QA Engineer

Role: QA Engineer
Location: Manchester

Are you an experienced QA Engineer looking for your next challenge within Defence and Cyber Security? This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing technology team working on modern projects across the UK.

We are seeking a QA Engineer with a passion for quality and innovation. You'll contribute to designing and developing automated testing frameworks and processes that ensure robust, high-performing systems.



Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain test automation frameworks and tools.
  • Carry out both automated and exploratory testing across multiple environments.
  • Collaborate closely with developers, product owners, and project managers to improve quality standards.
  • Troubleshoot complex software issues and contribute to continuous integration and delivery processes.


Skills & Experience

They're looking for a QA Engineer with experience in one or more of the following:

  • Languages: Java, Python, JavaScript, TypeScript
  • Frameworks: Angular, React, Vue
  • Tools & Technologies: Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, Azure
  • Testing Frameworks: Robot, Cypress, Cucumber
  • Databases & Platforms: Elasticsearch, Neo4J, MERN stack
  • Experience with framework creation and exploratory testing

You should also be open to learning new technologies and approaches, with a proactive attitude toward professional growth.



What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary
  • 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
  • Option to buy or sell up to 5 days leave per year
  • 8% pension contribution
  • BUPA Health Cover
  • Life Cover (4x salary)
  • Electric Vehicle via Salary Sacrifice
  • EMI Scheme
  • Flexible working hours and a 10-day annual training allowance

They believe in continual learning and personal development, offering every team member an individual training plan to help you grow your skills and career.



Security Requirements

Due to the nature of the projects, you must:

  • Be a UK Citizen
  • Have lived in the UK for the last 10 years
  • Already hold a high-level security clearance

This role may require travel to customer sites in Gloucestershire, Manchester, or London.

If you're an experienced QA Engineer who thrives on solving complex challenges and wants to work in an innovative, mission-driven apply now to find out more!

Company
Applause IT Recruitment Ltd
Location
Manchester, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
£50000 - £75000/annum
Posted
Company
Applause IT Recruitment Ltd
Location
Manchester, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Permanent
Salary
£50000 - £75000/annum
Posted