Role & seniority: Test Automation Engineer (mid-level) with ownership of quality within project teams

Stack/tools: Manual testing of web apps and REST APIs; Postman, RestSharp, SoapUI; Jira, Azure DevOps, TestRail; SQL Server (SQL) and NoSQL testing; familiarity with HTML/CSS/JavaScript (desirable); Agile/Scrum

Top 3 responsibilities

Own quality within the project team; advocate for robust, testable, stable software
Design, implement, and maintain manual test scenarios, frameworks, and tools; execute test suites and exploratory/non-functional testing
Collaborate with developers, product managers, and stakeholders to define acceptance criteria, test plans, and report test results, coverage, and defects

Must-have skills

Strong manual testing experience for web and app software
Proficiency with Postman, SoapUI, Jira, Azure DevOps, TestRail
Hands-on testing of web apps and REST APIs; relational NoSQL database testing; strong attention to detail and communication

Nice-to-haves

Working knowledge of HTML/CSS/JavaScript; Azure environments
Agile/Scrum experience; exposure to test automation frameworks
Location & work type: Guildford, UK; modern town centre offices with ad hoc home working option; full-time role in a hybrid setting

Full Description

At Person Centred Software, we’re committed to improving the lives of people in care through dependable, high-performing digital solutions. As a Test Automation Engineer, you’ll play a crucial role in ensuring our software is robust, scalable, and built with quality at its core. You’ll be the go-to expert on testing within the project team, shaping the way we deliver reliable, intuitive technology that supports care professionals every day.

What You’ll Do

Take ownership of quality within the project team, advocating for robust, testable, and stable software
Design, implement, and maintain both manual test scenarios, frameworks, and tools
Collaborate closely with developers, product managers, and stakeholders to define and refine acceptance criteria and test plans
Execute manual test suites, and perform exploratory and non-functional testing
Ensure high-quality reporting on test results, coverage, and defects
Test web applications and APIs using tools such as Postman and RestSharp
Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and overall development quality
Collaborate with developers in maintaining high unit testing standards

What You’ll Bring

Strong experience in manual testing of web and app software
Proficient with tools such as Postman, SoapUI, Jira, Azure Dev Ops, Test rail
Hands-on experience testing web applications and REST APIs
Familiarity with relational (SQL Server) and NoSQL database testing
Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational and communication skills
(Desirable) Working knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Azure environments
A proactive mindset and passion for delivering high-quality software in a collaborative environment
Hands-on experience in an agile scrum environment
(Desirable) Experience or exposure to test automation frameworks

What We Offer

A base salary of £35,000 - £45,000 and bonus depending on experience
Modern town centre offices in Guildford, with opportunity for ad hoc home working
25 days holiday, increasing with service
Contributory pension scheme
Additional perks including; cycle to work scheme, staff discounts portal and Employee Assistance Programme

At Person Centred Software, we’re leading the digital revolution in social care. Our technology is reshaping an industry that impacts millions—driving efficiency, improving outcomes, and setting new standards. Every day, your work will help modernise and future-proof social care.

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