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Opus Recruitment Solutions
Test Engineer
Ampthill, Bedfordshire
Contact Opus Recruitment Solutions
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 3 days ago
- Salary
- £300 - 350 - Day
- Recruiter
- Opus Recruitment Solutions
- Closes
- 06 Jan 2027
- Course
- No
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
Role: Test Engineer
Type: Contract (Outside IR35)
Location: Bedfordshire, UK (Remote hybrid with 1-2 days)
Duration: 2 months (Likely extension)
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Test Engineer to join a fast-paced Agile delivery team working on mobile and operational platforms. This is a hands-on testing role focused on ensuring high-quality releases through functional, integration, regression, end-to-end, API, and data testing activities.
You'll work closely with Product Owners, Engineers, Business Users, and the Test Lead to validate solutions, identify defects, and support successful releases into production.
Key Responsibilities
Design, execute, and maintain functional, integration, regression, and end-to-end test scenarios.
Validate user stories, business processes, and operational workflows.
Perform testing on real mobile/handheld devices.
Conduct API testing using tools such as Postman.
Validate system and application data using SQL queries.
Raise, track, and manage defects through to successful resolution.
Collaborate with Developers, Product Owners, and stakeholders throughout the delivery lifecycle.
Support User Acceptance Testing (UAT) activities and release readiness.
Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and quality standards.Essential Skills & Experience
Proven experience as a Test Engineer within Agile delivery environments.
Strong background in functional and exploratory testing.
Experience testing mobile applications and user-facing systems.
Hands-on API testing experience using tools such as Postman.
Good SQL skills for data validation and troubleshooting.
Strong defect management and reporting experience.
Ability to engage confidently with technical teams and business stakeholders.
Proactive, pragmatic approach with the ability to work effectively in a fast-moving environment.Desirable Experience
Experience within retail, hospitality, or frontline operational systems.
Exposure to workflow-driven or configurable platforms.
Knowledge of test automation tools and frameworks. xjnqpsq
Experience supporting large-scale business transformation or digital programmes.
Apply Now If you're a hands-on Test Engineer with strong mobile, API, and data testing experience and enjoy working in collaborative Agile teams, we'd love to hear from you. Submit your CV today for immediate consideration
Ad ID: 5419307976
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