Senior Software Tester

Avonmouth

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Location: Avonmouth, Bristol, BS11 9DQ

Salary: £50,000 to £55,000 per annum

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

About Us:

As one of the UK’s major ports, The Bristol Port Company provides the full range of warehousing, logistics and distribution services. Established in 1991, the Port now employs over 600 people and has invested over £600 million in infrastructure, equipment and its workforce. Bristol Port is a key national asset and a major economic driver for the South West region; the Company and businesses on the Port Estate contribute more than £1 billion to UK GDP.

Senior Software Tester –TheRole:

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Senior Software Tester to join our in-house development team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the quality of our software products through meticulous testing, test automation, and collaboration with Developers and Product Owners. This role requires a strong understanding of testing methodologies, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to write and maintain automated test scripts.

Senior Software Tester -Responsibilities:

Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and test scripts based on requirements and specifications
Perform various testing types (e.g., functional, regression, performance, usability, security) as needed
Identify, document, and track software defects using a bug tracking system
Analyse test results and provide clear and concise reports
Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using appropriate tools and frameworks (e.g., Selenium, JavaScript)
Implement and maintain a robust test automation framework
Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipeline
Work closely with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and provide feedback
Participate in Agile ceremonies (e.g., sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives)

Senior Software Tester -You:
Proven experience in software testing (min 2+ years)
Strong test scripting skills
Experience with test automation tools and frameworks (e.g. Selenium)
Solid understanding of software testing methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall)
Experience with bug tracking systems (e.g., DevOps, ClickUp)
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong communication and collaboration skills

Please be aware, due to the nature of the role, only candidates eligible to both live and work in the UK will be considered for the role. No sponsorship or relocation packages will be offered for this role.

To submit your CV for this exciting Senior Software Tester opportunity, please click ‘Apply’ now

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