Test Engineer

About us:

We are an international company with offices in the UK, Portugal, and the US. The Virtual Forge works with organisations to create digital and technology platforms to drive transformation, develop capabilities and deliver digital and transactional experiences that build a business around the world.

We are looking for a talented Test Engineer to work with us on a dynamic project for one of our international clients.

You will be based on our beautiful rural office nearby Bath - The Glove Factory Studios.

Role Overview:

We are looking for a QA Tester to assess software quality through manual and/ or automated testing. You will be responsible for finding and reporting non-conformities and defects.

In this role, you should have a keen eye for detail and excellent communication skills. If you are also competent in executing test cases and are passionate about quality, we’d like to meet you.

Ultimately, you will ensure that our products, applications and systems work correctly.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Reviewing and analyzing system specifications
Preparing test cases and RTM
Executing test cases and reviewing results
Raising defects and retesting fixes
Reporting and documenting technical issues

Essential Skills:

Proven experience as a QA tester or similar role
Experience in project management and QA methodology
Familiarity with Agile frameworks and regression testing is a plus
Ability to document and troubleshoot errors
Working knowledge of test management software (e.g. Test Manager on VSTS)
Excellent communication skills
Attention to detail
Analytical mind and problem-solving aptitude
Strong organizational skills
BSc/BA in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field


Preferred Skills:

Knowledge on automation tools