IT Test Engineer I am currently supporting a valued client in finding a talented IT Test Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role is crucial for ensuring the robustness and reliability of my client's critical software applications and IT infrastructure. Role Overview: As an IT Test Engineer working with my client, you will be responsible for conducting comprehensive manual and automated testing across a range of software solutions. You will collaborate closely with product owners, developers, and operational teams, ensuring technology solutions meet high standards of quality and performance. Responsibilities: Create, execute, and manage detailed test plans, test cases, and scripts to verify software functionality and reliability. Conduct manual and automated testing, identifying and documenting defects to enhance system performance. Collaborate with internal teams, including development and operations, to understand project requirements and ensure thorough testing. Utilise and maintain automation frameworks and tools (e.g., Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, Cypress) to increase testing efficiency. Perform functional, regression, integration, security, and performance testing to ensure comprehensive coverage. Accurately document defects and track resolution processes using industry-standard tools such as JIRA or Bugzilla. Analyse test results, providing clear, actionable reports to facilitate improvements. Work collaboratively within a DevOps environment, integrating testing processes into CI/CD pipelines. Continuously update knowledge on current and emerging testing methodologies and technologies. Essential Qualifications & Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience in software testing, Quality Assurance (QA), or IT systems validation. Strong understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC). Demonstrable expertise in test automation tools and techniques. Experience conducting API and database testing (SQL, MySQL). Proficiency in Agile methodologies, particularly Scrum. Exceptional analytical skills with a proactive approach to problem-solving. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, able to work effectively in team environments. Working Conditions & Benefits: Competitive salary, commensurate with experience. Professional growth opportunities, including certification and training. Supportive, innovative, and collaborative working culture. Requirement for on-site working (hybrid flexibility). If you are interested in joining a leading team and contributing to innovative and security-focused projects, please apply or contact me directly to discuss further details.