Software Development Engineer in Test (ID: nygqb5Z2)

Are you a skilled Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) looking to contribute to exciting, high-profile projects within a growing and dynamic team?

We are looking for an experienced SDET to join our team, where you will focus on technical testing with an emphasis on test automation and deliver optimal value for our extensive client base.

You will also play an essential role in the testing discipline across all areas of our work, identify opportunities for improvement, and adopt the most effective practices to stay at the forefront of the industry while delivering the best possible outcomes for our clients.

You’ll be joining an established environmental and engineering consultancy who put sustainability and resilience to climate change at the heart of our company strategy. With offices in nine countries around the world and across the UK and Ireland, we like to think we make a difference. We are independent and employee-owned allowing us the freedom to focus on innovation and our commitment to exceptional client service. Our workforce is central to our success, and we invest heavily in supporting staff development. We are great people to work for. Visit https://www.jbaconsulting.com/ to find out more about what we do.

Your role/responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Develop and execute automated tests, API tests, and performance tests to ensure high-quality software performance.
• Contribute to security testing efforts, enhancing the resilience of our applications against potential vulnerabilities.
• Perform manual testing as needed to support overall test coverage and project requirements.
• Review requirements, conduct test analysis, design and organise test cases, execute tests, and raise defects as part of the JBA formal test process aligned with industry standards (e.g., ISO29119).
• Manage test cases, traceability, defect tracking, and execution logs using Microsoft Azure DevOps.
• Engage in projects that are generally ‘domain technical’ in nature, primarily focusing on spatial and geotechnical sectors for scientific or engineering organisations.
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of testing processes and methodologies.
• Mentoring and supporting earlier career analysts as needed.

The team member we are looking for:

The successful candidate will have a degree (or equivalent) in IT or a related field, or proven experience as a Software Development Engineer in Test and be detail-oriented, organised, and driven, with a strong ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively both independently and as part of a team. You should have excellent analytical and effective communication skills, with a proven ability in developing and maintaining test automation frameworks.

Essential attributes for the role:

• Proficiency in Python for developing and maintaining test a automation frameworks.
• Ability to design and implement API test cases.
• Strong capability to analyse technical requirements and formulate appropriate tests.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills for working within cross-functional teams.
• Experience with Microsoft Azure DevOps for task management, traceability, defect tracking, and execution logging.
• An understanding of waterfall and Agile development methodologies.

Desirable attributes for the role:

• Experience in Performance Testing.
• Experience in Security/Penetration Testing.
• Hold professional certifications in test analysis.
• Knowledge and understanding of modern software principles, including APIs, and cloud-based architectures.
• Exposure to industry-standard software test processes, particularly ISO29119.
• Knowledge of Geographical Information Systems (GIS).

Location:

The role can be based at either our Skipton head office, or Leeds office

JBA supports hybrid working which provides for greater flexibility with the way that we work.

Applications:

All applications must be made via our online application process, at: Job search (current-vacancies.com)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

Skipton, North Yorkshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

Relevant commercial: 6 years (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person