Software Manual Testing Specialist
Posted 1 day ago by Envisage Recruitment Limited
£27 Per hour
Inside
Hybrid
Birmingham
Summary: The IT Software Manual Testing Specialist role at Envisage Recruitment Ltd. involves overseeing the quality assurance of software platforms for a major manufacturing installation. The position requires independent management of complex testing projects and providing technical leadership to junior QA members. The role is hybrid, with three days on-site in Birmingham, and is classified as inside IR35. The contract duration is 12 months, rolling.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and build comprehensive test cases, plans, and strategies across multiple software platforms.
- Convert manual test preparations into automated scripts to improve lifecycle efficiency.
- Deliver high-quality products by executing Regression, Functional, Integration, and End-to-End (E2E) testing.
- Facilitate UI, functional, and unit testing across cross-browser environments and mobile devices.
- Partner with Software Development teams, Database Administrators, and Product Owners to identify system deficiencies and escalate issues for timely resolution.
- Mentor junior QA team members, provide coaching to developers on quality standards, and facilitate problem resolution in complex environments.
- Prioritize and track test execution and defects, recommending corrective actions to maintain project timelines.
Key Skills:
- Manual Testing, Regression Testing, Functional Testing, Integration Testing, UI/UX Testing, Unit Testing.
- Manual-to-Auto Conversion, Test Scripting.
- Software Architecture, Database Validation, Mobile Device Testing, Cross-browser Testing.
- Project Management, Mentoring/Coaching, Stakeholder Management, Problem Resolution.
- Senior Professional (P3) with advanced knowledge of the QA job area.
- Advanced education in IT or Software Engineering preferred.
- Must be able to work under IR35 regulations.
Salary (Rate): £27.21/hour
City: Birmingham
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: Senior
Industry: IT
Job Description: IT Software Manual Testing Specialist
Company: Envisage Recruitment Ltd.
Location: Birmingham (Castle Bromwich / Hybrid – 3 days on-site, subject to change)
Position Type: Contract (12 Months, Rolling)
Rate: £27.04 per Hour (Inside IR35)
Role Overview: As a Senior Professional (P3), you will be responsible for the end-to-end quality assurance of software platforms supporting a major manufacturing capability installation. You will work independently with limited supervision, managing complex testing projects and providing technical leadership to junior QA members and offshore teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and build comprehensive test cases, plans, and strategies across multiple software platforms.
- Convert manual test preparations into automated scripts to improve lifecycle efficiency.
- Deliver high-quality products by executing Regression, Functional, Integration, and End-to-End (E2E) testing.
- Facilitate UI, functional, and unit testing across cross-browser environments and mobile devices.
- Partner with Software Development teams, Database Administrators, and Product Owners to identify system deficiencies and escalate issues for timely resolution.
- Mentor junior QA team members, provide coaching to developers on quality standards, and facilitate problem resolution in complex environments.
- Prioritize and track test execution and defects, recommending corrective actions to maintain project timelines.
Technical Skills & Keywords:
- Manual Testing, Regression Testing, Functional Testing, Integration Testing, UI/UX Testing, Unit Testing.
- Manual-to-Auto Conversion, Test Scripting.
- Software Architecture, Database Validation, Mobile Device Testing, Cross-browser Testing.
- Project Management, Mentoring/Coaching, Stakeholder Management, Problem Resolution.
Requirements:
- Senior Professional (P3) with advanced knowledge of the QA job area.
- Advanced education in IT or Software Engineering preferred.
- Must be able to work under IR35 regulations.
- Generally Hybrid (3 days on-site in Birmingham), though flexibility is required based on project needs.