QA Automation Engineer
Location: Reading
Grade: Consultant
Employment Type: Permanent, Full Time
Hybrid/ Remote
REQ003706
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About XPS Group:
XPS Pensions Group is no ordinary company. We've earned numerous awards and accolades, making us an industry leader in Pensions Consultancy. As the largest pure pensions consultancy in the UK, we are a team of approximately 2000 employees spread across 15 locations nationwide. Listed on the London Stock Exchange Main Market, we pride ourselves on our ability to think and act differently, offering expert advice to over 1600 pension schemes and administering pensions for over 1,000,000 members.
About the Team:
XPS Group IT provides IT services to over 2000 employees in offices located across the UK and Ireland. We operate an extensive in-house IT services function including 1st, 2nd and 3rd line support, Cyber Security Services, Application Support and Development. Currently we manage some 500 VM on our internal network across two datacentres but are shifting our focus to Azure services and infrastructure.
We develop software in-house that we can tune to our own processes to give ourselves a competitive advantage. We are run a development team that is focused on pragmatic approaches to real business needs.
Key Responsibilities:
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Working with software developers to get an understanding of what the system is meant to do and its functionality.
- Analysing and understanding Test Cases and Use Cases/Requirements for validity and feasibility.
- Collaborate closely with other team members and departments.
- Execute all levels of automation testing (System, Integration, and Regression).
- Design and develop automation scripts to integrate into regression testing repository.
- Detect and track automation software defects and inconsistencies.
- Report progress, risks and defects identified to the software development and project management teams.
- Provide timely solutions.
- Provide support and documentation.
- Familiarity and an open approach to agile development principles such as mob / pair programming, short development cycles, frequent feedback, failing fast, lean concepts, etc.
Due to the changing nature of the business, the job holder may from time to time be required to undertake other activities of a similar nature that fall within their capabilities.
Your Profile:
Essential:
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4+ years of experience as an Automation QA Tester.
- 2+ years of experience working in the financial sector.
- 1+ years of experience in leveraging AI to efficiently provide robust and scalable testing frameworks.
- Experience in building out a testing library within Cypress, comprising of Unit, Component and End to End Scripts.
- Ability to work autonomously and in a team.
- Keen attention to detail.
- Ability to solve complex problems.
- Determination and tenacity to commit to the end when solving issues.
- Must be able to work competently within Quality Assurance testing team.
- Must be able to share knowledge and skills with others in the team.
Desirable:
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Experience working in the Pensions financial sector.
- Previous experience as a Software Engineer desirable.
What We Offer:
Enjoy a competitive salary, annual discretionary bonus, and 25 days’ holiday with buy/sell flexibility. Benefits include pension matching, healthcare plans, life assurance, and retailer discounts. We support our team with a flexible benefits scheme, employee assistance, and digital GP service. Participating in volunteering events is encouraged with paid volunteer days available. Referral bonuses are offered for introducing suitable candidates to XPS.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit applications below or contact
[email protected]. Join XPS Group and contribute to a dynamic and inclusive workplace.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
XPS Group is committed to diversity and equal opportunities. We welcome applications from all candidates, irrespective of sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or belief. As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure accessible and supportive work settings for all employees.
Eligibility:
Any employment offer made will be conditional upon you satisfying DBS Disclosure checks, Employment or educational references, Satisfactory credit checks and eligibility to work in the UK before an offer can be made. XPS Group is not able to provide sponsorship to employees.
Who are we:
To find out more please visit: www.xpsgroup.com
