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Description At Engine by Starling , we are on a mission to find and work with leading banks all around the world who have the ambition to build rapid growth businesses, on our technology. Engine is Starling's software-as-a-service (SaaS) business, the technology that was built to power Starling, and a year ago we split out as a separate business. Starling has seen exceptional growth and success, and a large part of that is down to the fact that we have built our own modern technology from the ground up. This SaaS technology platform is now available to banks and financial institutions all around the world, enabling them to benefit from the innovative digital features, and efficient back-office processes that has helped achieve Starling's success. Our technologists are at the very heart of Engine and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment that is all about building things, creating new stuff, and disruptive technology that keeps us on the cutting edge of fintech. We operate a flat structure to empower you to make decisions regardless of what your primary responsibilities may be, innovation and collaboration will be at the core of everything you do. Help is never far away in our open culture, you will find support in your team and from across the business, we are in this together! The way to thrive and shine within Engine is to be a self-driven individual and be able to take full ownership of everything around you: From building things, designing, and discovering to sharing knowledge with your colleagues and making sure all processes are efficient and productive to deliver the best possible results for our customers. Our purpose is underpinned by five values: Listen, Keep It Simple, Do The Right Thing, Own It, and Aim For Greatness. Hybrid Working We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Engine - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. About Engineering at Engine by Starling - We're looking for iOS Engineers to work on the Engine Platform and make our existing features work for banks all over the world as well as building new features from scratch that Starling hasn't released in the UK market. Engine by Starling engineers are excited about helping us deliver new features, regardless of what their primary tech stack may be. Hear more from the team in some case studies below, and our work with Women In Tech . Day in the Life of a Mobile Engineer Working as a Mobile QA Leading the Android Team Engine by Starling Careers Page We are looking for engineers at all levels to join the team. We value people being engaged and caring about customers, caring about the code they write and the contribution they can make to banking around the world. People with a broad ability to apply themselves to a multitude of problems and challenges, who can work across teams do great things here at Engine, to continue changing banking for good. As an Engineer you will: Contribute to our award winning platform and internal tooling Build new features and products from scratch in a configurable way Share your knowledge with those around you, contributing to our learning culture Own your projects, working in small teams across the bank to collaboratively deliver Aim for greatness in everything you do, staying curious and inquisitive Be part of a scaling team and organisation as we change banking for good Requirements Our iOS application is entirely written in Swift. It is highly modular and we use MVVM-C architecture to maximise code reusability and testing. We also value simplicity over complexity, fewer moving parts means fewer faults and easier comprehension. Some of the well known frameworks and tools we use: RxSwift - as our reactive programming framework; SnapKit - as our auto layout DSL, though we have an in-house framework built on top of SnapKit which allows us to write declarative, SwiftUI like layout code for UIKit. Realm - as the application main persistence layer; Sourcery and SwiftGen - for various code generation tasks. SwiftFormat, SwiftLint and Danger - to enforce high code quality standards. Etc. We also built in-house tools and frameworks as developer productivity and automation is paramount to us. We are looking for iOS engineers to work on these apps who: Want to work on a feature rich mobile app with millions of customers; Can produce robust, well tested code that will give our customers the reliability that they need; Care about the product, the user experience and the design; Think (like us) that a small number of empowered developers is the right way to deliver software; Our application is built with UIKit, knowing its concepts and components is a must. We use RxSwift in our project, experience with reactive programming will be a plus but is not required. Interview process Interviewing is a two way process and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you! Our interviews are conversational and we want to get the best from you, so come with questions and be curious. In general you can expect the below, following a chat with one of our Talent Team: First interview: 45 minutes Take home technical test (no time limit) Technical face to face: 1.5 hours Final Interview: 45 minutes Benefits 33 days holiday (including public holidays, which you can take when it works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Incentives refer a friend scheme Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing About Us You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Engine by Starling is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Engine by Starling are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. When you provide us with this information, you are doing so at your own consent, with full knowledge that we will process this personal data in accordance with our Privacy Notice. By submitting your application, you agree that Engine by Starling and Starling will collect your personal data for recruiting and related purposes. 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Blue Light Card. Individually great, together unstoppable The Role and the Team At Blue Light Card, we create meaningful digital experiences for the everyday heroes who keep our communities safe, cared for, and thriving. Quality is central to everything we do and as we grow, we're shaping a QA practice that enables our teams to move faster, safer, and with greater confidence. We're at the very beginning of that journey, and this is an exciting opportunity for multiple Senior QA Engineers to help shape what quality looks like at BLC. Reporting to the QA Engineering Manager, you'll go beyond writing tests, contributing to best practices, fostering a culture of quality, and helping define how we work together across teams. Collaboration is at the heart of our work, we partner closely with the Product team in an agile squad structure, focusing on key outcomes such as share of wallet, personalisation, member growth & engagement, and platform evolution. What You'll Do Lead the design and maintenance of mobile automation tests to ensure our iOS and Android apps are reliable and high quality Create and maintain automated tests across mobile web and backend systems to support confident delivery Design clear practical test scenarios that help the squad build shared understanding and strong automated coverage Collaborate with engineers to build resilient reusable automation frameworks and influence testable architecture Support teams by coaching on testing strategy tooling and quality practices to uplift capability Embed functional and non-functional testing into CI CD pipelines to ensure consistent quality throughout development Use observability and production insights to identify patterns triage issues and drive meaningful improvements Take shared ownership of quality within your squads championing member impact and long-term reliability What You'll Bring Hands on experience with mobile automation frameworks such as Espresso or XCUITest alongside strong web and API automation capability Ability to design thoughtful purposeful test scenarios across mobile web and backend systems Experience testing responsive websites native mobile applications APIs and backend services A collaborative and supportive mindset enjoying pairing knowledge sharing and uplifting others Understanding of non-functional testing including performance usability and observability and how to apply it Confidence working in agile squads partnering closely with engineers, product and design Awareness of compliance accessibility and security considerations across platforms Curiosity openness and a drive to improve how teams build test and release Our Culture Our mission is simple - make heroes happy. Our members are the real-life heroes who keep us all safe, cared for, and thriving. It's what gets us up in the morning and pushes us to go further, think bigger, and create something that truly matters. By focusing on their happiness, we create amazing experiences, deliver unrivalled discounts, innovative products, and world-class service. We don't just follow the usual path - we look for smarter, bolder ways to deliver real impact. We take ownership, move fast, and work shoulder to shoulder to build something special. We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive team where everyone feels they belong. Different perspectives and experiences help us grow, innovate, and better reflect the communities we serve. We promote hybrid working, and value in-person collaboration so encourage time in our offices, where you can make the most of our fully stocked snack drawers - either the HQ in Leicestershire, or London, Holborn office. The frequency and office location will vary depending on the role and team, we aim to be flexible, but we aren't able to offer fully remote working. What We Offer Hybrid working and flexible hours 35 hour working week Free parking and EV charging onsite at HQ 25 days annual leave plus an additional day off for your birthday, and a buy and sell holiday scheme of up to 5 days A company bonus scheme Your own Blue Light Card and exclusive access to thousands of discounts Generous funded BUPA medical insurance covering pre-existing conditions Group auto-enrolment pension plan Enhanced parental leave and absence leave Healthcare cashback plan Employee assistance programme (including mental health support) and mental health first aiders Great social events e.g., festive party, summer party, team socials, sports matches Regular company-wide recognition events e.g. Monthly Light's Up and The Shine awards Relaxed dress code and modern office space (games area, chill-out areas, book club, free drinks/snacks) Onsite gym at HQ (including access to free HIIT & stretch classes) Strong learning and development culture

Senior Software Tester / QA Engineer - Up to £44,000 PA Southampton - Hybrid Working We are working with a well-established technology organisation to recruit an experienced Senior Software Tester / QA Engineer to play a key role in the delivery of customer-facing systems and core software products. This position sits within a professional services environment and involves testing both standard solutions and complex, customer-specific implementations. You will work closely with developers, project managers and technical stakeholders, taking ownership of testing activities and ensuring systems meet defined quality standards prior to release and go-live. As a Senior Software Tester, you will be responsible for driving software quality through effective manual and automated testing practices. You will contribute to the ongoing improvement of testing processes, support customer UAT, and act as a subject-matter expert for QA activities across projects, identifying and resolving defects early in the delivery lifecycle. Key responsibilities: Leading and executing software testing activities on customer systems prior to installation and go-live Designing, writing and maintaining robust manual and automated test scripts Owning the creation and maintenance of test plans, test cases and supporting documentation Working collaboratively with development and technical teams to identify, log, prioritise and resolve defects Creating and managing test data to support functional, regression and integration testing Supporting and coordinating user acceptance testing, including direct customer engagement Providing go-live support and post-deployment validation where required Contributing to the continuous improvement of testing standards, tools and methodologies Providing guidance and best practice advice to customers during UAT and test planning Supporting internal product testing and mentoring junior team members where appropriate Requirements: Proven experience in a Software Testing / QA role, operating with a high degree of autonomy Strong hands-on experience with manual testing across complex systems Demonstrable experience designing and maintaining comprehensive test documentation Experience working in Windows Client and Server environments Confident use of Microsoft Office applications for test reporting and documentation Highly advantageous experience: ISTQB Foundation or Advanced certification Experience with test automation tools and frameworks (Ranorex, Selenium or similar) Exposure to C#, Java, or other object-oriented programming languages Experience with SQL Server and/or Oracle databases, including querying and data validation Experience using source control tools such as TFS or Git Understanding of network architecture, IT security and Active Directory Experience within document management, OCR or enterprise systems environments The role may involve occasional UK and international travel. Hybrid working is available once probation is passed, with 1-2 days per week on site.

Application Integration Architect Role Overview We are looking for an experienced Application Integration Architect to lead the design and delivery of scalable, high-performance integration solutions across enterprise systems. This role sits at the intersection of architecture, engineering, and business transformation-driving seamless interoperability between platforms while ensuring reliability, security, and performance. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, operations, vendors, and business stakeholders, to define and implement robust integration strategies aligned with enterprise architecture principles. Key Responsibilities Design and architect end-to-end integration solutions using modern integration patterns (e.g., event-driven, microservices, API-led connectivity). Translate complex business requirements into scalable technical architectures, specifications, and data flow designs. Develop and govern integration standards, frameworks, and best practices across the organisation. Ensure resilient, secure, and high-throughput data exchange between applications, services, and external platforms. Lead the integration of enterprise systems, including collaboration with third-party vendors and technology partners. Support the onboarding and deployment of new platforms, ensuring seamless integration into the existing ecosystem. Troubleshoot and resolve complex integration issues, including performance bottlenecks and data inconsistencies. Oversee and coordinate integration testing strategies (unit, system, end-to-end) in collaboration with QA and delivery teams. Produce and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, API specifications, and data models. Monitor integration performance and implement optimisation strategies (e.g., caching, asynchronous processing, load balancing). Stay ahead of emerging technologies and continuously evolve the integration landscape. Key Stakeholders Enterprise Architecture and IT Leadership Engineering, DevOps, and Support Teams Business Product Owners and Domain Experts External Vendors and Technology Partners Skills & Experience Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related discipline. 5+ years of hands-on experience in integration architecture, systems design, or software engineering. Strong expertise in API design and management (RESTful/SOAP), middleware, and integration platforms. Deep understanding of integration patterns (synchronous/asynchronous, messaging, event streaming). Proven experience with distributed systems design, data modelling, and technical documentation. Solid experience working within Agile/DevOps environments, including CI/CD and test automation practices. Proficiency in: Java and backend development frameworks SQL and database technologies REST/SOAP services, JSON, XML Messaging systems (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ) Desirable Skills Experience integrating ERP and CRM platforms in complex enterprise environments. Familiarity with cloud-native integration services (e.g., Microsoft Azure Integration Services, AWS Integration tools). Knowledge of security best practices (OAuth2, JWT, API gateways, encryption standards). Exposure to containerisation and orchestration technologies (Docker, Kubernetes). Personal Attributes Strong systems thinking with excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Effective communicator, able to bridge technical and non-technical stakeholders. Collaborative mindset with the ability to influence and lead across teams. Highly organised, adaptable, and comfortable working in fast-paced environments. Strong ownership mentality with attention to detail and quality.

Site Reliability Engineer Location: Glasgow Role Type: Contract - 12 months Work Setup: Hybrid - 3 days in the office  Who We Are Robert Walters is the world's most trusted talent solutions business. Across the globe, we deliver recruitment, outsourcing, and talent advisory services for businesses of all sizes, opening doors for people with diverse skills, ambitions, and backgrounds. Who You Will Work With Our client is global financial services firm that manages wealth, navigates complex markets, and design strategic financial objectives. The firm provides risk management solutions across a variety of sectors, emphasizing long-term relationships, and innovative approaches to financial challenges.  What you'll do : Ensure reliability, availability, and performance of large-scale data and analytics platforms across DEV, QA, and PROD. Apply SRE principles to design resilient services, define SLIs/SLOs, and drive continuous reliability improvements. Automate workflows and tooling (primarily Python) to reduce operational toil and improve repeatability. Build and manage CI/CD pipelines for data pipelines, cloud platforms, semantic models, and services. Support release and change management, ensuring safe deployments, validation, and rollback readiness. Serve as a senior escalation point for incidents, performing root cause analysis and preventive remediation. Design and maintain monitoring, alerting, and observability for platform components and data workloads. Operate and optimize cloud-based data platforms (eg, Snowflake) for stability, scalability, and cost efficiency. Support deployment and reliability of AI-enabled services, including monitoring, failure handling, and runbook creation. Collaborate with engineering and product teams to ensure AI/analytics features are production-ready and safely integrated. Contribute to operational documentation, runbooks, and platform operating model improvements. What You Bring: 5+ years in SRE, production, or platform engineering with hands-on experience operating large-scale production systems. Strong Python automation and Scripting, CI/CD pipeline development, and modern software delivery practices. Experience with cloud data platforms (Snowflake preferred), relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle, SQL Server), and troubleshooting across application, platform, and data layers. Knowledge of change and incident management in enterprise environments. Excellent communication and collaboration across teams. Technical competencies Monitoring, alerting, observability, infrastructure-as-code, Unix/Linux systems, basic networking. Desired/Nice-to-Have: Semantic data modelling, analytics platforms, and BI tools (Tableau, Power BI). Exposure to Snowflake Cortex or GenAI/LLM tools in production. Agile delivery experience (sprints, backlog refinement) and knowledge of ITSM processes. Experience supporting AI-enabled or analytics-driven platforms at scale in regulated enterprises. What's Next: If you are ready to take the next step, apply now. Successful applicants will be contacted directly by a recruiter to discuss the role more. We are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment experience. If you require support or adjustments to the recruitment process, our Adjustment Concierge Service is here to help. Please feel free to contact us at (see below) to discuss how we can support you. This position is being recruited on behalf of our client through our Outsourcing service line. Resource Solutions Limited, trading as Robert Walters, acts as an employment business and agency, partnering with top organizations to help them find the best talent. We welcome applications from all candidates and are committed to providing equal opportunities.

React Native Developer On behalf of our growing client based in Manchester, we are recruiting a talented React Native Developer. As React Native Developer, you will work on a greenfield project, where you will shape and define the future of our clients mobile apps while sharing your experience with the rest of the team. The React Native Developer will be responsible for: Take responsibility for the entire lifecycle of delivery from idea to operation Understand and maintain software quality for features built (Test Driven Development, Pairing, Peer Review) Understand and maintain good engineering practices Support the product owner and technical lead in the provisioning of estimates that are at an appropriate level of fidelity for the phase in the development lifecycle Make realistic commitments that you are confident of meeting and strive to do so Support the BA in the elaboration of requirements Support the QA in identifying, describing, and resolving defects Exhibit cross-functional behaviour and support other competencies within your product team The React Native Developer will have the following: You will be confident in delivering secure, high-quality React Native applications commercially. Proficient with ES5 & ES6 & Typescript Expert with different layouts and the ability to develop complex UI with design standards. Working knowledge of consuming third-party APIs and parsing JSON. You will have experience in delivering software in a test-driven style (TDD) and be familiar with appropriate automation testing processes. You will understand the benefits of simple design and are familiar with software design patterns and be pragmatic in their implementation. You will be experienced with agile ways of working and lean-agile principles You will be experienced in sharing your knowledge with other members of the development team. Benefits Flexible working, with occasional site visits for collaborative and social activities Generous holiday allowance with an extra day off on your birthday Pension and annual salary review How to Apply if you re interested in this Job: If this sounds like your perfect role, click Apply without delay! React Native Developer

Senior QA Automation Engineer Oxford/Hybrid £55,000 - £65,000 JavaScript Cypress Playwright CI/CD Automation Tester Performance Testing Ecommerce Do you have experience working as a first QA Engineer?Looking to have a real impact within an Engineering function?I am currently supporting a brilliant E-commerce company that are looking to bring in their first Tester.As the first QA Automation Engineer you will be playing a key role in setting up and establishing QA Practices and Standards.They don't have a set Tech stack they want you to work with and will be taking your steer with this. You will be working within a cross functional team to Design and execute the QA strategy across mobile and Web, adopt a shift left mindset and act as point of escalation for quality issues. Experience needed - Designing and building test strategies Previous experience working as a sole QA Setting up automation frameworks with modern QA Tools like Playwright or Cypress If you have Performance testing experience this is a bonus. What is in it for you? Salary up to £65,000 Hybrid working (3 days onsite) 25 days annual leave + bank Health cash plan And more This is a brilliant chance for a QA Engineer looking to make a real impact within a company. If you're interested please apply or pop over your CV to to applyNo sponsorship is available. JavaScript Cypress Playwright CI/CD Automation Tester Performance Testing Ecommerce

Lead Test Engineer - Automation Test Lead, Test Engineer, Testing, Automation Testing, Automation, CI/CD, Playwright, Agile 6 Months initial contract £525 - £575 per day Our client Financial Services client is looking for a Senior Test Engineer for an initial contract of 6 months. As the Lead Test Engineer you will be required to take ownership of their Automated Testing processes. This role involves creating and maintaining the automation framework, supporting Test Engineers with automated testing, and maintaining Automated Regression packs. You will work directly with Product Teams (Scrum Teams) to support their delivery and ensure the highest standards of quality in our software products. Day-to-Day of the Role: Own and maintain Automated Regression packs, ensuring they remain relevant and add value. Take full ownership of the Test Automation work, including the framework and standards, and support the wider team in their use. Champion the integration of testing into CI/CD pipelines and development workflows. Develop strategies to support rapid delivery and act as a mentor and technical guide to Test Engineers. Represent QA/Testing within a Scrum Team, evaluating and owning appropriate tickets. Actively participate in Agile ceremonies and advocate for quality at every stage of the development lifecycle. Monitor, analyze, and report on quality metrics to inform decision-making and continuous improvement. Engage in the Quality Engineering Community of Practice to help mature the function and improve capabilities. Required Skills & Qualifications: Strong experience in Automation Testing with the ability to plan, design, script, and execute tests, including integrating automated tests into delivery pipelines. Expertise and extensive experience in Playwright using Typescript. Proven ability to create and maintain Automation Frameworks. Deep understanding of software development processes, testing methodologies, and quality metrics. Ability to communicate effectively with multiple levels of stakeholders, both technical and non-technical. Experience working as part of a Scrum Team within Agile methodology. Proven ability to lead quality initiatives and influence engineering practices. Experience mentoring other test engineers. In the first instance please submit your CV.

Excellent opportunity for a Software QA Engineer to join brilliant client's team based in Brighton. As a QA Engineer, you will be responsible for introducing and maintaining new technologies whilst utilising the latest industry software and practices. You'll become a vital part of an already successful software team who producing excellent software for a market leading company. The role will cover various aspects of the testing life cycle with a specific focus on improving QA processes and introducing test automation. The role will require you to work closely with the development team, so strong communication skills are essential. The ability to improvise at both a tactical and strategic level is important to aid in prioritising short-term problem solving against longer term strategic goals.As well as competitive salaries, our client offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes a bonus scheme. This is a hybrid role with and you will be expected to work in the office 1 day per week. Skills required: Automation experience with Playwright TypeScript, JavaScript Good understanding of REST APIs Experience in creating front end and API automated test projects Excellent communication skills If you feel you have the skills and experience required for this opportunity, then please contact Oliver Wilson at

Application Integration Architect Role Overview We are looking for an experienced Application Integration Architect to lead the design and delivery of scalable, high-performance integration solutions across enterprise systems. This role sits at the intersection of architecture, engineering, and business transformation-driving seamless interoperability between platforms while ensuring reliability, security, and performance. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, operations, vendors, and business stakeholders, to define and implement robust integration strategies aligned with enterprise architecture principles. Key Responsibilities Design and architect end-to-end integration solutions using modern integration patterns (eg, event-driven, microservices, API-led connectivity). Translate complex business requirements into scalable technical architectures, specifications, and data flow designs. Develop and govern integration standards, frameworks, and best practices across the organisation. Ensure resilient, secure, and high-throughput data exchange between applications, services, and external platforms. Lead the integration of enterprise systems, including collaboration with third-party vendors and technology partners. Support the onboarding and deployment of new platforms, ensuring seamless integration into the existing ecosystem. Troubleshoot and resolve complex integration issues, including performance bottlenecks and data inconsistencies. Oversee and coordinate integration testing strategies (unit, system, end-to-end) in collaboration with QA and delivery teams. Produce and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, API specifications, and data models. Monitor integration performance and implement optimisation strategies (eg, caching, asynchronous processing, load balancing). Stay ahead of emerging technologies and continuously evolve the integration landscape. Key Stakeholders Enterprise Architecture and IT Leadership Engineering, DevOps, and Support Teams Business Product Owners and Domain Experts External Vendors and Technology Partners Skills & Experience Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related discipline. 5+ years of hands-on experience in integration architecture, systems design, or software engineering. Strong expertise in API design and management (RESTful/SOAP), Middleware, and integration platforms. Deep understanding of integration patterns (synchronous/asynchronous, messaging, event streaming). Proven experience with distributed systems design, data modelling, and technical documentation. Solid experience working within Agile/DevOps environments, including CI/CD and test automation practices. Proficiency in: Java and Back End development frameworks SQL and database technologies REST/SOAP services, JSON, XML Messaging systems (eg, Kafka, RabbitMQ) Desirable Skills Experience integrating ERP and CRM platforms in complex enterprise environments. Familiarity with cloud-native integration services (eg, Microsoft Azure Integration Services, AWS Integration tools). Knowledge of security best practices (OAuth2, JWT, API gateways, encryption standards). Exposure to containerisation and orchestration technologies (Docker, Kubernetes). Personal Attributes Strong systems thinking with excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Effective communicator, able to bridge technical and non-technical stakeholders. Collaborative mindset with the ability to influence and lead across teams. Highly organised, adaptable, and comfortable working in fast-paced environments. Strong ownership mentality with attention to detail and quality.

Production Test Engineer Electronics Colchester Up to 34, Days Holiday + Bank Holidays We are recruiting an Electronics Production Test Engineer to join a well-established engineering manufacturer in Colchester. This is a hands-on role focused on testing electronic hardware, including PCB assemblies (PCBAs), embedded systems, and finished products within a production environment. You will work closely with R&D, production, and quality teams to validate products, diagnose faults, and support continuous improvement. Please note: this role involves electronic hardware testing and is not a software QA or automation testing position. The Role Key responsibilities include: Executing formal test procedures on PCBAs and electronic assemblies Component-level fault finding, diagnosis, and repair Producing fault reports to support product improvement Maintaining test records in line with ISO 9001 procedures Creating and operating Automated Test Equipment (ATE) Supporting new product introduction and validation Collaborating with R&D, production, and quality teams to resolve technical issues What We're Looking For HNC / HND / ONC in Electronic or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) Experience in electronic test within manufacturing or R&D Strong fault-finding skills to component level Experience using oscilloscopes, multimeters, and electronic test equipment Experience with PCBAs and electronic assemblies Knowledge of ISO 9001 or IPC standards Desirable: RF or microwave testing experience Experience with Automated Test Equipment (ATE) What's On Offer Salary up to 34,000 25 days holiday + bank holidays Company pension and life assurance Ongoing training and development Opportunities for career progression This role would suit someone currently working as an Electronic Test Engineer, Production Test Engineer, Electronics Technician, or RF Test Engineer.

We are looking for a Software Test Engineer and Embedded Systems QA Specialist to support the build, testing, and validation of software for technical and embedded products. You will work closely with software and hardware engineers to ensure reliable, high-quality systems. Key Responsibilities Execute and maintain software test plans, specifications, and reports Perform functional, regression, and integration testing Conduct hardware and software integration testing on embedded systems Support software builds and test automation Collaborate with engineering teams to debug and resolve issues Requirements Experience in software testing or QA engineering Understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle, especially testing and integration Experience testing Windows and PC-based software Knowledge of scripting or programming (Python, Bash, Java, etc.) Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

SRT Marine Systems plc (SRT) is a market leader in the domain of international marine surveillance technology and systems. We are a respected, established, and an ambitious multi-national company headquartered in the UK with a global customer base. The company has a worldwide impact in the marine sector by leading the next generation of Maritime Domain Awareness technologies "MDA", products, and systems that significantly enhance security, safety, environmental protection, and sustainability. Our customers are global and range from the largest national coast guards to individual vessel owners. SRT is an exciting company where high-quality results are rewarded. We are ambitious and constantly seek to innovate in order to deliver better products and services to our customers. We strive to make SRT a rewarding and challenging place to work, where talented, hard-working individuals have the opportunity to make a real impact across the marine industry. Role overview of our Senior Software Tester As a Senior Software Tester you will work on the continued build of our Marine Domain Awareness (MDA) platform which is used to create an operational picture of maritime activity. Our systems ingest large volumes of streaming data from both satellite and terrestrial, along with other sensor sources. You will play a key role in validating the behaviour of a distributed, event-driven system operating on real-time maritime data. Testing activities include both automation and manual testing. The role of Senior Software Tester role is a hybrid working position based from our Cardiff office, you will be required to attend office 1 day per week as per the team's requirements. How We Work Sprint Work Developmenttickets move across the Jira board through the delivery workflow Tickets reaching the Test stage are assigned to a tester Testers validate functionality using a mix of automated and manual testing approaches QA Release Cycles Every six weeks, we conduct a dedicated two-week QA phase where: Testers pause normal sprint board work The focus shifts to release-wide regression testing Both manual and automated test suites are executed to validate the full platform Senior Software Tester - Responsibilities (not exhaustive): Test new features and improvements delivered during sprint cycles Design, implement, and maintain automated tests, along with the execution of manual exploratory and regression testing when required Validate message-driven workflows across distributed services Test REST API endpoints supporting CRUD operations within the system Participate in release regression cycles and help validate production-ready builds Investigate issues, reproduce defects, and provide clear bug reports Work closely with developers and product teams to clarify requirements and ensure testability Senior Software Tester - Required Skills and Experience Strong experience as a software tester or QA engineer Experience testing complex distributed systems or backend platforms Experience creating automated tests Familiarity with tools such as Postman (or similar API testing tools) Ability to write test scripts using one or more scripting languages (e.g. Python, JavaScript, Bash) Ability to understand system behaviour through logs, messages, and APIs Strong debugging and problem-solving skills Experience working within Agile / Scrum teams Familiarity with Jira or similar issue-tracking tools Company Benefits Highly Competitive Salary and Pension Hybrid Working Development opportunities SRT Marine Systems plc are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

We are searching for an experienced Software Tester / Quality Assurance Engineer for an extremely exciting technology and data-focussed business based near to Exeter, Devon. Please note, this role is a hybrid role , and you are required in the office a minimum of 2-days per week , therefore you MUST live within a commutable distance of the Exeter office to be considered for the role. In this role will be defining and driving quality assurance strategies across their software development lifecycle, and you will be responsible for ensuring that QA best practices, automation, and modern testing methodologies are embedded into their delivery processes to produce reliable, secure, and high-quality software. In this role you will: - Define and implement QA strategies, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and company objectives. Drive the adoption of test automation, CI/CD integration, and modern testing methodologies to improve efficiency and reliability. Establish and enforce coding and testing standards to maintain high-quality software delivery. Lead risk-based testing approaches, prioritizing critical functionalities and system stability. Collaborate with developers, architects, and product teams to embed quality throughout the software development lifecycle. Oversee performance, security, and usability testing to proactively identify potential issues before release. Monitor and analyse QA metrics to continuously improve testing effectiveness and software quality. Ensure cross-team collaboration, keeping quality and information security at the heart of the business by working closely with security, DevOps, and compliance teams. Mentor and support QA apprentices, providing structured guidance, hands-on coaching, and development opportunities to build foundational testing skills and career progression. Collaborate with the wider team to ensure ISO27001, Cyber Essentials, and other information security framework documentation, controls, and compliance requirements are maintained and embedded within quality and delivery processes. To be a success in the role you require a mixture of the following skills and experience: - Extensive experience working in a Quality Assurance or Software Testing role within a modern software development environment. Hands-on experience with test automation and integrating testing into CI/CD pipelines. Experience working in Agile development teams and collaborating closely with developers and product teams. Experience leading or influencing QA practices, standards, or strategies across teams or projects. Experience identifying and managing quality risks throughout the software development lifecycle. Experience mentoring or supporting junior QA engineers and/or apprentices. Experience with performance, security, and non-functional testing. Exposure to information security frameworks such as ISO27001 or Cyber Essentials. Experience working in regulated or compliance-driven environments. Relevant QA or testing certifications (e.g. ISTQB or equivalent). Knowledge of modern software testing principles, QA strategies, and the software development lifecycle, including Agile and CI/CD practices. Knowledge of test automation frameworks, tools, and approaches, and how to integrate them effectively into delivery pipelines. Skilled in designing and executing risk-based testing strategies to prioritise critical functionality and system stability. Skilled in analysing QA metrics and test outcomes to drive continuous improvement in quality and testing effectiveness. Skilled in collaborating with cross-functional teams, including development, product, DevOps, and security, to embed quality early and consistently. Skilled in identifying, reporting, and communicating quality risks clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Able to demonstrate strong ownership and accountability for quality outcomes across teams and releases. Experience of promoting continuous improvement, learning, and adoption of modern testing methodologies and tools. The role comes with an excellent benefits package which includes, 25 days holiday + bank holidays, Private Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Income Protection, Cycle to Work Scheme, Eye Tests and more. To be considered for this opportunity you MUST have the Right to Work in the UK long-term as sponsorship is NOT available with this client. Please note that due to a high level of applications, we can only respond to applicants whose skills and qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. Bowerford Associates Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

We are searching for an experienced Software Quality Assurance Engineer / Software Tester for an extremely exciting technology and data-focussed business based near to Exeter, Devon. Please note, this role is a hybrid role , and you are required in the office a minimum of 2-days per week , therefore you MUST live within a commutable distance of the Exeter office to be considered for the role. In this role will be defining and driving quality assurance strategies across their software development lifecycle, and you will be responsible for ensuring that QA best practices, automation, and modern testing methodologies are embedded into their delivery processes to produce reliable, secure, and high-quality software. In this role you will: - Define and implement QA strategies, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and company objectives. Drive the adoption of test automation, CI/CD integration, and modern testing methodologies to improve efficiency and reliability. Establish and enforce coding and testing standards to maintain high-quality software delivery. Lead risk-based testing approaches, prioritizing critical functionalities and system stability. Collaborate with developers, architects, and product teams to embed quality throughout the software development lifecycle. Oversee performance, security, and usability testing to proactively identify potential issues before release. Monitor and analyse QA metrics to continuously improve testing effectiveness and software quality. Ensure cross-team collaboration, keeping quality and information security at the heart of the business by working closely with security, DevOps, and compliance teams. Mentor and support QA apprentices, providing structured guidance, hands-on coaching, and development opportunities to build foundational testing skills and career progression. Collaborate with the wider team to ensure ISO27001, Cyber Essentials, and other information security framework documentation, controls, and compliance requirements are maintained and embedded within quality and delivery processes. To be a success in the role you require a mixture of the following skills and experience: - Extensive experience working in a Quality Assurance or Software Testing role within a modern software development environment. Hands-on experience with test automation and integrating testing into CI/CD pipelines. Experience working in Agile development teams and collaborating closely with developers and product teams. Experience leading or influencing QA practices, standards, or strategies across teams or projects. Experience identifying and managing quality risks throughout the software development lifecycle. Experience mentoring or supporting junior QA engineers and/or apprentices. Experience with performance, security, and non-functional testing. Exposure to information security frameworks such as ISO27001 or Cyber Essentials. Experience working in regulated or compliance-driven environments. Relevant QA or testing certifications (e.g. ISTQB or equivalent). Knowledge of modern software testing principles, QA strategies, and the software development lifecycle, including Agile and CI/CD practices. Knowledge of test automation frameworks, tools, and approaches, and how to integrate them effectively into delivery pipelines. Skilled in designing and executing risk-based testing strategies to prioritise critical functionality and system stability. Skilled in analysing QA metrics and test outcomes to drive continuous improvement in quality and testing effectiveness. Skilled in collaborating with cross-functional teams, including development, product, DevOps, and security, to embed quality early and consistently. Skilled in identifying, reporting, and communicating quality risks clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Able to demonstrate strong ownership and accountability for quality outcomes across teams and releases. Experience of promoting continuous improvement, learning, and adoption of modern testing methodologies and tools. The role comes with an excellent benefits package which includes, 25 days holiday + bank holidays, Private Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Income Protection, Cycle to Work Scheme, Eye Tests and more. To be considered for this opportunity you MUST have the Right to Work in the UK long-term as sponsorship is NOT available with this employer! Please note that due to a high level of applications, we can only respond to applicants whose skills and qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. Bowerford Associates Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Lead QA (Automation) Engineer Location - Manchester - Hybrid working Salary 55,000 - 65,000 An industry-leading organisation with offices in Manchester, is looking for two Lead QA Engineers to join the company at an exciting time of transformation and change. Suitable candidates will have the following experience: Key Skills & Experience Essential Practical experience in both manual and automated testing of modern web or cloud-native systems. Proven leadership/management experience of QA Engineers Strong understanding of software testing methods: functional, regression, integration, exploratory, and performance testing. Hands-on experience with test automation frameworks (e.g., Playwright, Cypress, Selenium, REST API automation tools). Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and integrating automated tests into deployment workflows. Experience testing APIs, microservices, and distributed systems. Awareness of secure coding, security testing basics, and data privacy considerations. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail. Ability to work effectively within Agile squads and cross-functional environments. Additionally, suitable candidates must have excellent communication skills and will want to work in an exciting and rewarding environment. UK citizens only please. Please apply for a confidential chat.