Summary:
Working within a test team who are responsible for all aspects of testing on integrated systems, the test engineer will be required to work with development teams, design architects, product owners, project managers and sometimes the end users. Experience in V-Model and Agile test methodologies would be of benefit.
The primary focus will be on system testing, end to end and user-acceptance testing but exploratory, automated and component level testing are also highly valued. All of which will require a proficiency in the generation of test cases, script’s and possibly test plans, integration with software components and communication skills to provide feedback to the test/project/development teams.
The ability to comply with project deliverables and industry standards is highly valued.
Core Responsibilities:
Static testing of project/test documents/requirements
Writing test cases
Preparing test scripts
Deploying systems for test execution
Executing test cases
Providing feedback to the development/project delivery teams
Scheduling test activities
Maintain and manage test equipment/test environments
Maintain generic test documentation and offer guidance on any bespoke test documentation
Work with peers in Development, Program Management and Design teams
Contribute to a service minded and client-orientated approach
Required Experience:
The ideal candidate will have experience of software testing, tools and practices.
ISTQB Foundation certification (or equivalent in experience)
Desirable Experience:
Customer facing experience is desirable.
Experience of automated test is desirable.
ISEB Intermediate or ISTQB Advanced certification is desirable but not necessary
Any additional qualifications in computing, engineering, science or testing fields would be beneficial, e.g Network Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mathematics and Quality Assurance)
Core Skills:
MS Windows, MS Office
SQL experience
PC Literate - Very good knowledge of PCs, Windows and PC Networks
Working knowledge of networking and associated protocols
Knowledge of software development and test processes and best practices
Analytical problem solving and passion for quality together with excellent testing aptitude
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Good interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work in a demand-led environment showing both adaptability and problem solving skills
Must be prepared to work extra hours as required in order to achieve stakeholder satisfaction
Must strive for quality through meticulous testing and attention to detail
Passion for engineering and software testing
Knowledge/experience of config management would be advantageous
Knowledge of Testrail would be advantageous but training is provided
Team Foundation Server knowledge is advantageous but training is provided
Experience in using Sharepoint would be advantageous but training is provided
ABOUT FLOWBIRD:
Flowbird delivers solutions for smart cities on the move. Our Smart Transport solutions can be seen in world-class cities including London, Edinburgh, Paris, New York, Sydney, Rome, Brussels and Toronto. Flowbird is present in 4,000 towns and cities around the world. We employ over 1,000 people creating and delivering effective, high quality solutions for our clients.
Our market leadership is underpinned by a continuous drive to innovate and push the frontiers of what is possible in order to make our customers more successful. As a result, we are a thriving business that is investing strongly and building the team for both new opportunities and supporting existing ones.
Location:
Our UK headquarters is based in Poole on the Dorset coast with its bustling quay, some of the best beaches in the UK and a stunning natural harbour. There is easy access to the Dorset countryside, the New Forest and the spectacular Jurassic Coast. Our main office is 1 mile from Poole railway station with good public transport links and close to both Bournemouth and Southampton international airports.
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