Software Testing jobs in West Yorkshire

Quality Assurance Engineers play a vital role in ensuring software and systems meet rigorous quality standards before deployment. This contract opportunity in Leeds could involve designing and executing comprehensive test strategies, identifying defects early in the development cycle, and collaborating with development teams to maintain the highest levels of product reliability and performance.

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About the opportunity

This is an opportunity to register your interest in future Quality Assurance Engineer positions within a dynamic technical environment. Roles of this type may sit within agile development teams where quality assurance is central to delivery, working closely with engineers and product teams to ensure systems meet defined standards and customer expectations. The work could involve contributing to the design and execution of test plans, identifying and documenting defects, and supporting continuous improvement in testing practices across the development lifecycle.

Typical role overview

• Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire, England
• Type: Contract · Full-time
• Rate: £350–450 per day
• Key focus: Software testing, quality assurance, CI/CD integration

What you would do

Typical responsibilities could include:

• Designing and executing manual and automated test cases across features and functionality
• Contributing to the development of test strategies aligned with ISO 9001 quality standards
• Identifying, documenting and tracking defects through to resolution
• Collaborating with development teams to understand requirements and ensure test coverage
• Supporting integration of quality assurance practices within CI/CD pipelines
• Participating in regression testing and release validation activities
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of testing methodologies and tools

What you could bring

Most roles of this type require the following:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical discipline
• Proven experience in software quality assurance and testing methodologies
• Working knowledge of CI/CD principles and integration with testing processes
• ISTQB Certified Tester qualification or equivalent testing certification
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 quality management standards
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Ability to work collaboratively within agile development teams
• Authorization to work in the United Kingdom

What roles of this type could offer

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

• Exposure to modern testing practices and CI/CD methodologies
• Opportunity to work with talented engineering teams on meaningful projects
• Potential to develop expertise in both manual and automated testing approaches
• Contract flexibility and competitive day rates (£350–450 per day)
• Professional development opportunities and access to quality assurance communities
• The chance to contribute directly to product quality and customer satisfaction

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