permanent contract. The candidate will report to the Senior Test Manager, The role acts as a quality champion and empowers teams to create highly performant and secure systems. They will act entrepreneurially to try unhappy paths and edge cases in performance/security testing to create a highly resilient system. They will leverage a combination of automated/ manual testing to efficiently cover the system’s functionality without compromising quality.

The role is responsible for more than just testing the software. The successful candidate must be comfortable working in a constantly changing work environment and be fully dedicated to an “automate everything” principle

Our team pride themselves on the products and services they offer to the customer regardless of the function, that’s why we are recruiting an enthusiastic, results driven individual, team player, to join our team in an ever changing technology focussed industry.

Duties And Responsibilities
  • Ensure every feature developed by the team is tested
  • Blends automated/ manual testing to efficiently cover the system’s functionality without compromising quality
  • Feeds the team with detailed information on any defects found, and help the Scrum master and Product Owner to prioritise defects
  • Strives to automate and maintain comprehensive test suites with a continuous improvement mindset
  • Works with the IT and operations to run tests in production environments after deployment to ensure quality
  • Knows the product vision and works closely with the designers and the Product Owner to translate their vision into tests
  • Partners with development teams to identify key areas of risk in new solutions
  • Stays updated with industry best practices and standards on testing
  • Actively participate in scrum ceremonies as needed to provide clarifications and problem solve with the team


Essential

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
  • Significant experience as an exploratory/ hands-on tester with multiple platforms and testing techniques
  • Skilled at finding hidden requirements, edge cases, and a “desire to break” attitude
  • Experience implementing automated end-to-end tests, experience with frameworks and tools such as BDD, Selenium and the ability to code in Java (Or other programming languages)
  • Ability to develop integration, performance, and load bearing tests
  • Strong understanding of Agile methodologies
  • Strong communication skills with ability to communicate complex technical concepts and align organization on decisions
  • Sound problem-solving skills with the ability to quickly process complex information and present it clearly and simply
  • Utilizes team collaboration to create innovative solutions efficiently
  • Passionate about technology and excited about the impact of emerging / disruptive technologies

Desirable
  • Experience as a tester on a cross-functional agile team preferred

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?
In addition to competitive salary and benefits package, and when employees are able to work in the office we also offer other benefits such as FREE Onsite Gym, FREE Onsite Parking, FREE Fruit, and more, such as Cycle to work Scheme, and the ability to buy additional annual leave.

WHAT NEXT?
Please click on the link to Apply, your CV will be reviewed within 7 days and if successful in the shortlisting process, we will contact you directly. If you have questions, please feel free to contact us on hrnow.emea@avnet.com

MORE ABOUT US!

Phoenix based Avnet, Inc., one of the world’s largest distributors of electronic components, computer products and embedded systems. A Fortune 500 company, Avnet employs around 16,000 people worldwide and generates a revenue of $19.5 billion through sales in more than 70 countries. Visit Avnet’s website: www.avnet.com

Farnell as part of the Avnet group of companies, has over 80 years in high-service electronics components distribution, Farnell’s global businesses distribute a comprehensive portfolio of products globally. Our team are working with the largest manufacturers designing and manufacturing development kits and boards, providing customers of all sizes with experience which can be applied at any stage to accelerate time to market – from research and design support, to prototype and test right through to production services.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Farnell is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law

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Deadline: 21-06-2024

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