Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)

REPL

Warwick

15h ago

Developers-in-Test are expected to perform a developer role, with a focus on testability, robustness and performance. Applying a variety of techniques, and applying their unique experience, to review designs, analyse code quality and assess risk.

You will refactor code to make it more testable, create and implement test frameworks and automated tests. They must collaborate with developers and other stakeholders to define and achieve successful delivery of high-quality software of our products and services.

As an equal opportunity employer, we recognise the value of an inclusive workforce and particularly encourage applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds.

Key Tasks

To design and execute effective automated functional and regression tests in Gherkin and Cucumber using the BDD approach

Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders, to perform business analysis and produce relevant acceptance criteria

Ability to identify the genesis of a defect, using debugging tools), analysing stack traces, code, log-files and other artefacts such as source code

Ability to write excellent quality object-oriented code

To have an understanding of databases and services (e.g. RESTful services), including the ability to programmatically interact with data formats that may include XML and JSON

To work collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams to deliver software development projects.

To have a broad understanding of Agile development practices including TDD & BDD and their application.

Use and build test automation frameworks and tools

Creating an innovative test automation phase plan for each project

To be able to engage with key stakeholders across the organisation

Assessing and reporting on performance and constantly looking for areas of improvement and innovation

To provide input for the preparation of the project in own specialist area and ensure delivery against targets are met

Organise and own any technical workshops and resulting outputs

Facilitation of error management processes and have an input into process improvement

Collation and circulation of quality data and metrics

Identify opportunities to automate and streamline the process, and work with the engineering team to deliver those improvements

Assess the testability of story work during planning meetings

Provide continuous feedback on the product and process as required by the team

Execute exploratory testing to evaluate the product

Skills and Experience

Ruby, Java, JavaScript, C++, C#

Test automation tools experience such as Cucumber, Capybara, Selenium,

Knowledge of HTML, CSS, HTTP

Understanding of major browsers and browser development tools

Working knowledge of version control systems to ensure version control of test / development artefacts

Working knowledge of a CI system to create builds

Proven level experience in a similar role

Relevant degree level (or equivalent) qualification

Excellent communications skills with proven experience engaging a wide range of stakeholders

An eye for innovation coupled with a pragmatic approach to delivery within a large multisite team

This position will require a self-starter who can lead by example and hit the ground running

Exceptional attention to detail with an ability to prioritise workloads and deliver to tight deadlines

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