Software Development Engineer In Test
Software Development Engineer In Test
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GBP GBP 50000 - 55000
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Job Description
VoCoVo is a prominent voice & technology company working with some of the worlds biggest retailers. You may have seen our equipment in places like ASDA Tescos CoOp TK Maxx Primark and Pets At Home to name a few We now have over 100000 people in 10000 locations using our product every day!
We were recently proud to achieve 5th place in the Sunday Times Tech Track 100 and a 2500% growth within the last 4 years here in the UK.
As a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) at VoCoVo you will play acrucial role in developing and maintaining automated testing frameworks thatensure the quality and reliability of our products. You will take initiative beinquisitive collaborate with crossfunctional Agile teams including developersQA engineers and product managers to build and enhance automated testingsolutions that cover both functional and nonfunctional testing.
Your primary responsibility will be to design implement and maintain automatedtests ensuring the robustness of our code and systems. You will also performmanual testing when necessary manage CI/CD pipelines and contribute toimproving the overall testing process. This role requires strong programming skillsand a deep understanding of testing methodologies with a focus on increasingtest coverage and reducing manual testing efforts. You will work in a Linux based environment and be expected to troubleshoot complex technical issues as theyarise.
Please note to apply for this position you must be based in the UKand have the legal right to work in the UK.
What were looking for
- Strong programming skills in JavaScript/TypeScript.
- Proficiency with automated testing frameworks and tools such as SeleniumPlaywright Cypress Jest or equivalent.
- Experience with CI/CD tools like Jenkins GitHub Actions Azure pipelines or similar.
- Advanced knowledge of Linux and commandline tools.
- Familiarity with containerisation tools (e.g. Docker) and virtualisation platforms (e.g. VMs).
- Ability to design and implement automated tests for API UI testing and custom tools.
- Experience with RESTful API testing using tools like Postman or similar.
- Knowledge of scripting languages such as Bash for test automation and configuration tasks.
- Experience working with source control systems such as GitHub and understanding branching and version control best practices.
- Familiarity with cloud environments (such as Azure) is desirable but not essential.
- Understanding of Agile development methodologies and their impact on testing.
- Comfortable asking questions challenging changes which might impact the customer experience and a good understanding of why we do testing.
- Indepth understanding of software testing methodologies including unit integration functional regression and performance testing.
- Ability to create detailed test plans and strategies for comprehensive test coverage.
- Experience with performance testing and benchmarking tools is an advantage.
- Excellent communication skills capable of working closely with both technical and nontechnical teams.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to write clear concise documentation.
- Ability to prioritise tasks effectively and manage time in a fastpaced Agile environment.
What youll do
- Design develop and maintain automated test frameworks scripts andsuites for functional and nonfunctional testing.
- Collaborate with developers and QA engineers to ensure comprehensivetest coverage of features and systems.
- Write tests at the appropriate test levels of the test pyramid ensuringthorough validation of both backend and frontend systems.
- Identify areas where automation can improve testability efficiency andreliability and implement solutions to reduce manual testing efforts.
- Work within the CI/CD pipelines to ensure smooth integration of automatedtests and regular testing cycles.
- Perform both automated and manual testing as needed including featuretesting regression performance and exploratory testing.
- Participate in code reviews to provide input on testing implications of newfeatures and changes.
- Troubleshoot issues found during testing collaborating with developmentteams to diagnose and resolve them.
- Ensure that test environments are properly configured and maintainedusing VMs Docker and other tools as needed.
- Document all test results issues and improvements in a clear andstructured manner using Jira or equivalent tools.
- Continuously improve the testing process by sharing knowledge identifyinggaps proposing new tools or methodologies and keeping uptodate withindustry best practices.
Salary
Salary range:
Benefits
25 Days Holiday Bank Holidays (increases with years of service)
Option to Buy or Sell 5 days holiday each year
Sick Pay 8 weeks full pay 4 weeks half pay
Life Assurance (4 times basic pay)
Private Medical Insurance
Employee Assistance Programmes (EAP)
Cycle2Work Scheme
Electric Car Green Salary Sacrifice Scheme
Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Package
Child Care Scheme
Training & Development
Company Organised Events
Pension (Royal London Group) 5% Employer Contribution Matched
Apple MacBook Wireless Magic Mouse and Keyboard Monitor and Headphones
Diversity and Inclusion
At VoCoVo we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued respected and empowered to thrive. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. Our commitment is to create an environment that champions equity innovation and collaboration ensuring all team members can flourish. Join us in shaping the future together.
We are alsocommitted to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process so please let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments at any stage.
Company Values
Embracing VoCoVos VOICE Values is important to us shaping our collaborative and innovative culture.
VALUED
Our Colleagues Customers and Stakeholders are valued; treated with respect empathy
and operate with honesty and integrity
ONE TEAM
Collaboration of all for VoCoVos happiness and success
INNOVATION
Our products are constantly evolving to tackle the pain points of retailers across the globe
CUSTOMER FOCUSED
Our customers love VoCoVo at every level every interaction with us is frictionless and we are integral to their operations
EMPOWERED
Our people are empowered to do the right thing and make decisions without loads of red tape
If you feel this could be the right fit apply now!
Employment Type
Full Time
