Software Test Engineer

Job Overview

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We are actively recruiting a Software Test Engineer to help us on our mission of striving to make investing easier for all. You will carry out testing across a wide range of processes and systems – UI, API, back office (workflow) processes, 3rd party systems and integrations between all of these systems including end to end testing. You will be able to deliver tested, resilient and performant code against a fast paced environment. Your role will be pivotal in helping us achieve our mission by developing, shaping and iterating our customer applications.

You will be working on a product that will help shape the way that people invest in order to secure their future financial wellbeing. Working in a highly focused application development team you will be responsible for delivering against key company goals not just a set of features. You will have the opportunity to impact and shape the way we build products.

Working in a small agile team will allow you to be both nimble whilst at the same time delivering value to the business. Our focus is on individuals and delivery rather than ceremonies and complex process.

Main responsibilities:

Carry out testing across a wide range of processes and systems – including UI, API, back office (workflow) processes, 3rd party systems and integrations between all of these systems including end to end testingUnderstand and interpret business, functional and technical requirementsUnderstand AJ Bell products and processes, and relevant Financial Services legislationHave input into how solutions are developed and delivered using knowledge and expertise to help deliver the best possible outcome for the customerExecute test scripts and record results using software testing tools (JIRA/XRAY)Raising bugs in a timely manner with sufficient detail to be fixed/reproducedWorking alongside Technical Leads and Testers from Project inception to create and implement appropriate test automation approach to complement the manual testing and overall project deliveries.Being involved in exciting new research projects and proof of conceptsSupporting User Acceptance Testing and release to ProductionKnowledge of Agile working practices and ability to apply its practice

About you:

The below are the skills and tools that we use but we don’t expect you to have knowledge of everything, more a desire to learn and adopt these.

Full understanding of the testing lifecycle & methodologiesCreate and design automated test scripts using the BDD methodologyMaintain and enhance the existing automation frameworksCarry out exploratory testing within an Agile development environmentDevelop test tools, and extend test frameworks and test environmentsProven experience testing APIs using integration toolsKnowledge of Cypress, Gherkin, Page Object Model, PactumJS, TypeScriptTechnical understanding of processes under test and relevant related processes and the ability to test componentsAn understanding of test automation concepts and their applicationExperience in CI / CD using tools such as Jenkins, Git, AWS CodePipelineTake an automation-first approach to test execution where possibleMeticulous attention to detailExcellent communication skills and ability to communicate effectively with those in a technical role (e.g. developers) in addition to user

About us:

AJ Bell is one of the fastest-growing investment platform businesses in the UK offering an award-winning range of solutions that caters for everyone, from professional financial advisers to DIY investors with little to no experience. We have over 593,000 customers using our award-winning platform propositions to manage assets totalling more than £90.4 billion. Our customers trust us with their investments, and by continuously striving to make investing easier, we aim to help even more people take control of their financial futures.

Having listed on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange in December 2018, AJ Bell is now a FTSE 250 company.

Headquartered in Manchester with offices in central London and Bristol, we now have over 1500 employees and have been named one of the Sunday Times ‘Best 100 Companies to Work For’ for six consecutive years.

There are opportunities for growth and professional development for employees wanting to progress within their career including induction training and our study support scheme which is part of our benefits package.

There is an active programme of social events throughout the year, which are open to all employees.

What we offer:

£35,000 – £45,000 starting salary (DOE)Starting holiday entitlement of 25 days, increasing up to 31 days with length of service and a holiday buy and sell schemeA choice of pension schemes with matched contributions up to 6%Discretionary bonus schemeAnnual free share awards schemeBuy As You Earn (BAYE) SchemeHealth Cash Plan – provided by SimplyHealthDiscounted private healthcare scheme and dental planFree on-site gym providing a wide range of free classesEmployee Assistance ProgrammeBike loan schemeSick pay+ pledgeEnhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leaveDiscounted nursery fees at Kids Planet on Exchange QuayLoans for travel season ticketsDeath in service schemePaid time off for volunteer workCharitable giving opportunities through salary sacrificeCalendar of social events, including monthly payday drinks, annual Christmas party, summer party and much moreParking at Exchange Quay (Subject to availability)Personal development programmes built around you and your career goals, including access to personal skills workshopsOngoing technical trainingProfessional qualification supportTalent development programmesPeer recognition scheme, with rewards including restaurant and shopping vouchers or time offMonthly leadership breakfasts and lunchesCasual dress codeAccess to a range of benefits from our sponsorship deals

Hybrid working:

At AJ Bell, our people are the heart of our culture. We believe in building strong connections by working together. That’s why we offer a hybrid working model, where you’ll spend a minimum of 50% of your working time per month in the office. For new team members, an initial period will be full-time in the office to help you immerse yourself in our business and build valuable relationships with your colleagues.

AJ Bell is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and all employees are empowered to bring their whole self to work.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, religion, physical and mental disability, marital status and any other characteristics protected by the Equality Act 2010. All decisions to hire are based on qualifications, merit and business need.

If you like the sound of the above, or just want to know more about the company and the role, we’d love to speak to you.