Execute hands‑on quality assurance activities, primarily manual testing, to ensure stable and reliable product releases
Collaborate closely with Developers, Product Owners, and Business Analysts to ensure solutions meet functional, non‑functional, performance, and scalability requirements
Design, maintain, and execute test artefacts including test plans, test cases, acceptance criteria, and regression test suites
Manage the full defect lifecycle, including accurate logging, prioritisation, investigation, escalation, and verification through to resolution
Define, track, and report on quality metrics to provide clear visibility of product quality and release readiness
Act as the quality subject‑matter expert within the team, promoting testing standards, best practices, and a culture of continuous improvement
Lead and participate in root cause analysis of defects and incidents, ensuring corrective and preventative actions are identified and implemented
Validate backend data integrity and test outcomes using SQL queries and database checks
Analyse application behaviour and performance using logs and metrics (e.g. Splunk) to identify quality risks
Perform API validation using tools such as Postman
Support deployments to test and staging environments using SSH and Git
Work within AWS environments (including S3, EC2, RDS, and Lambda) to support QA and testing activities
Design and execute complex test scenarios across multiple browsers and platforms
Prepare, manage, and maintain appropriate test data to support functional and end‑to‑end testing
Ensure effective fault reporting, monitoring, and communication throughout the testing lifecycle
Mentor and support team members by sharing QA knowledge, guidance, and best practices
Foster a positive, solution‑focused approach, providing clear, constructive, and open feedback
Degree‑level education in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent practical experience
Minimum of 5 years’ experience working as QA Engineer in a fast‑paced Agile environment
Strong understanding of Agile methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban
Experience across the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and Software Testing Lifecycle (STLC)
Proven experience in manual testing across functional and non‑functional requirements
Hands‑on experience testing APIs using tools such as Postman or Swagger
Comfortable working with Unix/Linux command line environments
Experience working closely with developers and coordinating test and release branches using Git
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Brand Ambassador: You represent MPS with professionalism, warmth, and purpose—bringing a human touch to everything you do.
Exceptional Communicator: Clear, confident, and articulate across written and verbal channels.
Customer-Centric: You go the extra mile to deliver outstanding service, with a meticulous eye for detail.
Organised Multitasker: You thrive in fast-paced environments, managing multiple priorities with precision.
Time-Smart: You know how to prioritise and deliver on time—every time.
Adaptable & Calm Under Pressure: You stay cool, flexible, and focused when things shift or escalate.
Solution-Oriented: Quick to spot issues and quicker to resolve them with practical, thoughtful solutions.
Strong Interpersonal Skills: You build trust with clients, partners, and teams, and you’re a great listener.
Discreet & Reliable: Trusted with confidential information and always act with integrity.
Tech-Savvy: Proficient with modern office tools and systems, including Microsoft Office Suite—especially advanced Excel.
Industry Knowledge: Deep understanding of electronic content delivery and hard drive replication within the theatrical distribution space.
Detail-Driven: You care about accuracy—nothing slips through the cracks.
Culturally Aware: You bring inclusivity and empathy to your global interactions.
Positive & Proactive: A team player who’s motivated to make a meaningful impact.
Strong Communication Skills: Able to convey technical and operational information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Strong ability to validate backend data integrity using SQL queries and database checks
Experience analysing application behaviour and performance through log and metric analysis (e.g. Splunk)
Solid understanding of API concepts and service‑based architectures
Knowledge of deployment processes and supporting test and staging environments using SSH and Git
Familiarity with AWS environments from a QA and testing perspective
Ability to design and execute complex, risk‑based test scenarios
Experience preparing and managing test data to support functional and end‑to‑end testing
Strong understanding of regression testing and maintaining effective test coverage
Knowledge of defect tracking, fault monitoring, and escalation processes
Ability to coach and support other team members in developing testing and quality capability
