Software Test Engineer
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Position Overview & Specifications
We're looking for an experienced test engineer to assist in building and maintaining automated test suites. You'll work with our development team to implement browser automation and unit tests as new features or updates are rolled out, as well as implementing tests to cover edge cases to prevent regressions on bugs that are discovered.
This is a fully remote and flexible contract role outside of IR35 where you will be expected to manage your own time and largely work independently to pick up and implement tests based on requirements recorded within an issue tracking system.
Requirements:
- Proven experience implementing browser automation tests using tools such as Selenium/Selenide.
- Unit testing experience using frameworks such as JUnit.
- Experience with Java and an understanding of core web technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
- Experience using Git for version control.
- Good communication skills.
- A creative approach to testing.
Job Type: Temporary contract
Contract length: 6 months
Salary: £30.00-£50.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexitime
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Flexitime
Work Location: Remote
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
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Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Software Test Engineer roles across Cognitous Ltd's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £30 - £50 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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