Test Engineer

Test Engineer (Hybrid - Manual & Automation Testing)
Salary: competitive depending upon experience + benefits
Where the job is based: hybrid (home-based & working with Kerv Digital office/customer site visits as required) UK HQ, Seven House, 18 High Street, Longbridge, B31 2UQ
Who we are:
Dive into a world where technology meets innovation. At Kerv Digital, we're not just another tech company. We’re the problem solvers, the magicians who transform complex challenges into seamless digital experiences. Utilising a powerful blend of Power Platform, DevOps, Data experiences, and Software Engineering, we create business solutions that truly resonate with our clients while driving extreme value
With our roots planted in Birmingham and branches spreading across the globe from London to Bangalore, we're a proud member of the Kerv Group - a dynamic £112m revenue technology consultancy leader with a dedicated team of over 700 professionals, partnering with 800+ sector leaders.
People come first always. We are incredibly proud of our unparalleled work culture. Not just words on paper, we wear our "Great Place to Work" certifications from the UK and India like badges of honour. Immerse yourself in an ocean of opportunities in an atmosphere that celebrates collaboration. Sharpen your prowess with a global multi-discipline team and be guided by the industry's most forward-thinking leaders.
The Role / Who we are looking for:
We are seeking a skilled Test Engineer to join our growing team to ensure the quality and reliability of our projects we deliver to our clients.
The candidate will be responsible for performing both manual and automated testing of Microsoft Dynamics solutions. You will need to be comfortable if the majority of your testing is in manual testing, equally as much as if it was in automation.
This role requires a strong understanding and experience of testing at all levels and types as well on a technical front the ability to create and maintain test automation frameworks and suites for a project, aligning with best practice and standards. You will also be required to perform API and Accessibility testing.
Key Responsibilities:
* Perform manual and automated testing of Microsoft Dynamics solutions to identify and document defects
* Develop and execute manual and automated test scripts to enhance testing efficiency
* Conduct API testing to ensure seamless integration and functionality
* Collaborate with developers and business analysts to understand requirements and design test cases
* Report and track defects, and work with the development team to resolve issues
* Participate in test planning, estimation, and risk analysis activities
* Continuously improve testing processes and methodologies
Skills & Experience:
* Minimum of 3 years’ experience in software testing
* Proven experience in both manual and automated testing at all levels of testing
* Familiar with test and bug management, ideally within Azure Dev Ops (ADO)
* Hands-on experience with API testing tools (e.g., Postman, SoapUI)
* Experience with test automation frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Playwright)
* Familiarity with Scrum methodology and how testing activities fit in
* Automation Framework Design and Implementation (Java, c#)
* Coding standards for automation
* Familiarity with version control repositories and pipeline such as Git & ADO)
* Ability to develop automated functional tests, which exercise the UI, API and DB layers.
* Creation of clear, meaningful Test Result Reports
* Highly delivery focused and engaging effectively with all types of team members to drive projects forwards
Candidates are expected to have all of the following skills;
• Strong understanding of software testing principles and methodologies
• Proficiency in writing and executing manual test cases and test scripts
• Ability to perform API testing and validate data integrity
• Knowledge of test automation tools and frameworks
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities
• Attention to detail and a commitment to quality
• Analytical and proactive in their approach to testing and problem solving
• Experienced at carrying out testing activities in Scrum methodology and contributing in all ceremonies (Planning, Stand Ups, demo and retros)
• Ability to drive testing processes starting from planning phase to test execution, bug fixing and support
• Knowledge of test management and bug-tracking tools
• Capable of engaging at all levels with customers
• Test planning and estimation
Desirable skills:
• Experience of working with Microsoft Dynamics products
• ISTQB Testing Certifications or equivalent
• Non-functional testing experience including performance and security testing
We’re also looking for people that fit how we work, which is something like;
• happiest working under their own direction, but fully supported when needed
• an obvious attention to detail, we want you to obsess about the little things
• an escalation handler, able to achieve win-win outcomes by utilising the skills across the team
• ability to work effectively with remote teams in India
• ability to work flexibly to deliver on-time to tight timescales
What we can do for you:
We’re a transparent, honest and fiercely equal employer that believes completely in providing the best possible work experience for our employees:
Real Flexibility – we’re a family first organisation, and if the work gets done, you can work when and wherever you want. A healthy approach for most of our teams seems to be splitting three ways between home, customer sites and the office.
Awesome Environment – all of our employees will tell you that we foster an easy going environment, are experts at what we do and care deeply about what we work on, and the company was started specifically to find a way for people to take more enjoyment from their work.
Interesting Work – these days most of our customers are household names and many of our projects have an important impact on the world around us. The kind of things we do regularly include working with not-for-profits to transform how they leverage technology, working with public bodies to shape digital services and working with top tier private entities to bring genuinely new and meaningful products and services to market.
Great Benefits – all the usual suspects and then some. Some highlights include our choose-your-own tech approach to end-user devices, well stocked cupboards with tasty goodies (we’re a food first company too), excellent professional development support including frequent in-house training for tech. you can’t get trained on anywhere else and private healthcare. Full disclosure; some benefits can only be provided after probation.
Recognition & Growth – Recognized as a 'Great Place to Work' in both the UK and India, our commitment to excellence goes beyond our products and services. Our culture is a testament to the dedicated technologists who work tirelessly to drive our vision forward. Being a part of Kerv Digital means embracing a culture of innovation, collaboration, and mutual respect. Our teams in the UK and India thrive in an atmosphere that promotes continuous learning and growth.
Join us at Kerv Digital, where we don’t just build groundbreaking technology - we build future.
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More on equality:
At Kerv, we’re building something special and we’re building it to last. We want everybody to feel valued, included and love working together. With an uncompromising pursuit of amazing employee experience, we always strive to do the right thing. We believe and will relentlessly promote and support the power of diversity, equality and belonging, through collaboration and creating exceptional solutions together.
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