Linux QA Engineer

Job Purpose: We are looking for a super-sharp Test Engineer to work in our Agile development teams. You will be working in a great atmosphere on stimulating projects with other talented test engineers. We will need you to provide high quality testing services to the engineering team, working with other testers assigned to a project. You will be working closely with developers and the product owner. Out testing work involves gaining a deep understanding of the product so that you can focus your testing activities. Principle Duties And Responsibilities: • Gain a deep technical understanding of the product you are testing to a developer level • Working with developers, other testers and product experts, write effective and efficient tests • Carry out both formally scripted and exploratory testing • Actively participate in sprint planning and other project group activities Essential Skills And Experience: Essential • Minimum three years’ experience working as a tester • Demonstrable ability to write efficient and effective manual tests • A strong interest in the technical side of information technology and software development • Working knowledge of Ubuntu or other Linux distributions • Use of defect tracking tools (Jira, Xray) • Comfortable using command line tools • Debug / troubleshooting skills • Excellent communication, both written and verbal • STEM degree or similar equivalent qualifications Desirable • Demonstrable experience with networking • Knowledge of vulnerability management and CVE best practices Qualities: • Team player • Excellent communicator • Attention to detail • Problem solver • Self-motivate Package & discretionary benefits: • 25 days annual leave plus an additional 2 days after 2 years’ service • 5 days additional holiday purchase available • Private medical insurance • Heath cashback plan with Healthshield • Pension scheme • Life cover 4 x salary • Season ticket loan • Salary exchange benefits (ride2work, pension) • Subsidised gym membership • Employee referral scheme • Role will be subject to an employment screening process and will require security clearance.