About Company
At Career.zycto, we believe that exceptional software begins with meticulous quality assurance. We’re a forward-thinking tech firm in Bristol, dedicated to developing innovative solutions that genuinely impact our users. For a Quality Assurance Engineer, this means a dynamic environment where your expertise directly influences product reliability and user satisfaction. We foster a culture of continuous learning and collaborative problem-solving, providing ample opportunities to grow your skills and contribute to cutting-edge projects. Join us and help redefine industry standards.
Job Description
Career.zycto is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Quality Assurance Engineer to join our growing team in Redland, Bristol. As a QA Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality software products that meet and exceed user expectations. You will be embedded within our agile development teams, collaborating closely with product managers, developers, and other stakeholders from conception through to release. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who is passionate about quality, has a keen eye for detail, and thrives in a fast-paced, innovative environment. We are tackling complex challenges in user-centric web applications and data analytics solutions, and your contribution will directly influence our success.
In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and executing comprehensive test plans and test cases for our diverse suite of applications, spanning web, mobile, and backend services. Your expertise will be crucial in identifying, documenting, and tracking software defects with precision, working hand-in-hand with development teams to ensure timely resolution and root cause analysis. We are deeply committed to adopting best practices in software quality assurance, and you will actively contribute to improving our testing methodologies, expanding our automation frameworks, and enhancing overall development processes. Beyond just finding bugs, you’ll champion the end-user experience, ensuring our products are intuitive, robust, secure, and performant across various platforms and usage scenarios.
This position offers a unique chance to influence product quality from the ground up, contributing to a culture where quality is a shared responsibility, not just an end-of-cycle check. You will be empowered to explore new testing tools, introduce cutting-edge techniques, and bring fresh ideas to the table to continuously enhance our QA efforts. We value proactive problem-solvers who are eager to learn, adapt, and drive continuous improvement. If you possess a strong commitment to technical excellence and a desire to make a tangible impact on cutting-edge technology, shaping the future of our offerings, we encourage you to apply. Join Career.zycto and help us build the next generation of reliable, exceptional, and user-loved software solutions that truly stand out in the market.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases for new features and existing functionalities.
- Perform various types of testing including functional, regression, integration, performance, and user acceptance testing.
- Identify, document, and track software defects and inconsistencies, working closely with development teams for timely resolution.
- Collaborate with product managers and developers to understand requirements and ensure testability of features.
- Contribute to the improvement of existing QA processes, methodologies, and automation frameworks.
- Actively participate in agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
- Maintain and update test documentation, including test plans, test cases, and defect reports.
- Provide clear and concise feedback on product quality and user experience.
- Research and recommend new tools and technologies to enhance QA efficiency and effectiveness.
Required Skills
- Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in Quality Assurance or Software Testing.
- Solid understanding of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes.
- Experience with manual and automated testing techniques.
- Proficiency in writing clear, concise, and comprehensive test plans and test cases.
- Experience with defect tracking systems (e.g., JIRA, Azure DevOps).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to work effectively in an Agile/Scrum development environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience with test automation frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Cypress, Playwright).
- Familiarity with API testing tools (e.g., Postman, SoapUI).
- Knowledge of SQL and database testing.
- Experience with performance and security testing.
- ISTQB certification or equivalent.
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive salary package.
- Generous paid time off and public holidays.
- Private health insurance.
- Pension scheme.
- Professional development and training opportunities.
- Modern office environment in Redland, Bristol.
- Regular team social events.
- Complimentary snacks and beverages.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about quality and ready to make a significant impact, we encourage you to apply! Please click on the link below to submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this role.
