QA Engineer

As a QA Engineer within the Information Technology team here at Watchfinder, you will analyse business requirements, define test scripts, execute test scripts and monitor/manage bugs from testing of new projects and features across Watchfinder products.

You will play a key role in supporting the delivery of high-quality digital features and journeys across all our platforms, working closely with our in-house software developers, engineers and product team to fully understand business requirements to ensure comprehensive testing is completed.

We are looking for an individual who puts quality first and sees the value in a good QA process. You will be an excellent problem solver, with an eye for detail and the ability to think of scenarios that others might not. You will own the quality of the user journey from planning phase to the release to the live environment.

How will you make an impact?

• Translating application storyboards into functional test cases (BDD)
• Assist the Development & Engineering team in assessing and improving testability of applications
• Work with Software Developers and support personnel to identify defects and raise bugs where appropriate
• Utilise various functional and load testing tools as appropriate, to automate the execution of complex test cases
• Participate in feature planning & release sessions
• Understanding and maintaining software quality for features built by defining test plans and approaches ensuring comprehensive testing is completed
• Working closely with the Product Management team to fully understand the business requirements to ensure test plans are fit for purpose and are fully scoped with timelines for completion
• Ensure that all documentation such as written test plans and test scripts are all completed
• Staying abreast with the latest, state-of-the-art testing tools and automation platforms/techniques

How will you experience success with us?

• Significant experience in software web automation testing and software quality assurance
• Knowledge and working experience of UI testing frameworks, e.g., Selenium, TestCafe, Cypress, etc
• Knowledge and working experience of API automation testing frameworks, e.g., Node Fetch, Postman, etc
• Load testing best practices and frameworks e.g., k6, Locust, JMeter, etc
• Knowledge of Gherkin or Cucumber syntax
• Exposure to TypeScript and/or node.js
• Good team player and able to work on own initiative.
• Proven ability of establishing strong, effective working relationships at all levels.
• Willingness to learn new skills and technologies
• A self-motivator able to work independently and flexibly with an ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

Your Journey With us:

1st Stage – After your application has been selected, our Talent team will reach out to you within two weeks to conduct and introductory call

2nd Stage – Video interview with the Software Development Manager & QA Team Lead. If successful, you will then be sent a test to complete ahead of final interview.

3rd Stage – Final Interview with two other members of the technology/QA Team.

Why work for Watchfinder?

Firstly, what makes Watchfinder a great place to work is the people! Whether that be within your immediate team or across other areas of the business, there really is a family feel across the whole company.

If personal growth and development is high on your priority list, then Watchfinder is the place for you. We’ve had numerous success stories throughout the business of our staff furthering and developing their careers, proving to be integral contributors to the company.

How do we keep you smiling?

As a member of the Watchfinder community, you are also part of a much bigger family at Richemont. We strongly believe in internal development, mobility and offering various opportunities to enhance both your personal and professional development. You will have the opportunity for your voice to be heard, drive change, and make a real impact from day one. This is a fast-growing company, going through an exciting period of change from a UK centric business to an international company. Giving you the opportunity to grow and gain further opportunities in the future. This position will also give you the opportunity of genuine career development within a dynamic and forward-thinking international business.

On top of this we offer a competitive salary and benefits package which includes:

• Private healthcare and dental Scheme
• Competitive pension scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistant programme
• Extensive group discounts
• Life assurance
• Income Protection
• 24 days annual leave + Bank Holidays + additional days for Birthday & wedding and moving home.