Manual Tester jobs in Leeds

Software testing plays a vital role in ensuring quality and reliability across modern applications and systems. This is an opportunity to register your interest in future Tester positions where you could contribute to delivering robust, well-validated solutions across diverse technology environments.

Please note the content of this advert does not represent a live vacancy.

About the opportunity

Roles of this type may sit within collaborative development teams where testers work alongside developers, product managers and stakeholders to identify, document and resolve quality issues before release. The work could involve designing and executing test cases, automating routine testing workflows, and reporting findings in a clear, structured way. You could have scope to shape testing approaches and contribute to continuous improvement in quality processes.

Typical role overview

• Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire, England
• Type: Contract · Full-time
• Rate: £300–400 per day
• Domain: Software Testing & QA

What you would do

Typical responsibilities could include:

• Designing, developing and executing manual and automated test cases across web, mobile and backend systems
• Identifying, documenting and prioritizing defects with clear reproduction steps and expected versus actual results
• Collaborating with developers and product teams to understand requirements and validate acceptance criteria
• Contributing to test automation frameworks and scripting using industry-standard tools
• Performing regression testing, functional testing, integration testing and user acceptance testing (UAT)
• Maintaining test documentation, test plans and traceability matrices
• Participating in code reviews and quality gates to ensure standards are met
• Supporting continuous integration and deployment pipelines with timely test feedback

What you could bring

Most roles of this type require the following:

• 2–4 years of professional software testing experience, including manual and automated testing
• Working knowledge of test automation frameworks and tools such as Selenium, Cypress, TestNG or similar
• Familiarity with SQL, scripting languages such as Python or Java, and version control systems
• Strong understanding of SDLC methodologies, including Agile and Waterfall environments
• Experience writing clear, detailed test cases and defect reports
• Proficiency with test management tools such as Jira, TestRail or Azure Test Plans
• Associate's degree in Computer Science or equivalent professional experience
• Attention to detail, analytical mindset and ability to work independently and within teams

Nice-to-have:

• API testing experience using tools such as Postman
• Performance or load testing with tools such as JMeter
• Experience in regulated industries or safety-critical systems
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices

What roles of this type could offer

Most roles of this type offer the following, dependent on the industry and seniority of the role:

• Hands-on experience with modern testing technologies and frameworks
• Exposure to real-world applications and diverse technology stacks
• Collaboration with experienced engineering teams where you can learn and develop your craft
• Clear, measurable impact on product quality and user experience
• Potential progression toward senior testing or test automation leadership roles
• Flexible contract arrangements and the opportunity to work on varied, engaging projects
• Mentorship from established quality professionals and scope to expand your testing skillset

About SThree

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We advise businesses, build expert teams and deliver project solutions to outpace tomorrow, together.

Across the UK, we connect talented specialists with cutting-edge opportunities across technology, engineering, life sciences and financial services supported by our offices in London, Birmingham, Manchester, Glasgow and Leeds

How to register interest

If you are interested in being added to our database to be considered for future opportunities, registering is quick and easy. No cover letter required. We will be in touch when we are instructed on these roles to discuss the next step in your career.