Software Tester

EMBS Engineering
Oxford, United Kingdom
Last week
Posted
19 Apr 2026 (Last week)

We’re working with an established and growing organisation within the software and technology space, looking to bring in a Software Tester to support the continued development of their platforms and systems.

Software Tester

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 + Benefits

Location: Oxfordshire / Hybrid working - 2-3 days onsite

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a collaborative environment, contributing to high-quality software delivery, and having a real impact on product performance.

The Role

As a Software Tester, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the quality and reliability of applications across the business. You’ll work closely with developers, product teams, and stakeholders to identify issues early and help deliver robust solutions.

Key responsibilities include:

* Designing, developing, and executing test plans and test cases

* Performing functional, regression, and exploratory testing

* Identifying, logging, and tracking defects through to resolution

* Collaborating with development teams to improve quality processes

* Contributing to continuous improvement of testing practices

* Supporting release cycles and ensuring smooth deployments

Tech Environment

You’ll be testing applications built with a modern, cloud-native stack, including:

* Backend: .NET 8 / C#

* Frontend: React, TypeScript

* Cloud: Microsoft Azure (cloud-native architecture)

* Architecture: Domain-Driven Design (DDD), clean architecture principles

* Data: SQL Server, Cosmos DB

* DevOps: CI/CD pipelines, Git-based workflows

* Additional exposure: Event-driven systems, microservices, and containerisation (Docker/Kubernetes)

This gives you a great opportunity to work in a forward-thinking engineering environment and gain exposure to modern practices and tooling.

What We’re Looking For

* Around 5+ years’ experience in software testing or QA

* Strong understanding of testing methodologies and best practices

* Experience with manual testing (automation exposure is a bonus)

* Familiarity with defect tracking tools and Agile environments

* ISTQB certification (preferred but not essential)

* Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills

* Good communication skills and a proactive mindset

Nice to Have

* Experience with automation tools (e.g. Selenium, Cypress)

* Exposure to API or integration testing

* Experience working with cloud-based or SaaS platforms

What’s on Offer

* Salary in the region of £40,000 - £50,000

* Hybrid working model (Oxford-based office)

* Supportive and collaborative team environment

* Opportunity to work on meaningful, real-world products

* Ongoing learning and development opportunities

If you’re a Software Tester looking for a role where you can work with modern technology, contribute to meaningful products, and be part of a genuinely collaborative team - this could be a great fit.

Interested? Apply now for a confidential chat

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