Software QA Tester

Capita

Software QA Tester delivering automation testing using Selenium and Python for pension technology solutions in the UK. Collaborating with developers and analysts to embed quality throughout the development lifecycle.

Posted 5/20/2026full-timeBristol • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

MS SQL ServerOraclePythonSeleniumSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Designing, developing, and maintaining automated test frameworks using Selenium and Python
Executing functional , system, UAT, and regression testing across multiple environments
Reporting testing progress, risks, and issues directly to the Head of Software Development
Working with test management tools to track defects, ensure accuracy, and maintain quality metrics
Reviewing and improving testing standards, templates, and quality procedures
Ensuring compliance with ISO9001 , TickIT + , FCA rules, and security requirements
Supporting continuous improvement by validating solutions, analysing performance, and enhancing QA controls
Occasionally supporting releases or testing activity outside standard working hours

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong experience in automation testing with Selenium and Python
Proven experience testing enterprise level applications
Solid working knowledge of test design, execution, defect management, and structured QA processes
Experience with enterprise testing across multiple environments
Experience with MS SQL Server, Sybase ASE or Oracle databases
A good understanding of networking concepts and software infrastructures
Ability to install or upgrade application servers such as IIS, Tomcat or EAServer
Strong communication , presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

23 days’ holiday , rising to 27 (pro rata) – plus the option to buy more after qualifying period
Paid volunteering day with a charity of your choice
Generous family leave policies – including 15 weeks’ fully paid maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
Cycle2Work scheme , pension, life assurance, and more

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Hard Skills & Tools

SeleniumPythonautomation testingfunctional testingsystem testingUAT testingregression testingtest designdefect managementQA processes

Soft Skills

communicationpresentationstakeholder engagement

Certifications

ISO9001TickIT+