Software Test Engineer
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Job Summary
Software Test Engineer (QA / Technical Author)
Salary:(DOE)
Location: Rugeley Staffordshire
Contract: Full-Time Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday 9:00am 5:30pm
Youll play a pivotal role in ensuring the reliability performance and user clarity of critical software systems. Your time will be split between software testing (manual and automated) and producing technical documentation that supports users developers and engineers alike.
Key Responsibilities
Software Testing & QA
What Were Looking For
Essential Skills & Experience
Desirable Extras
Why Apply
Job Ref: EN986
Note: Hollyfield Personnel will only contact successful candidates within 5 - 7 working days of application receipt. By applying for this vacancy you give permission for Hollyfield Personnel to contact you and retain your details.
Salary:(DOE)
Location: Rugeley Staffordshire
Contract: Full-Time Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday 9:00am 5:30pm
Youll play a pivotal role in ensuring the reliability performance and user clarity of critical software systems. Your time will be split between software testing (manual and automated) and producing technical documentation that supports users developers and engineers alike.
Key Responsibilities
Software Testing & QA
- Design and execute detailed test plans test scripts and test cases
- Conduct functional regression integration and system-level testing
- Identify and report defects collaborating with developers to resolve them
- Ensure software meets defined requirements and industry safety standards
- Continuously improve testing procedures and frameworks
- Create and maintain a range of technical documents including:
- User manuals & product guides
- API documentation
- Installation/configuration instructions
- Release notes and test reports
- Translate complex technical information into accessible clear documentation
- Liaise closely with software and engineering teams to keep documentation accurate and current
What Were Looking For
Essential Skills & Experience
- Strong experience in software testing and quality assurance
- Confident with manual and automated testing tools (e.g. Selenium Postman JIRA)
- Solid understanding of QA methodologies practices and frameworks
- Experience writing technical documentation for software products
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving mindset
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
- Familiarity with version control tools (e.g. Git)
Desirable Extras
- ISTQB Foundation Certification (or equivalent)
- Previous work in safety-critical or regulated industries (e.g. aerospace medical)
- Understanding of APIs and integration testing
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automation frameworks
Why Apply
- Be part of a reputable and growing company making a real-world impact
- Enjoy a varied role that blends testing with creativity and communication
- Work in a collaborative supportive environment with long-term career potential
Job Ref: EN986
Note: Hollyfield Personnel will only contact successful candidates within 5 - 7 working days of application receipt. By applying for this vacancy you give permission for Hollyfield Personnel to contact you and retain your details.
Key Skills
- Continuous Integration
- APIs
- Jenkins
- Junit
- Quality Assurance
- Agile
- Testng
- Software Testing
- Java
- Test Automation
- Cucumber
- Selenium
About Company
Hollyfield Personnel is a Recruitment Agency based in Sutton Coldfield that work hard to deliver a personal, bespoke approach with all of our clients and candidates alike.
