18 Performance Testing jobs in London

Mid QA Engineer (Up to £40K)

Immediate is home to some of the biggest and most loved consumer brands in the UK, including Radio Times, Good Food and BBC Gardeners World magazine. Our trusted, quality content reaches millions of people a month across digital, print, video, podcasts, apps and live events.

We’re the destination for people looking to get more from the things they love. We’re here to inspire, fuel, encourage and educate

Whether it’s the big things, or the little things; from reaching fitness goals to savouring good food, cultivating outdoor spaces, or enjoying the latest TV sensation – we help bring our audiences joy!

About the role

We are looking for an enthusiastic QA Engineer to join one of our development teams. Reporting to the Acting Lead QA Engineer, the successful candidate will be passionate about quality and will go over and above ensuring consistent high standards are met across Immediate digital platforms and look to drive high standards for all deliveries; cultivating an environment of quality and encouraging others to consider it at all stages. 

As a QA Engineer you will;  

• Act as an integrated member of the development team, working closely to ensure the integrity and quality of changes to the products. 

• Take responsibility for representing QA at all team ceremonies. 

• Act as a QA role model; understand the grasp of quality in the development team and coach them to higher levels. 

• Ensure the execution of comprehensive functional, non-functional and regression tests. 

• Communicate bugs early and effectively and manage issues until they are resolved. 

• Consider and conduct exploratory testing to increase test coverage and maximise discovery of bugs and defects. 

• Work with other QA engineers to develop standards, best practices and guidelines. 

• Collaborate with other team members, Product Manager and Delivery Manager to help plan new functionality or major enhancements. 
• Foster good working relationships with a diverse group of colleagues.

Requirements

• Demonstrable experience of working in an agile environment.  
• Detailed knowledge of the software development life cycle.  
• Experience with Behaviour Driven Development, Data Driven Testing and Risk Based Analysis methodologies. 
• Significant web and mobile testing experience, testing across a range of browsers / devices. 
• Logging and reporting bugs in Jira (or an equivalent). 

• Demonstrable experience with at least one JavaScript test automation tool (e.g. Cypress, Postman, Selenium-WebDriverIO) and willing to broaden your testing skill set through the latest automation tools and techniques. 
• Familiarity with CI/CD concepts and the importance of continuous testing. 
• Great communication, listening and negotiating skills with colleagues. 
• API testing experience with Postman. 
• Keen learner, who continually wants to improve, to grow their own skills, their team’s skills and adapt to new tools and processes. 

Desirable  

• Automated API testing  
• Accessibility testing  
• Source Control Management (SCM) e.g. Git 
• ISTQB foundation level certificate or equivalent.  
• AWS / Docker / Jenkins 

Benefits

• A relaxed working environment with regular socials including a summer festival
• Immediate Community webinars, well-being initiatives and Mental Health First aiders
• 25 days holiday plus a day for your birthday. Our offices will be closed between Christmas and New Year’s which are in addition to your annual entitlement
• Claim back everyday health care cost with Medicash our Health Cash back plan
• Lease an Electric vehicle through our EV salary sacrifice scheme
• Tailored training and development through our Love Learning platform
• A progressive and transparent culture with clear career progression
• Flexible / hybrid working plus early finish Fridays
• Cycle to work scheme
• Enhanced Family Policies including paternity, adoption and surrogacy leave. We also provide a pregnancy loss, fertility, and carers policy
• Competitive pension plans and Life Assurance
• A newly renovated modern office with lots of collaborative spaces

At Immediate, we pride ourselves on our open, collaborative, and dynamic culture that empowers our people to thrive and give their best. We care deeply about our people, environment, and impact. Our active Diversity & Inclusion network, comprehensive well-being programs, and clear sustainability strategies reflect this commitment.

People are at the heart of our business and creating a diverse and inclusive working environment is extremely important to us. Immediate is an equal opportunities employer. We’ll never treat anyone less favourably because of their sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, marital/civil partnerships, sexual orientation, race, nationality, ethnic origin, age, religion or belief or disability. We’re also committed to supporting applications from those who are returning to work following a career break, maternity leave or caring responsibilities.

Immediate is a place where you can grow, be supported, and make a difference

My Client, a large global financial services brand is looking for an experienced Mobile QA Engineer (Manual) on a initial contract basis. The role in Inside IR35 and Hybrid in London (3 days based onsite).

We're looking for a Mobile QA Engineer (Manual) to work on award winning mobile applications that will be used by millions of customers worldwide. We want someone with strong technical skills and creativity. Should enjoy solving tough problems and working with new technologies. You should not be shy about sharing your ideas and be obsessive about user experience and high quality.

You'll be part of the Mobile Engineering team whose mandate is to develop new products and platforms for customers. Mobile Engineering's aim is to build interactive experiences at all touch points of a consumer's journey whether before, at, or after the time of purchase.

• Collaborate with Product, Design and Development teams to understand product requirements and create comprehensive test plan and test cases.
• Execute functional and automated tests to verify the accuracy, completeness, and reliability of functionality.
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of UI automated testing frameworks built on Espresso (Android) and XCUITest (iOS).
• Analyse requirements and determine technical feasibility for Automation.
• Integrate automated tests into CI to identify issues during development cycle.
• Contribute to PR reviews, submit PRs, and contribute to the goal of 100% regression automation readiness.
• Develop and maintain robust, scalable, reusable automated test scripts across applications.
• Identify, document, and track defects, working closely with development teams to ensure timely resolution and retesting.
• Improve QA delivery and quality through defining test strategy, process improvements, coordination with multiple back end teams.
• Work with the development team to define and implement mechanisms to inject testing earlier into the software development process via mocking strategy.
• Prioritise competing demands, manage multiple concurrent tasks, adapt to changing priorities.
• Participate in regression testing to validate new enhancements don't negatively impact existing functionality.
• Continuously improve the QA process and contribute to the development of testing best practices.

• Minimum 7+ years of technical experience with a bachelor's or master's degree in science (preferably Computer Science, Engineering, or other related disciplines).
• Must have hands-on testing experience in iOS and Android mobile platforms by leveraging various functional and automated tools.
• Minimum 3+ years of mobile app Automation experience with tools like Monkey Talk, Selendriod, Appium, Katalon etc.
• Possesses deep knowledge on Functional, Integration, Regression, Exploratory, End to End, Compatibility, GUI, Web Services and Accessibility testing.
• Good Understanding of Swift, Kotlin or similar functional programming language.
• Strong programming abilities and debugging skills.
• Excellent API testing experience using Postman, IntelliJ Http Client, or similar tools.
• Strong experience with Debugging tools like Charles Proxy, Splunk, Sentry, Console or similar.
• Excellent communication and team player.
• Experience with full life cycle software deployment using Agile practices.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

My Client, a large global financial services brand is looking for an experienced Mobile QA Engineer (Manual) on a initial contract basis. The role in Inside IR35 and Hybrid in London (3 days based onsite).

We're looking for a Mobile QA Engineer (Manual) to work on award winning mobile applications that will be used by millions of customers worldwide. We want someone with strong technical skills and creativity. Should enjoy solving tough problems and working with new technologies. You should not be shy about sharing your ideas and be obsessive about user experience and high quality.

You'll be part of the Mobile Engineering team whose mandate is to develop new products and platforms for customers. Mobile Engineering's aim is to build interactive experiences at all touch points of a consumer's journey whether before, at, or after the time of purchase.

• Collaborate with Product, Design and Development teams to understand product requirements and create comprehensive test plan and test cases.
• Execute functional and automated tests to verify the accuracy, completeness, and reliability of functionality.
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of UI automated testing frameworks built on Espresso (Android) and XCUITest (iOS).
• Analyse requirements and determine technical feasibility for Automation.
• Integrate automated tests into CI to identify issues during development cycle.
• Contribute to PR reviews, submit PRs, and contribute to the goal of 100% regression automation readiness.
• Develop and maintain robust, scalable, reusable automated test scripts across applications.
• Identify, document, and track defects, working closely with development teams to ensure timely resolution and retesting.
• Improve QA delivery and quality through defining test strategy, process improvements, coordination with multiple back end teams.
• Work with the development team to define and implement mechanisms to inject testing earlier into the software development process via mocking strategy.
• Prioritise competing demands, manage multiple concurrent tasks, adapt to changing priorities.
• Participate in regression testing to validate new enhancements don't negatively impact existing functionality.
• Continuously improve the QA process and contribute to the development of testing best practices.

• Minimum 7+ years of technical experience with a bachelor's or master's degree in science (preferably Computer Science, Engineering, or other related disciplines).
• Must have hands-on testing experience in iOS and Android mobile platforms by leveraging various functional and automated tools.
• Minimum 3+ years of mobile app Automation experience with tools like Monkey Talk, Selendriod, Appium, Katalon etc.
• Possesses deep knowledge on Functional, Integration, Regression, Exploratory, End to End, Compatibility, GUI, Web Services and Accessibility testing.
• Good Understanding of Swift, Kotlin or similar functional programming language.
• Strong programming abilities and debugging skills.
• Excellent API testing experience using Postman, IntelliJ Http Client, or similar tools.
• Strong experience with Debugging tools like Charles Proxy, Splunk, Sentry, Console or similar.
• Excellent communication and team player.
• Experience with full life cycle software deployment using Agile practices.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Join the dynamic team at Atarim as a QA Engineer, where your expertise will be pivotal in shaping the future of digital collaboration. At Atarim, we're not just about fixing bugs; we're about crafting an exceptional user experience and pushing the boundaries of what our collaboration platform can achieve. Be at the forefront of innovation and play a crucial role in driving our product to new heights of excellence.

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Detail Orientation : Dive into the world of Atarim, becoming an expert in its functionalities and workflows. Your keen eye for detail will be key in identifying and resolving complex issues.
• Testing Techniques : Employ a mix of black box, white box, and grey box testing techniques to ensure comprehensive coverage, uncovering hidden glitches and enhancing system robustness.
• Collaboration : Collaborate closely with our development teams to refine and perfect features, bringing creative solutions and fresh perspectives to the table.
• Lifecycle Participation : Actively participate in the development lifecycle, from planning to deployment, ensuring that quality is ingrained at every step.
• Critical Thinking : Use your critical thinking and problem-solving skills to navigate through challenging scenarios, turning potential setbacks into opportunities for improvement.
• User Experience Champion : Be a champion of user experience, ensuring that the platform not only works flawlessly but also delights our users with its intuitiveness and efficiency.
• Innovation and Research : Stay ahead of the curve by researching and implementing the latest testing methodologies and tools, continuously elevating the quality of our product.
• SOPs & Standards: Responsible for keeping our standards in QA the highest it can be, and creating/maintaining the processes and resources needed to achieve it.

Requirements

• Proven experience in QA testing for a medium/large size Saas application
• An expert in developing QA processes, test cases and product flows, to be used by future engineers as the QA team grows.
• A passion for quality assurance and a keen eye for detail.
• Experience in software testing and familiarity with various testing methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, coupled with excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• A proactive, self-motivated attitude, with a knack for learning new technologies and adapting to changing environments.
• Amazing communication skills in both writing and speaking.
• Experience with automated testing, either Cypress or Playwright.
• Experience with Zephyr
• An ambitious person, who can see themselves being more than a QA Engineer, at a growing company.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• A unique chance to shape and grow within a rapidly evolving startup.
• Flexible, remote work setting promoting work-life balance.
• Part of a supportive, innovative team culture.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development while working in a fast-paced Saas product environment.
• Access to the latest tools and technologies in design and development.
• A role that allows you to contribute to a product revolutionizing the digital collaboration space.

Join the Atarim team as we redefine the digital collaboration landscape. We look forward to welcoming a self-driven, innovative individual who is ready to excel in a remote environment!

Mobile Software QA Engineer (Hybrid Mobile App Testing)

Based : London/ High Wycombe / Hybrid / Remote (UK)
Term : Permanent, Full time
Salary : £25,000 - £55,000 pa depending on experience + excellent benefits

Do you have experience testing mobile apps (preferably hybrid apps)?

Are you passionate and knowledgeable about music, audio technology, and recording?

We are looking for someone to help us to test the mobile apps that bring our industry-leading interfaces to life.  If you have answered yes to both questions above, we’d love to hear from you!

What you will be doing:

Reporting to the Software QA Manager, you will be working as part of a small development team to ensure the successful delivery of new mobile software to our users.

You will continue to evolve good practice in the planning and documentation of app testing within an agile development environment, and in the appropriate use of automated testing. Contributing to the continual evolution of our test approaches and tools will be a key part of your role.

You will work closely with the rest of the QA Team, as well as Software Developers, Product Designers, Product Owners, and Scrum Masters from across our Engineering Department. 

Key activities include:

• Supporting a culture of shared ownership for software quality and helping to maintain focus on our customers’ quality expectations.
• Facilitating the creation of robust, well documented, and maintainable functional, non-functional, and user acceptance tests, as well as writing and executing them yourself
• Writing automated end-to-end tests to enable more efficient regression testing.
• Documenting and reporting test results, working closely with software developers to address any issues.

An ideal candidate is likely to be: 

• From a professional mobile app (preferably hybrid) testing background
• An advocate for Test Driven Development, comfortable writing automated end-to-end tests (preferably in JavaScript or TypeScript).
• Familiar with git-based workflows (pull requests, rebasing, etc.) and the principles of Continuous Integration (CI).
• Self-motivated, with a track record of improving test processes and coverage.
• A clear communicator, used to working in an Agile development team.
• Methodical and rigorous, with a logical approach to problem solving.
• Passionate and knowledgeable about music, audio technology, and recording.

Experience of some of the following would also be useful: 

• Common JavaScript frameworks, preferably React
• App Development/Test Tools, e.g. Appium, fastlane, TestFlight, adb, etc

I don’t have all the experience you’ve asked for, should I still apply?

Our priority is to find the right fit for the team and the company, and we will always do what we can to support individual development. In other words, if you don’t quite have all the experience listed above, we’d still be interested in hearing from you. Let us know what you'd bring to the role, and why you’d be a great fit for the team.

About Us

Focusrite plc is a global music and audio group that develops and markets music technology products. Used by audio professionals and amateur musicians alike, our solutions facilitate the high-quality production of recorded and live sound. Our audio technology brands stand together, seeking to enrich lives through music by removing barriers to creativity – ‘we make music easy to make’.

The Focusrite Group trades under thirteen established and rapidly growing brands: Focusrite, Focusrite Pro, Novation, ADAM Audio, Sequential, Oberheim, Martin Audio, Optimal Audio, Ampify Music, Linea Research, Sonnox, OutBoard and TiMax. With a high-quality reputation and a rich heritage spanning decades, its brands are category leaders in the music-making industry.

Music technology is an enriching space to work in and we enjoy a Group-wide open-door culture which encourages innovation. This culture, combined with a passion for the inspirational solutions we create, has led to the group winning numerous accolades, including six Queen's Awards, the AIM Company of the Year Award 2021 and regular appearances in 'The Sunday Times 100 Best Small Companies to Work For’.

The Focusrite Group is dedicated to building a great place to work and as an equal opportunity employer we are committed to Diversity and Inclusion. The group mission is to cultivate an equitable culture, internally and externally, where all people feel they are welcome, safe and positively represented, because at Focusrite they truly are. Equally, we recognise the major impact that climate change is having on our world and work every day towards being industry leaders in a carbon neutral future.

Benefits include flexible/hybrid working, company pension, life insurance, private healthcare, employee purchase scheme, group bonus scheme, workplace nursery benefit, company music events, offsite company parties and free lunch in the canteen. We arrange company training sessions and encourage personal development.