Software Test Engineer

Analyse test objectives to design and prepare a test plan aligned with the test strategy.

Review requirements with stakeholders to identify defects early and define comprehensive test scope coverage based on product risk, considering accessibility and usability requirements.

Design and build test cases, scripts and define expected results to meet test scope coverage criteria.

Collect, interpret and develop representative test data.

Specify test environment requirements.

Conduct various software test types within functional, non-functional, white box/structural and change-related testing categories, interpreting and executing test scripts using agreed methods and standards.

Conduct and support testing at different levels (unit testing, component integration testing, system testing, system integration testing and user acceptance testing).

Perform testing activities on software applications (desktop, web, mobile, embedded, mainframe, IoT, AI) to detect defects and ensure software is fit for purpose.

Operate the organisation's software testing tools.

Document and report test results against acceptance criteria, recording accurate data to support defect management and maintain information traceability between requirements, tests, and defects.

Communicate status and metrics against test activities, results and defects.

Practice continuous self-learning to stay updated with technological developments, enhancing relevant skills and taking responsibility for professional development.

Understand the relationship between testing and quality assurance, contributing to higher quality.

Can differentiate error, defect and failure, understanding root causes and effects.

Recognises the impact of context on the test process, including activities, tasks and work products.

Ability to ensure traceability between requirements/test basis and test work products.

Can apply psychology principles to testing, adapting mindset for successful testing.

Can apply testing across various software development methodologies.

Familiar with different software test types and objectives.

Understanding of static testing techniques, review processes and test techniques.

Knowledge of software architecture's impact on testing and the defect management process.

Ability to utilise metrics for monitoring and controlling testing and classify tools to support it.

Grasps the role of test automation and apply it in the software development lifecycle.

Knowledge of industry standards related to software testing and adheres to them.

Can adapt testing activities to different test levels and apply regression strategies.

Able to work independently, taking responsibility and maintaining a disciplined approach.

Has a problem-solving and analytical mindset.

Can apply logical thinking and clear reasoning in decision-making.

Effective communication skills.