Systems Test Engineer at Flowbird UK

System Test Engineer at Flowbird UK

About Flowbird:

Flowbird has a presence in over 4,000 cities and towns, in 55 countries worldwide, delivering world-class innovative, intelligent transportation and parking solutions for cities on the move.

We employ over 1,000 people – all committed to creating and delivering effective, high quality, urban mobility and parking systems. Our technical and engineering expertise ensures our market leadership introducing new and emerging payment technologies and underpins our innovative products and services.

We have a wide and established global customer base including transit scheme owners, local authorities, transport and parking operators. They rely on Flowbird to provide effective solutions which enhance efficiency and deliver a significant return on investment.

Flowbird, globally and in the UK, are rapidly expanding to ensure we manage an increasing market share of a rapidly expanding urban mobility industry sector.

Location:

Flowbird’s UK headquarters in Poole are located 150 m from the edge of Europe's largest natural harbour; It is a mecca for water sport lovers. Stunning beaches. Bustling quayside offering excellent shopping and waterside dining. Nestled between Bournemouth and the Jurassic Heritage Coast, plus less than an hour from the New Forest, Poole is the perfect career base. 

Role: 

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 role holder will have excellent manual testing skills to perform system, 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 scenarios, test cases and test plans, combined with great communication skills to provide feedback to the test/project/development teams.

Core Responsibilities:

• Static testing of project/test documents/requirements
• Writing test scenarios and preparing test cases
• Deploying systems for test execution
• Executing test cases
• Ensuring that Flowbird’s testing standards are adhered to throughout the testing process
• Prepares test plans, test status reports and test outcome reports
• 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 customer centric approach
   

Required Experience:

• The ideal candidate would have experience of software testing, tools and practices.
• Evidence of 2+ years of System Test roles/experience.
• Awareness of automated tests is beneficial but not essential.
• ISTQB Foundation certification (or equivalent)
• 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.
• Jira knowledge is advantageous but training is provided.
• Excellent fault finding and diagnostic skills

Reports To:

• Test Manager