QA Engineer - Java

Summary: The QA Engineer - Java role based in Sheffield involves developing and executing functional test cases, performing end-to-end testing, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure application quality. The position requires automation of tests and participation in code reviews, with a focus on Java development and testing practices. The contract is set to last until December 31, 2025, and is classified as inside IR35. The role requires on-site presence 2 to 3 days a week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute functional test cases to validate application functionality.
• Perform end-to-end testing to ensure system integration and reliability.
• Identify, document, and track defects using appropriate tools.
• Collaborate with developers to resolve issues and ensure quality standards.
• Automate functional test cases using tools like Selenium, JUnit, or TestNG.
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines for continuous testing.
• Perform regression testing using automation to ensure stability of the application.
• Work closely with Product Owners, BAs, and QA teams to ensure alignment on requirements and deliverables.
• Participate in code reviews, testing reviews, and sprint planning sessions.
• Stay updated with the latest trends and advancements in Java development and testing practices.
• Contribute to the improvement of development and testing processes.
• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance Java applications.
• Write clean, efficient, and reusable code following best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze requirements.
• Debug and resolve technical issues in a timely manner.
• Optimize application performance and scalability.

Key Skills:

• Experience in Java, including frameworks like Spring and Hibernate.
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP) principles.
• Extensive experience with functional testing tools (e.g., Selenium, JUnit, TestNG).
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and microservices architecture.
• Good knowledge of version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure).
• ISTQB or equivalent testing certification.

Salary (Rate): £318.60 per day

City: Sheffield

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: on-site

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

• QA Engineer - Java
• Location: Sheffield - Onsite 2/3 days a week
• ASAP - 31/12/2025
• Inside of IR35
• £318.60 per day

Role Description:

Functional Testing:
* Develop and execute functional test cases to validate application functionality.
* Perform end-to-end testing to ensure system integration and reliability.
* Identify, document, and track defects using appropriate tools.
* Collaborate with developers to resolve issues and ensure quality standards.
* Automate functional test cases using tools like Selenium, JUnit, or TestNG.
* Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines for continuous testing.
* Perform regression testing using automation io ensure stability of the application.

Collaboration and Communication:
* Work closely with Product Owners, BAs, and QA teams to ensure alignment on requirements and deliverables
* Participate in code reviews, testing reviews, and sprint planning sessions.
* Stay updated with the latest trends and advancements in Java development and testing practices.
* Contribute to the improvement of development and testing processes.

Java Development:
* Design, develop, and maintain high-performance Java applications.
* Write clean, efficient, and reusable code following best practices.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze requirements.
* Debug and resolve technical issues in a timely manner.
* Optimize application performance and scalability.

Key Skills and Experiences
* Experience in Java, including frameworks like Spring and Hibernate.
* Strong understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP) principles.
* Extensive experience with functional testing tools (eg, Selenium, JUnit, TestNG).
* Familiarity with RESTful APls and microservices architecture.
* Good knowledge of version control systems (eg, Git).
* Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
* Familiarity with cloud platforms (eg, AWS, Azure).
* ISTQB or equivalent testing certification.

If you are available and interested, please apply today!

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