DevOps Higher Apprenticeship - Qualitest

DevOps Higher Apprenticeship - Qualitest

Qualitest is the world’s leading managed services provider of AI-led quality engineering solutions. It helps brands transition through the digital assurance journey and make the move from conventional functional testing to adopt innovations such as automation, AI, blockchain, and XR.

A pioneer and innovator in its industry, Qualitest has been recognized in the highest leader position in Everest Group's quality engineering services for mid-market enterprises PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2024 report and has also been recognized as a Leader in The Forrester Wave™️: Continuous Automation and Testing Services Q2 2024 report.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain automated test scripts using Selenium C# for web applications.Perform SQLqueries to validate and retrieve data efficiently.
• Apply Agile and BDD concepts in testing and software development life cycles.
• Execute RESTful API testing using Postman to ensure API functionality and performance.
• Utilize Azure DevOps for test management and reporting.
• Work with Azure Data Factory for data processing and pipeline testing.
• Leverage Azure Storage and Service Bus for data integration and message queue validation.
• Use Excel formulas to process and validate data sets.
• Ensure compliance with BPSS Security Clearance requirements.
• Conduct testing aligned with ISTQB Foundation certification principles.
• Maintain deep knowledge of the UK adult education system to ensure compliance and effectiveness in data testing.

Desirable skills:

• Willing to go the extra mile.
• Positive mental attribute.
• Analytical problem solver.
• Think on your feet.
• Capable of working in a team.
• Capable of working alone.

Entry requirements:

• A Level in STEM subject, or
• BTEC Diploma in STEM subject, or
• Level 3 IT apprenticeship

You may also have a combination of qualifications and experience which demonstrate the minimum foundation needed for the programme. In this instance you could still be considered for the programme.

If you hold international equivalents of the above qualifications, at the time of your application you must be able to provide an official document that states how your international qualifications compare to the UK qualifications.

Working hours:

37.5 hours per week with a 1 hour lunch break.

Benefits:

• Private medical insurance (BUPA).
• Health assessments (BUPA).
• Healthcare cash plan (UK Healthcare).
• Pension – 5% matched increases with length of service.
• Life assurance – 4x times salary.
• Above industry average sick leave scheme.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Loan scheme.
• Family benefits (increased paternity leave etc).
• Other family friendly benefits.
• Performance and salary reviews annually.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Eye tests paid for as well as money towards your glasses!
• Benefits portal.
• Electric & hybrid car scheme.
• Discounts at thousands of UK shops.
• Relocation and rotation opportunities.
• Knowledge and financial support towards accreditations and certifications.
• Enhanced holidays – 33 days per year (including bank holiday’s) (Increased with length of service).

Future prospects:

Possibility of full-time employment

How to apply

To apply for this role and to find out more, please click on the apply button.

Please note that applications may close before the application deadline, so apply early to avoid disappointment.