Job description Job Title: Senior Test Engineer - KPMG Curve Base Location: Leeds based (Hybrid - 3 days per week in the office) As a result of the work that we do, we require applicants to hold or be capable of obtaining UK National Security Vetting, the requirements for which could include but not be limited to having resided in the UK for at least the past 5 years and being a UK national or dual UK national.
Please note your application will not be taken forward if you cannot fulfil these requirementsThis is KPMG Curve, our newest tech venture.
And we're doing things a little differently.
Here to solve our clients' biggest challenges and uncover even bigger opportunities, Curve is all about staying at the cutting edge of technology and swerving the mundane.As a fast-growing digital delivery service, we always stay ahead of the curve by keeping up with ever-evolving tech practices.
Whether that's unlocking the power of AI, coding for the future of the planet or everything in-between.
In a world where tech is always changing, so are we.What's in it for you?Progression at pace.
Innovation, led by constant learning.
Work that excites you with every twist and turn.
It all starts at KPMG Curve.
Here, you'll progress your career as part of a connected team, while being encouraged to be your true, authentic self.At Curve, we offer career paths that can accelerate top performers, without having to go into management.
You can stay technically focused and carry on improving in your favourite tech field.
You won't be responsible for any sales work, either.Other benefits include a learning allowance (so you can control your own growth) and paid overtime - prioritising the things that matter most to you.
We take our work-life balance seriously and will make sure you get time back if you've been working on anything heavy.
At the end of the day, your well-being is what matters most.What will you be doingThis role will be supporting successful delivery of technology enabled outcomes for some of our clients' most challenging business issues, using modern and best in class engineering methodologies Be a role model, mentor and advocate for principles and best practices in the Quality Engineering and Testing teamWork with technology delivery teams to ensure that solutions are tested successfully Test analysis and design, including development of test scripts / suites for functional & technical testingCreation and development of testing frameworks, tools & utilitiesExecution of tests/suites and report results, capture execution & key metrics over timeWork collaboratively with technology teams to drive quality and successful testingDefect management, including raising and resolving defects in a structured manner, and providing solutionsDeveloping your skills and experience, to improve your capability, and that of the teamWhat will you need to do it?A high percentage of work will require individuals to hold or be capable of obtaining UK National Security Vetting, the requirements for which could include but not be limited to having resided in the UK for at least the past 5 years and being a UK national or dual UK national.An experienced QA tester supporting projects across a variety of technologiesISEB/ISTQB qualified, or equivalent testing certificationsExcellent knowledge of Software Testing / QA Life Cycle including understanding the various types of testing (such as manual, automated, functional, non -functional)Confident in developing test plans, acceptance criteria and test conditions / test cases from user stories, technical designs and specificationsGood understanding of test management tools (such as JIRA / Zephyr, Azure DevOps)Excellent skills in acquiring and analysing test dataExperience of delivering testing by working closely with technology functions throughout the delivery lifecycle (for example, as part of '3 Amigos' in agile teams)Some knowledge and experience of test automation, non-functional testing, and technical testingSkills we'd love to see/Amazing Extras:Supporting test management in risk management, estimation, planning and prioritisation, and reportingExcellent communication skills, with the ability to influence management and to build and maintain strong team relationshipsAbility to set-up and run test tooling and frameworksTechnical or testing specialisms, such as coding for automated testing, performance engineering, accessibility testingTo discuss this or wider Technology roles with our recruitment team, all you need to do is apply, create a profile, upload your CV and begin to make your mark with KPMG.Our LocationsWe are open to talk to talent across the country but our core Tech hubs for this role are:LeedsThis position will be based from our Leeds offices, with 3 days per week in the officeWe can potentially facilitate flexible hours, and part-time options.
If you have a need for flexibility, please register and discuss this with our team.Find out more:Within Tech and Engineering we have a range of divisions and specialisms.
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Impress us and surprise yourself.
Do work that really makes a difference.
Swerve the mundane.
Join KPMG Curve.