Role: Software Tester Location: Meriden, Coventry Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 The Role Network IT are searching for an exceptional Software Tester, where you'll be hands-on in ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of cutting-edge software systems. Youll design and execute test strategies that align closely with business goals, introduce efficiencies through smart automation, and proactively identify potential issues before they reach production. Working closely with developers, DevOps teams, and external partners, youll help embed quality into every stage of the development lifecycle. If you're someone who sees testing as more than bug-huntingsomeone whos passionate about improving systems, strengthening processes, and helping teams release with confidencethis is a role where you can have real, measurable impact. Key Responsibilities Create, execute, and maintain test plans and strategies aligned with product goals Design and review detailed test cases, validating functionality and user experience Build and manage automated test scripts for regression and smoke testing Contribute to non-functional testing (e.g. performance, load) and DevOps practices Collaborate with third-party vendors and offshore teams to quality-assure deliverables Ensure smooth, stable software releases by identifying bugs and performance issues early Experience Hands-on experience in software testing and QA Proficient with JavaScript or TypeScript for scripting and automation Strong experience in SQL/database testing Exposure to DevOps tools and practices Solid understanding of Agile methodologies and the software development lifecycle Analytical mindset with a keen attention to detail Desirable Experience Experience with test automation tools (e.g., Playwright, Selenium WebDriver) Familiarity with JMeter or similar performance testing tools Background in system migrations or large-scale transformations Experience in payroll testing or working with HMRC integrations