Role & seniority: Software QA Engineer, mid-level (3+ years of QA experience)

Stack/tools: manual testing; test management tools (HP QC, Jira, TestRail or equivalents); API testing (REST, SOAP); XML; SQL/NoSQL; Agile/Scrum; basic test automation concepts; Excel for reporting; Cloud a plus (AWS/Azure/GCP); optional automation tools (Selenium, Cypress)

Top 3 responsibilities

Design, develop, and execute test plans and test cases from requirements
Perform functional, regression, system, and integration testing; identify, document, and track defects
Collaborate with development, product, vendors, and customers; participate in Agile processes; maintain test environments and data; support automation efforts where applicable

Must-have skills

3+ years in Software Quality Assurance; strong manual testing background; understanding of automation concepts
Proficiency with QA tools (QC/Jira/TestRail or equivalents)
API testing (REST/SOAP), XML, SQL/NoSQL; Agile (Scrum/Kanban); strong defect management and root-cause analysis; Excel proficiency; solid communication and coordination abilities

Nice-to-haves

Retail industry experience or testing retail-related apps
Hands-on automation tooling (Selenium, Cypress); familiarity with CI/CD and DevOps practices
Location & work type: Bradford BD3 7DL, United Kingdom; Contractor with potential for permanent onboarding after 6 months; on-site; full-time; 5 days in the office

Full Description

Job Title: Software QA Engineer

Location: Bradford BD3 7DL, United Kingdom

Employment Type: Contractor (with potential for permanent onboarding after 6 months)

Work Schedule: Full-time, 5 days in the office

Job Summary We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Software QA Engineer with hands-on experience in software testing. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience in software quality assurance, with a preference for those who have worked in the retail industry. This role requires working on-site at our UK location, collaborating with **vendors, customers, project and program managers, and the QA manager

The QA Engineer will be responsible for both manual testing and supporting test automation (if applicable). The role involves working in an Agile environment, ensuring the highest software quality standards, managing defects, and improving testing processes. Strong communication and basic management skills are required to coordinate effectively with internal teams and external partners.

Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and execute test plans and test cases based on software requirements. Perform functional, regression, system, and integration testing for software applications. Identify, document, and track software defects using industry-standard tools. Collaborate closely with development teams, product managers, vendors, and customers to resolve issues and ensure product quality. Work in an Agile/Scrum environment, actively participating in sprint planning and reviews. Assist in maintaining test environments, test data, and testing tools. Support test automation efforts where applicable (automation experience is an advantage but not a must). Perform API testing, database validation, and ensure compliance with best testing practices. Communicate test progress, results, and risks to project stakeholders and management. Ensure adherence to QA processes, industry standards, and company best practices.

Required Qualifications & Skills 3+ years of hands-on experience** in Software Quality Assurance. Experience in both manual testing and understanding of automation concepts. Proficiency in using QA tools such as HP Quality Center (QC), Jira, TestRail, or similar. Knowledge of XML, API testing (REST, SOAP), and SQL/NoSQL databases. Experience working in Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban). Strong defect management, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for test reporting and data analysis. Cloud experience (AWS, Azure, GCP) is an advantage** but not mandatory. Basic management skills, including coordination with multiple stakeholders. Excellent communication skills** to work effectively with vendors, customers, and internal teams.