Software Tester

Software Tester Azura Group Ltd Milton Keynes Full time permanent Hybrid Salary £35-40K DOE We are a dynamic and innovative tech company seeking a talented Software Tester to join our team. Azura was set up in 1990 by Simon Pullum, now our Chairman. Since the mid-2000s, the focus has been on providing systems to franchisors and their networks. The Azura system is a customised, cloud-based franchise management system that includes a CRM. It can be integrated into other systems, such as mapping. payment gateways and accounting. Typically, it is tailored to suit a franchise company s requirements. In our experience no one system has the same requirements, and we like to provide a solution that suits the franchise business. Our customised modules cover the franchisee journey, which we call ROME. This stands for Recruitment, Onboarding, Management and Exit. The RO and E are core to all franchise businesses and is broadly the same for each. The key to the running of the franchise and ensuring franchisees follow the system is the M which differs depending on the type of franchise. There are also aspects within this area that are key to any business such as finance, reporting, compliance and marketing - but there are also elements that depend on the type of franchise such as job scheduling, rotas, vehicle management, class management, online booking, ordering and payments, automated quotes, mobile apps and much, much more. Our franchisor clients range from those starting out to multi-national operators across all types of franchise business. We have clients in Europe, South Africa and North America, as well as across the UK. What does it entail? The Software Development Tester will be responsible for conducting UAT and regression tests to ensure the software meets end-user requirements and functions correctly after updates or changes. You will also design, program, build, deploy and maintain software using many different skills and tools. Responsibility for building software systems that power networks and devices and ensure that those systems remain functional. What experience are we looking for? Minimum of 3 years of professional experience as a software tester. Bachelor s or Master s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Relevant certifications such as ISTQB are preferred. Proven experience in UAT and regression testing. Strong knowledge of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes. Experience in writing clear, concise, and comprehensive test plans and test cases. Hands-on experience with automated testing tools. Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development processes. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. What other skills and behaviours are we looking for? Analytical skills to troubleshoot issues and identify root causes. Attention to detail for creating and executing test cases. Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines. Proficiency in a programming language for automated test scripting is a plus. A positive and proactive approach. Strong communication skills. Commercially astute and focused. Collaborative and open approach. What do you get? 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Company Pension Group Life Assurance Additional Paid Leave / Special Leave Company Events Laptop / Company Mobile Travel subsidy / mileage Free Eye Tests / Subsidy for Glasses Employee Assistance Programme Occupational Health Support Employee Discounts Platform - Sodexo