QA Engineer - Software & Hardware

QA Engineer - Software & Hardware

Location: Wolverhampton, United Kingdom

Work Arrangement: On-site in Wolverhampton

Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 per year as a base salary depending on experience.

Benefits:

Generous Vacation and Holidays: We understand the importance of work-life balance. Enjoy 30 days of vacation per year, in addition to bank holidays and a special break during the Christmas/New Year period.

Office Comforts Fund: Receive £200/month allowance specifically designed to enhance your workspace, making your environment more comfortable and productive. This fund can also be utilized for snacks and continuous learning resources, ensuring you remain at the forefront of industry knowledge.

About Goldilock

Join us in our mission at Goldilock, where we're trailblazing the future of network security. Our commitment is unwavering: to revolutionize the OT networks across multiple industries. Every product in our range is crafted with precision, addressing both the technical and cybersecurity challenges inherent to operational technology networks.

We pride ourselves on creating networking solutions that are not only robust and reliable but also secure enough to withstand the tests of time.

Goldilock's flagship product: A unique OSI Layer 1 network appliance which gives system administrators the capability of physically connecting or disconnecting networks remotely, without using the internet.

Job Overview

As a QA Engineer at Goldilock, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of both software applications and hardware components. Your expertise will help in crafting products that meet both our high standards and the specific needs of our clients in network security. In this role, you will take ownership of test procedures and documentation for our products. You will collaborate closely with our multidisciplinary team of software, hardware and mechanical engineers to drive product excellence and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

Software Testing: Conduct manual testing of new software releases, ensuring all functions perform as intended. Actively attempt to break the system to identify potential vulnerabilities and areas for improvement. Explore automated testing tools & procedures to enhance testing capabilities.

Hardware Testing: Perform rigorous testing on new hardware devices to guarantee full functionality. Develop standardized test procedures that production teams can follow to ensure each device meets quality standards and allows for full traceability.

Documentation: Create and maintain detailed, accurate reports of test plans, procedures, and results, ensuring they are accessible and comprehensible to all relevant stakeholders.

Team Collaboration: Work closely with software, hardware, and mechanical engineers to ensure seamless integration and execution of testing strategies. Your collaboration will be key in refining product designs and enhancing the overall product reliability and security.

Skills and Experience

• Meticulous attention to detail, especially regarding record-keeping of processes and results
• An understanding of security testing, API testing, functional testing, and end-to-end testing
• Experience with electronics and components
• An understanding of web technologies and software development
• Experience with QA management tools or processes and documentation
• Multi browser testing & Multi device testing
• Experience with or willingness to learn high security applications
• Ability to communicate with the team while testing to clarify expected functionality
• Ability to suggest changes to expected functionality if necessary

Desirable Skills & Experience

Experience with automated testing (UI automation, API automation) using Selenium, Cypress, Karate etc.

Experience with Electronics Lab test equipment (Power supplies, multi-meters, oscilloscopes etc.)

Understanding of the quirks resulting from sites built with React/NextJS

Understanding of authentication methods and potential security vulnerabilities

Experience with version control (git) or QA specific tools for storage of automation scripts

Experience with writing unit tests for JavaScript based applications

Goldilock Culture

Experience a culture that's relaxed yet brimming with productivity. At Goldilock, we value innovation and initiative. We don't micromanage; instead, we trust you to manage your time effectively. Formal attire? Only when absolutely necessary - when at the office, you can wear t-shirt and joggers in winter for all we care!

We prioritize promoting from within, with many employees ascending the ranks or taking on more responsibilities within their first year.

As a startup, the sky's the limit when it comes to career progression, and we're here to support and guide you every step of the way. Initiative, hard work, and innovation don't go unnoticed - with the future option our employee share incentive scheme and reap the rewards.

Interview Process

You'll first be interviewed by the Project Manager, who will be your direct report. A second stage interview will be given by another senior member of staff. Don't worry, we're conscious of your time and are flexible to when, where, and how the interviews are performed. We're as keen as you are to bring someone onboard so clear and direct communication is guaranteed.

How to Apply

Ready to embark on this exciting journey with Goldilock? Please apply with your CV and a compelling cover letter. Make sure to highlight any projects (even if it’s a personal passion project, we’d like to hear!),or certifications that might bolster your application.

Application Deadline: 31st May 2024

Goldilock stands as a staunch supporter of equal opportunities. We embrace and celebrate diversity, striving to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all members of our team.

Strictly no recruiters - we already have a preferred recruitment partner.