Software Tester

**Job Title**: System Tester
**Location**: Liverpool L3 (Hybrid - 3 days a week in the office)
**Salary**: Up to £25,000 DOE
**Type**: Full-Time, Permanent
**Sector**: Software / IT

**About Us**

iCede Solutions is a small business committed to building reliable platforms that our clients trust. We are redefining how global insurers operate through agile, scalable, and intelligent technology solutions. Based in Liverpool, we blend innovation with industry experience to deliver platforms that drive efficiency and compliance in demanding environments. As we grow, we’re looking for passionate problem-solvers to help shape the future of insurance technology.

**The Role**

We are looking for a detail-oriented individual to join our testing team as a **System Tester** (focused on **regression testing**). You will work closely with developers and analysts from the early stages of each project or enhancement to help deliver high-quality software to our clients.

You’ll play a key role in ensuring the integrity of our systems by designing and executing regression tests that confirm system changes function as expected and do not adversely affect existing functionality.

Full training on the iCede platform will be provided. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to enter the tech industry and join a collaborative, agile team in a fast-paced environment.

**What We’re Looking For**
- **Reliable and self-motivated** - Takes ownership of assigned tasks and delivers consistently to deadlines.
- **Eager to learn** - Quickly familiarises with complex systems and actively participates in training.
- **Collaborative** - Works effectively with developers, analysts, product owners, and QA colleagues.
- **Clear communicator** - Can document defects and explain technical issues clearly, including to non-technical stakeholders.
- **Open to feedback** - Receptive to peer reviews and continual improvement.
- **Willingness to develop** - Keeps up to date with testing tools, methodologies, and best practices.
- **Adaptable to change** - Comfortable adjusting to shifting priorities, new technologies, or organisational changes.
- **Proactive** - Investigates anomalies independently, raises risks early, and suggests improvements.

**Key Responsibilities**
- **Execute manual and automated regression test cases**
Run pre-defined test scripts to verify that existing software continues to function correctly after changes.
- **Log and track defects**
Record bugs or inconsistencies using our defect tracking system.
- **Review release notes and requirements**
Identify areas of the system that may be impacted and plan appropriate regression coverage.
- **Assist in creating and updating test cases**
Help maintain test scripts as system features evolve.
- **Validate fixes under supervision**
Re-test resolved defects and confirm no new issues are introduced.
- **Escalate concerns promptly**
Flag unclear test steps, unexpected results, or risks to the Lead Analyst or QA Engineer.
- **Develop understanding of insurance workflows**
Learn how policy management, claims, and reporting components interact.
- **Be proactive in your own learning**
Take initiative in improving your QA knowledge and system familiarity.
- **Participate in stand-ups and team meetings**
Share progress, raise blockers, and contribute to a culture of quality.
- **Maintain training materials**
Keep manuals and video content up to date with system changes.

**Eligibility Criteria**
- Right to work in the UK
- Must be within commuting distance of Liverpool City Centre (L3)
- A-Levels or equivalent as a minimum with relevant experience
- OR a degree in any discipline (no prior experience necessary)
- ISTQB or similar testing qualification is desirable but not essential

**What we offer**:

- Salary Up to £25k (Dependent on experience)
- Hybrid working (3 days office)
- Macbook Pro
- Private Healthcare
- Pension contributions matched up to 6%
- 25 Days Holiday
- Learning and Development Budget

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From £25,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Private medical insurance
- Sick pay
- Work from home

Application question(s):

- Are you located within easy commuting distance of Liverpool City Centre?

**Language**:

- English (required)

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

**Location**:

- Liverpool L3 (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 01/08/2025