Junior QA Test Engineer
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Position Overview & Specifications
About us
BlackArrow is dedicated to putting cutting edge financial technology into the hands of everyday consumers. We aim to improve the day-to-day lives of ordinary people by providing simple and personalised financial guidance, for all aspects of life, no matter which stage of the journey. Our current product affordIQ is a phone app that helps first home buyers understand what homes they can afford now and in the future, while setting a budget to buy where and when they want.
We are looking for a Junior Quality Assurance Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for testing software applications and identifying any potential bugs or issues. This position requires an individual with strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to think critically. The Junior Quality Assurance Engineer will also be responsible for developing and executing test plans, creating automated tests, and providing feedback on the product’s overall quality.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute test plans and test cases.
- Analyse test results and report defects.
- Perform manual and automated testing of software applications.
- Create bug reports and track their resolution.
- Document and track software issues.
- Work with developers to ensure proper resolution of defects.
- Participate in code reviews to ensure quality standards are met.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £25,000.00-£30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Work from home
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Experience:
- Test automation: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: Remote
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Junior QA Test Engineer roles across BlackArrow's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £25,000 - £30,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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