Software Development Engineer in Test

3 weeks ago


Swansea, United Kingdom Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency Full time

Job summary

Do you have experience of automation development and Continuous Integration?

Would you like to work with leading serverless and cloud-based technologies?

If so, we would love to hear from you

Job description

At the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA), we take testing very seriously and we automate as much as we can. Our Software Development Engineer in Test (SDETs) are building best-in-class test automation software so that we can build products quickly and safely.

We will look to you to build and execute test automation for our brand new or newly transformed services. You will be a critical part of a squad following a behaviour-driven design approach (ATDD) making sure our software is tested and testable and continually driving all aspects of quality improvements.

This is a fantastic opportunity to build upon your skills and experience while helping to build world class digital services that pave the way for future business transformation. If you love to test and code and want to work with cutting edge cloud-first technologies, we encourage you to apply.�

Responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include but will not be limited to:�

Developing and executing test automated frameworks.Working in an agile environment with product development teams.Ensuring good engineering practices and knowledge sharing within your team.Working closely with business analysts and agile delivery managers to prepare and review user stories and tasks.Helping ensure that our services are resilient and supported.

For further information about the role please see the attached role profile.��

Additional information

Applications will be accepted from full time/part time/job sharers. Full time roles at DVLA consist of 37 hours per week. Part time and/or flexible working may also be available subject to the needs of the business. If you have a flexible or part time working requirement, you should contact the vacancy holder in advance of making an application to avoid possible disappointment later in the process should your desired working arrangements not be compatible with the requirements of the role. To contact the vacancy holder, please use the job contact details listed under �Contact point for applicants�.�

Person specification

We are looking for experienced developers who are proficient in Automation Testing, able to use modern programming language and to programmatically test any software product and develop automation for it.

You will have experience of improving QA efficiency through test automation and tools and will proactively look to implement Continuous Testing principles to speed up the feedback cycle for all elements of quality using automation by default.

You will have a high attention to detail and not be afraid to challenge when required and will enjoy working as part of a team in a fast-paced Agile delivery environment.

Working for the DVLA Digital Team

At DVLA, licensing is just the start. Every project you implement, touch and deliver has a ripple effect that�ll wash across the nation. Here the work you�re doing has the capacity to change the way 50 million people interact with our services. As we aim to keep our roads some of the safest in the world, our innovative, transformative digital-led services help optimise a nation of individuals and business every single day.����

To see how our people are transforming our digital services, head over to our and, to understand more about the great opportunities and benefits of working at DVLA read our .���

Visit the to read the blogs written by our engineers and find out more about the work we do.

Due to the evolving nature of the business, vacancies can become available at any time. Therefore, this campaign may create a reserve list to fulfil demand if it arises which will be held for a period of 12�months.�

Behaviours

We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

Working Together

Technical skills

We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:

Benefits

Passionate, reliable and always willing to push yourself and those around you, you�ll continue to seek improvement in your own role and challenge us too. Because we pride ourselves on how we approach your development. From training courses to specialist skills workshops and opportunities to grow your expertise, we thrive when you thrive. You can find out more about all of the above alongside a full list of our benefits:�����

Best in class learning and development tailored to your role.An environment with flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance.A culture encouraging inclusion and diversitywith a range of staff communities to support all our colleagues.Generous employer contribution of , depending on chosen pension scheme.Digital communitieswith clear career frameworks.On-site gym plus personal training available (membership applies). �On-site nursery, restaurants and coffee bar.�25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing by 1 each year (up to 30) & 1 extra day for the King�s birthday.Free parking.A hybrid office/home based working model where staff will spend a minimum of 60% of their time in the office over a month, with flexibility dependent on balancing business and individual need.

There are many more opportunities and great benefits of working at DVLA, visit our for further information.�����



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