Total 82 Senior Executive level Quality Assurance / Control job vacancies in City Of Manchester, Greater Manchester

About the Team:

Are you eager to elevate your career to new heights? Join us for an exhilarating opportunity to pioneer our groundbreaking digital bank project, where boundless possibilities await!

We're thrilled to extend an invitation for you to join our vibrant team of visionaries, innovators, and trailblazers.

As a Quality Assurance & Test Analyst of our digital bank project, we're not just offering a job; we're presenting an opportunity to be part of something extraordinary.

You'll collaborate closely with some of the sharpest minds in the industry, operating within a supportive and collaborative environment that fosters creativity and exploration.

Your next thrilling adventure awaits with our digital bank project. Join us in shaping the future, today!

About the Role:

• Driving software quality and efficiency within our organization
• Designing test strategies, leading testing teams, and implementing best practices to enhance overall software quality.

What You'll Do:

Test Case Execution:  

• Execute test cases based on project requirements and test plans.  
• Follow pre-designed test cases or develop own cases to test various functionalities of the bank’s digital mobile platform and other solutions.  
• Conduct both manual and automated testing to validate software functionality.  
• Document test results and report defects to the development team. 
• Assist in setting up and maintaining testing environments and testing automation tools by administering configuration and troubleshooting tasks.  

Defect Tracking and Reporting:  

• Identify, document, and track software defects using issue tracking systems.  
• Provide detailed defect reports to assist developers in understanding and resolving issues. Communicate bugs clearly and concisely, providing detailed information for easy understanding and resolution.  
• Collaborate with the team to verify bug fixes and ensure the closure of reported issues. 

Regression and Performance Testing:  

• Conduct regression testing to ensure that new software changes do not adversely affect existing functionality, and performance testing to ensure the solution platform is able to withstand high workloads  
• Develop and maintain regression/performance test suites for different software applications.  

Test Documentation:  

• Create and maintain test documentation, including test cases, test scripts, and test data.  
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of test plans and test strategies.  
• Update test cases status, log testing efforts and maintain testing artefacts  

Collaboration:  

• Work closely with engineers, product managers, testing providers, system integrators and other stakeholders to understand project requirements. 
•  Analyze and clarify testing requirements with project managers, product team and engineers  
• Participate in team meetings to discuss testing progress, challenges, and potential improvements.  
• Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams to address quality concerns. 

 Automation Support:  

• Assist in the development and maintenance of automated test scripts. Collaborate with automation engineers to identify test cases suitable for automation.  
• Adherence to Quality Standards:  
• Ensure adherence to established quality standards and processes.  
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of testing processes and methodologies. 

What We're Seeking:

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information System or a related field preferred; or with equivalent work experience together with professional certifications.  
• Relevant certifications in software testing (e.g., ISTQB) are a plus. Minimum 3 years’ working experience in a software testing team, with some experience related to end-to-end testing for large scale and major technology projects. Experienced in test planning, test design, and test execution. 
•  Experienced in both manual and automated testing. Familiar with testing standards, tools, processes, and frameworks in Agile and/or Waterfall methodologies and with at least one programming languages (e.g., Java, JavaScript, Python, Ruby, Groovy) for test automation. 
•  A meticulous eye for detail and a commitment to high quality.  
• Excellent analytics and problem-solving skills Knowledge of version control systems and continuous integration tools.  
• Good communication skills to interact effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.  
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. 
• Good domain knowledge of digital banking front-end or core banking applications. 
• Experience in managing testing on Digital platforms will be an added advantage.  
• Good cross-department communication and coordination skills, with an inquisitive mindset to ensure project implementation according to requirements in complex business and environmental situations. 

What We Value:

• Open-mindedness and constructive communication, fostering an environment of mutual support and growth.
• Responsibility and ownership, with a strong sense of accountability.
• Commitment to teamwork and achieving shared goals.
• Customer focus and dedication to delivering results.
• A proactive approach to leading change and innovation.

• Nearby public transport
• Smart casual dress code
• Medical insurance
• Open culture

Introduction

Are you passionate about the delivery of projects and programmes? Are you able to manage time, budgets, change and risk on a diverse range of transport projects?

We are currently seeking a Senior Project Control Engineer to assist the Project Controls Manager in delivering a high-quality service across Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM).

Your Role

As a Senior Project Control Engineer, working alongside our existing team of commercial, risk and project management professionals you will develop project schedules from first principles, establish robust monitoring and methods of analysis with periodic reporting up to senior levels and make recommendations to the project and programme teams.

You will lead a small team of Project Control Engineers whilst managing your own portfolio of projects and contribute to the continued development of the department.

For more information, please see the role profile at the bottom of the advert.

Who are we?

We are seeking individuals to join our Projects Group Function, where you will be part of a dynamic team controlling the development, delivery and programme management of a range of exciting projects across the whole of Greater Manchester, including over £1 billion of investment in Rail, Bus, Active Travel, Metrolink and Highways infrastructure.

At TfGM Project Controls is based upon the Association for Project Management framework to support project delivery by providing solutions to four fundamental questions:

Where are we?

What has it cost to get here?

Where are we going?

How can we correct any problems?

What you’ll bring

You will have significant experience of working in a Project Controls environment with prior experience of complex highways, large civils infrastructure or specifically rail projects being of advantage.

You will be able to demonstrate a thorough understanding of planning techniques, cost and change control, baseline management principles and be proficient in the use of Primavera (P6), Microsoft Project, Excel and SAP.

You should also be able to analyse contract programmes and understand the principles of NEC contract management in relation to programme. Good communication skills, self-motivation and a proactive approach to working are essential. You will be educated to degree level or have equivalent levels of experience.

At TfGM we’re all about making travel easier in Greater Manchester whether that be by foot, on wheels, tracks or rails (or a mixture of all four!) Our Projects Group Function plays an important part in delivering this mission being responsible for delivery of the largest transport portfolio outside of London and are responsible for delivery across a large, complex and technically diverse portfolio of capital projects and operational programmes. Our people are reliable and honest and work in a respectful, rewarding and empowering environment.

What you do and how you do it is important whatever type of role you work in at TfGM and even small behaviours and actions can have a really big impact. At TfGM, our behaviours bring to life our values of Deliver, Care and Adapt.

What we can offer you

This is a permanent position with a salary of £67,015 - £74,092 per annum. This is comprised of a base salary £56,361 - £63,438, plus market supplement of £10,654 per annum. The market supplement is paid monthly and reviewed annually. Salary on appointment will be dependent upon your skills and experience.

This market supplement is paid monthly and will be reviewed annually.

Valuing and rewarding our workforce is important to us which is why we offer a range of fantastic benefits, such as:

• 28 days holiday per annum (plus bank holidays) and the opportunity to buy additional holidays
• Flexible and hybrid working options to support a culture of promoting good work/life balance
• Free bus, rail or Metrolink travel to and from work within the Greater Manchester boundary
• Local Government Defined Benefit Pension Scheme which includes life cover of 3x your salary and options to increase your pension contributions
• Personal development and upskilling through apprenticeships
• Commitment to learning and personal development and upskilling with reimbursement of professional fees, where essential to the role
• We promote good physical and mental health and can provide additional support to staff via our employee assistance programme when required

What's next?

To apply please submit your CV and also provide a covering letter providing clear examples of how your experience meets the requirements of the role, all appointments will be based on merit. Our short-listing process is anonymised, so please do not include your name or contact details on either of these documents. If any personal details are included these will be visible to the hiring manager.

TfGM is proud to be an equal opportunities employer that encourages and celebrates diversity. We want to recruit and retain a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcome individuals from all backgrounds by committing to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We will offer support and reasonable adjustments if required and we also have a Guaranteed Assessment Scheme which you can find out more information on here.

For this opportunity, you must be able to prove you have the right to work in the UK - if in doubt please visit the following link Employers' right to work checklist - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). Please note we are not a licensed sponsor.

Please note we may close the advert early if we receive a high volume of applications.

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About Katalon

Founded in 2016, Katalon is the leading provider of a modern, comprehensive quality management platform. Katalon Platform enables quality assurance, DevOps, and software teams of any size to deliver world-class customer experiences faster, easier, and more efficiently.

Since its first launch, Katalon has experienced tremendous growth, serving more than 100,000 users across 30,000 teams of all shapes & sizes, many of which are in the Fortune Global 500, such as PwC, KMPG, Abbott, etc. Katalon is recognized as a top automation tool by prestigious review sites, such as Gartner, Capterra, and IT Central Station. 

YOUR ROLE IN THE TEAM :

We’re looking for a Quality Engineer to apply software testing techniques and test automation as part of our world-renowned Quality Platform delivery team, especially dedicated to the Commerce Engine product team.

You will be part of a cross-functional team of passionate technologists assessing the software quality of our platform. You will apply a modern, innovative testing approach and leverage test automation solutions that maintain and improve your team’s velocity. You will take on a variety of new challenges, continually learn from others, and establish expertise in several areas of quality engineering.

Core Responsibilities

• Learn our existing automation-first quality approach to reflect the maturing complex architecture of our platform
• Create test automation scripts with robust patterns for high reliability
• Conduct exploratory testing (using Rapid Software Testing methodology) as needed
• Create concise, reproducible defect observations
• Manage your assigned tasks within a sprint and track the progress
• Participate in Scrum ceremonies and provide your inputs during effort sizing for testing tasks
• Share your learning with other members of the Quality Engineering team

Must-Have:

• Strong knowledge of software testing methodologies and tools;
• Ability to develop test automation frameworks or to use test automation frameworks and tools such as Katalon Studio, Selenium, and Playwright;
• Experience in version control systems such as GIT;
• Have experience with API testing;
• Basic knowledge of SQL;
• Strong Exploratory and Ad-hoc testing skills;
• Passion for building products and giving feedback to product teams;
• Familiar with agile projects such as Scrum;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Good communication in English in both speaking and writing;
• Peaceful and positive attitude.

Nice to Have:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/ Software Engineering or equivalent;
• Have knowledge and experience with Selenium Grid;
• Knowledge of cloud providers such as LamdaTest, Kobiton, BrowserStack and Saucelabs;
• Experience with Performance Testing using tools such as Jmeter;
• Experience with Native App Automation frameworks/tools such as Appium/Katalon Studio;
• Have knowledge about AWS fundamentals.

At Katalon, we bring together self-starting, open-minded, and talented people while actively promoting a transparent and growth-enabling working environment. But don’t just take our word for it. Take a better look below!

• Total Remuneration: Satisfying your financial goals through competitive compensation and periodic performance bonuses.
• Well-being & Work-life Balance: Staying healthy through comprehensive health plans, flexible work arrangements, and generous paid leaves.
• Statutory Compliance: Labor compliance with local regulations that ensure employee security.
• Work Facilities & Accommodation: Top-notch equipment, supportive allowances, and A-class facilities.
• Diversity, Equity, Engagement, & Inclusion: Becoming part of a global team that celebrates differences, equal opportunity, and meaningful employee recognition.
• Growth & Rewards: Thriving professionally through employee enablement, a culture of trust, and rewarding performance.

Katalon is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We care about our people and celebrate our differences. We want to work with talented, collaborative, and innovative people. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other characteristics protected by law.

Are you looking for an opportunity to make an impact, grow your skills and catapult your career with a growing company?

MealSuite is looking for Manual Tester to join our development team on our mission to revolutionize the continuum of care through our all-in-one foodservice management technology.

Our International Development team works around the clock building innovative solutions that help our customers in senior living and healthcare industries enhance the mealtime experience for their patients and residents. In an industry that is constantly evolving, MealSuite’s software comes with a promise for continual innovation and growth with our customers. We never stop pushing boundaries and are always steering the future of our industries as innovation leaders in our space.

As part of our QA team, your mission is to stay on top of the latest releases, contribute to projects, and deliver the best quality solutions for our customers.

• Stock options.
• Vietnam labor law contract with full benefits.
• 13th months salary
• 1 day work remote every week.
• Up to 22 days annual leave.
• 100% probation salary.
• Unlimited access to Udemy Business online learning platform
• Free snacks & beverages
• Team events.
• Awesome and meaningful products.

As a Senior International Trade Compliance Analyst, you will perform the following duties:

• Enforces U.S. trade laws through the conduct of Antidumping and Countervailing Duty (AD/CVD) proceedings; and by performing related analysis and research.
• Identifies and selects respondents in AD/CVD proceedings; issues questionnaires, analyzes responses and prepares supplemental questionnaires.
• Serves a leading role in the verification of sales data submitted by interested parties, and performing margin calculations using SAS software and/or the subsidy rate calculations using Excel.
• Provides leadership, training, advice, and assistance to junior analysts.
• Briefs managers and senior decision makers on any issues in assigned AD/CVD cases.
• Reviews and prepares briefing materials, papers, and other communication documents.

As a Senior International Trade Compliance Analyst, you will perform the following duties:

• Enforces U.S. trade laws through the conduct of Antidumping and Countervailing Duty (AD/CVD) proceedings; and by performing related analysis and research.
• Identifies and selects respondents in AD/CVD proceedings; issues questionnaires, analyzes responses and prepares supplemental questionnaires.
• Serves a leading role in the verification of sales data submitted by interested parties, and performing margin calculations using SAS software and/or subsidy rate calculations using Excel.
• Provides leadership, training, advice, and assistance to junior analysts.
• Briefs managers and senior decision makers on any issues in assigned AD/CVD cases.
• Reviews and prepares briefing materials, papers, and other communication documents.

• Support EPPI Operation Advisor representative in identifying opportunities for improved operational performance at the organizational level
• Draw up and / or review reports, organizational procedures, technical documentation;
• Support EPPI Operation Advisor representative in making sure the organizational procedures are understood and applied.
• Conduct regular visual audits of the facilities, main carriageway and equipment and produce audit reports, in compliance with contract requirements and company best practices.
• Conduct internal audits for client’s operation and EPPI operation
• Oversee the toll auditors in the routine audits of toll collection data (transactions, class discrepancies, collected revenues, revenue discrepancies).
• Manage the quality management system to achieve the overall goals of meeting the client’s and EPPI’s requirement.
• Reporting to MCX management on all quality control and quality assurance issues.
• Monitor the accuracy and exhaustiveness of data collected.
• Provide recommendations on business process improvements and best practices.
• Oversee the analysis of relevant project data to support recommendations for corrective action, improvements and best practices’ implementation on MCX.
• Monitor the production and the deadlines of the deliverables due to external stakeholders.
• Monitor the project’s performance against key performance indicators and delivery of all due contractual obligations.
• Assist in recommending and conducting trainings for the Staff.
• Perform other related duties as may be assigned from time to time.

 Pay up to £43,347 plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid home working, flexible hours, and great work life balance. 

DWP. Digital with Purpose. 

We're looking for a Senior QA Tester to join our DWP Digital community to test and assure innovations to applications and services that allow millions of users to access essential benefits.

DWP is UK's largest department, every year we pay over £120 billion to 18million DWP customers. 

DWP services cover everything from helping children & families right through to supporting relatives of lost loved ones. 

We help people find jobs, support people financially when they are unable to work due to health conditions and make ensure everybody has the money they need to live during their retirement years. 

The scale of what we do is outstanding, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. 

What skills, knowledge and experience will you need to show us in your application? 

• Providing testing leadership and guidance determine the most appropriate strategies to deliver quality solutions in a SaaS environment*
• Effectively managing your own workload proactively and supporting others, leading delivery of testing to high quality and value
• Developing and maintain reusable test collateral such as test cases and data etc
• Acting as an escalation point for defects or issues preventing delivery of Testing activities and facilitating their resolution
• Driving collaboration by aligning teams and activities and highlighting the key dependencies, impacts, risks and priorities around user experience or technical needs
• Leading reviews of test practices and provide guidance on improvements and lessons learned to your team and community.

You and your role 

You will be part of our Tech Services Communication and Collaboration Team on items such as Sensitivity Labels and Cross-Government Collaboration projects that DWP is leading on.

You'll give technical and strategic leadership to multiple Testers across our product teams.

That means overseeing the products they deliver, support and test, and includes environment maintenance, upgrades, and availability, tooling support and defect triage.

Our QA Testers are at the centre of innovation at DWP. When we try something new, you and your team tell us if it works, spot defects and resolve issues. You'll make sure our products work for millions of people who need them.

Details. Wages. Perks. 

Location: You'll join us in your choice of one our brilliant digital hubs in Leeds, Manchester or Newcastle-upon-Tyne. 

Hybrid Working: We have all the tools and tech we need to enable our people to work flexibly. We work a hybrid model with a mix of home working and sometime in the office. 

Pay: In return for your skills, we offer competitive pay of up to £43,347 p.a. 

Pension: You'll be eligible for a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97% (Worth up to £12,500/year). 

Holidays: You'll get a generous leave package starting at 26 days, rising to 31 days over time, plus all the usual bank holidays, and the option to take extra days off on flexi leave. 

We also have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: 

• Flexible working, flexi hours and flexi days 

• Hybrid working: some time in a hub with the team, some time at home 

• Family-friendly policies 

• Time off volunteering and charitable giving 

• Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' 

• Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more 

• Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket 

• Sports and social activities 

• Working in an award-winning environment and culture 

• Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. 

Click 'Apply' for more information and to start an application on Civil Service Jobs. 

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