KERV
Rednal, Birmingham
CURRENT SC CLEARANCE OR IMMEDIATE ELIGIBILITY TO ACHIEVE SC CLEARANCE IS REQUIRED Where the job is based: hybrid, home based and working with Kerv Digital office/customer site visits as required) UK HQ, Seven House, 18 High Street, Longbridge, B31 2UQ. Job Description We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Test Engineer who is not only a skilled and competent manual tester, but also a skilled automation tester to join our growing team to ensure the quality and reliability of the projects we deliver to our clients. You will bring years of experience, understanding and practical application in all levels and types of testing. Whilst being capable and experienced in test automation, you will be equally as talented and able to contribute to manual testing where required as well. You will be responsible for automated testing of Microsoft Dynamics & Power Platform solutions within our projects, setting the Automation approach and delivering it. You will be involved in the maintenance and evolution of our frameworks and automation test suites, applying best practice standards to all you do. Automation could be at any application and integration layer and your skills need to be adaptable to select the most appropriate and efficient way to test. We have seen an increase in the number of solutions and projects with an AI capability, so you must have some knowledge and exposure to the capabilities of AI, how it can be used to benefit testing and automated testing as well as how to carry out testing of AI solutions and the ability to integrate that into an automation capability. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using Playwright and Cucumber Maintenance and continuous improvement of our test automation frameworks Execute manual testing for Microsoft Dynamics and Power Platform solutions Carry out API and Accessibility testing where required Collaborate with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure test coverage Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and GitHub Actions Develop and maintain YAML scripts for defining pipelines and PowerShell scripts for deployment tasks Ensure accessibility compliance through automation using Axe or similar tools Manage secrets and configurations using Azure Key Vault Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of testing practices Participate in test planning, estimation, and risk analysis activities Report and track defects, and work with the development team to resolve issues Contribute to the continuous improvement and maintenance of automated testing frameworks, processes and methodologies Assist in the mentoring, support and guidance of other QA team members Required Experience Minimum of 5 years' experience in automated testing ISTQB Certification (Foundation or Advanced) Proven experience in both manual and automated testing at all levels of testing Hands-on experience with Microsoft Dynamics and Power Platform. Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments Strong understanding of software testing principles and methodologies Strong understanding and practical application of principles of test automation and automationstrategies and approaches Proficiency in writing and executing manual test cases and test scripts Strong communication and collaboration abilities Attention to detail and a commitment to quality Analytical and proactive in their approach to testing and problem solving Experienced at carrying out testing activities in Scrum methodology and contributing in allceremonies (Planning, Stand Ups, demo and retros) Capable of engaging at all levels with colleagues and customers Test planning and estimation Ability to drive testing processes starting from planning phase to test execution, bug fixing and support Familiar with test and bug management tools and processes, ideally Azure Dev Ops (ADO) Hands-on experience with API testing Experience with test automation frameworks design, implementation and maintenance Familiarity with Scrum methodology and how testing and test automation activities fit in Must have worked on Behavioural Driven Development (BDD) or Test-Driven Development (TDD) or Acceptance Test-Driven Development (ATDD) methodology Ability to develop automated functional tests, which exercise the UI, API and DB layers. Highly delivery focused, proactive in their approach to work and contributions Technological Capabilities Candidates are expected to have practical experience of using all of the following; Playwright Cucumber Accessibility Automation using Axe or similar GitHub Actions / GitHub commands PowerShell Script - Deployment Tasks We're also looking for people that fit how we work, which is something like happiest working under their own direction, but fully supported when needed an obvious attention to detail, we want you to obsess about the little things! an escalation handler, able to achieve win-win outcomes by utilising the skills across the team ability to work effectively with remote teams in India ability to work flexibly to deliver on-time to tight timescales What we can do for you We're a transparent, honest and fiercely equal employer that believes completely in providing the best possible work experience for our employee's: Real Flexibility - we're a family first organisation, and if the work gets done, you can work when and wherever you want. A healthy approach for most of our teams seems to be splitting three ways between home, customer sites and the office. Awesome Environment - all of our employee's will tell you that we foster an easy going environment, are experts at what we do and care deeply about what we work on - that's in large part because we're privately owned by those that work day-to-day in the business, and the company was started specifically to find a way for people to take more enjoyment from their work. Interesting Work - these days most of our customers are household names and many of our projects have an important impact on the world around us. The kind of things we do regularly include working with not-for-profits to transform how they leverage technology, working with public bodies to shape digital services and working with top tier private entities to bring genuinely new and meaningful products and services to market. Great Benefits - all the usual suspects and then some. Some highlights include our choose-your-own tech approach to end-user devices, well stocked cupboards with tasty goodies (we're a food first company too), excellent professional development support including frequent in-house training for tech. you can't get trained on anywhere else and private healthcare. Full disclosure; some benefits can only be provided after probation. Recognition & Growth - Certified as a Great Place to Work by independent assessors in both the UK and India and we've just entered the Sunday Times Tech Track 100, which charts the top 100 fastest growing tech. companies in the country; we know we achieved this directly through the people we choose to work with. Don't take our word for it though, check out our impartial Glass Door reviews At Kerv, we're building something special and we're building it to last. We want everybody to feel valued, included and love working together. With an uncompromising pursuit of amazing employee experience, we always strive to do the right thing. We believe and will relentlessly promote and support the power of diversity, equality and belonging, through collaboration and creating exceptional solutions together. Don't take our word for it though, check out ourimpartialGlass Door reviews Do you have the right to work in the UK? No Yes On what basis is your current right to work in the UK? (UK citizen, IDLR, Visa (please provide details) Have you been residing in the UK for at least the last 5 years? No Yes What ISTQB Testing Certification do you hold? The role requires flexibility to perform both manual & automated testing as required. Is this way of working something you are happy with? Brief summary of your Microsoft Dynamics experience Brief summary of your Microsoft Power Apps & Power Pages experience Do you hold current UK Security Clearance (SC)?
CURRENT SC CLEARANCE OR IMMEDIATE ELIGIBILITY TO ACHIEVE SC CLEARANCE IS REQUIRED Where the job is based: hybrid, home based and working with Kerv Digital office/customer site visits as required) UK HQ, Seven House, 18 High Street, Longbridge, B31 2UQ. Job Description We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Test Engineer who is not only a skilled and competent manual tester, but also a skilled automation tester to join our growing team to ensure the quality and reliability of the projects we deliver to our clients. You will bring years of experience, understanding and practical application in all levels and types of testing. Whilst being capable and experienced in test automation, you will be equally as talented and able to contribute to manual testing where required as well. You will be responsible for automated testing of Microsoft Dynamics & Power Platform solutions within our projects, setting the Automation approach and delivering it. You will be involved in the maintenance and evolution of our frameworks and automation test suites, applying best practice standards to all you do. Automation could be at any application and integration layer and your skills need to be adaptable to select the most appropriate and efficient way to test. We have seen an increase in the number of solutions and projects with an AI capability, so you must have some knowledge and exposure to the capabilities of AI, how it can be used to benefit testing and automated testing as well as how to carry out testing of AI solutions and the ability to integrate that into an automation capability. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using Playwright and Cucumber Maintenance and continuous improvement of our test automation frameworks Execute manual testing for Microsoft Dynamics and Power Platform solutions Carry out API and Accessibility testing where required Collaborate with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure test coverage Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and GitHub Actions Develop and maintain YAML scripts for defining pipelines and PowerShell scripts for deployment tasks Ensure accessibility compliance through automation using Axe or similar tools Manage secrets and configurations using Azure Key Vault Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of testing practices Participate in test planning, estimation, and risk analysis activities Report and track defects, and work with the development team to resolve issues Contribute to the continuous improvement and maintenance of automated testing frameworks, processes and methodologies Assist in the mentoring, support and guidance of other QA team members Required Experience Minimum of 5 years' experience in automated testing ISTQB Certification (Foundation or Advanced) Proven experience in both manual and automated testing at all levels of testing Hands-on experience with Microsoft Dynamics and Power Platform. Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments Strong understanding of software testing principles and methodologies Strong understanding and practical application of principles of test automation and automationstrategies and approaches Proficiency in writing and executing manual test cases and test scripts Strong communication and collaboration abilities Attention to detail and a commitment to quality Analytical and proactive in their approach to testing and problem solving Experienced at carrying out testing activities in Scrum methodology and contributing in allceremonies (Planning, Stand Ups, demo and retros) Capable of engaging at all levels with colleagues and customers Test planning and estimation Ability to drive testing processes starting from planning phase to test execution, bug fixing and support Familiar with test and bug management tools and processes, ideally Azure Dev Ops (ADO) Hands-on experience with API testing Experience with test automation frameworks design, implementation and maintenance Familiarity with Scrum methodology and how testing and test automation activities fit in Must have worked on Behavioural Driven Development (BDD) or Test-Driven Development (TDD) or Acceptance Test-Driven Development (ATDD) methodology Ability to develop automated functional tests, which exercise the UI, API and DB layers. Highly delivery focused, proactive in their approach to work and contributions Technological Capabilities Candidates are expected to have practical experience of using all of the following; Playwright Cucumber Accessibility Automation using Axe or similar GitHub Actions / GitHub commands PowerShell Script - Deployment Tasks We're also looking for people that fit how we work, which is something like happiest working under their own direction, but fully supported when needed an obvious attention to detail, we want you to obsess about the little things! an escalation handler, able to achieve win-win outcomes by utilising the skills across the team ability to work effectively with remote teams in India ability to work flexibly to deliver on-time to tight timescales What we can do for you We're a transparent, honest and fiercely equal employer that believes completely in providing the best possible work experience for our employee's: Real Flexibility - we're a family first organisation, and if the work gets done, you can work when and wherever you want. A healthy approach for most of our teams seems to be splitting three ways between home, customer sites and the office. Awesome Environment - all of our employee's will tell you that we foster an easy going environment, are experts at what we do and care deeply about what we work on - that's in large part because we're privately owned by those that work day-to-day in the business, and the company was started specifically to find a way for people to take more enjoyment from their work. Interesting Work - these days most of our customers are household names and many of our projects have an important impact on the world around us. The kind of things we do regularly include working with not-for-profits to transform how they leverage technology, working with public bodies to shape digital services and working with top tier private entities to bring genuinely new and meaningful products and services to market. Great Benefits - all the usual suspects and then some. Some highlights include our choose-your-own tech approach to end-user devices, well stocked cupboards with tasty goodies (we're a food first company too), excellent professional development support including frequent in-house training for tech. you can't get trained on anywhere else and private healthcare. Full disclosure; some benefits can only be provided after probation. Recognition & Growth - Certified as a Great Place to Work by independent assessors in both the UK and India and we've just entered the Sunday Times Tech Track 100, which charts the top 100 fastest growing tech. companies in the country; we know we achieved this directly through the people we choose to work with. Don't take our word for it though, check out our impartial Glass Door reviews At Kerv, we're building something special and we're building it to last. We want everybody to feel valued, included and love working together. With an uncompromising pursuit of amazing employee experience, we always strive to do the right thing. We believe and will relentlessly promote and support the power of diversity, equality and belonging, through collaboration and creating exceptional solutions together. Don't take our word for it though, check out ourimpartialGlass Door reviews Do you have the right to work in the UK? No Yes On what basis is your current right to work in the UK? (UK citizen, IDLR, Visa (please provide details) Have you been residing in the UK for at least the last 5 years? No Yes What ISTQB Testing Certification do you hold? The role requires flexibility to perform both manual & automated testing as required. Is this way of working something you are happy with? Brief summary of your Microsoft Dynamics experience Brief summary of your Microsoft Power Apps & Power Pages experience Do you hold current UK Security Clearance (SC)?
KERV
Overview Where the job is based: (home-based, working with Kerv office/customer site visits as required) UK HQ, Seven House, 18 High Street, Longbridge, B31 2UQ Who we are Dive into a world where technology meets innovation. At Kerv Digital, we're not just another tech company. We're the problem solvers, the magicians who transform complex challenges into seamless digital experiences. Utilising a powerful blend of Power Platform, DevSecOps, Data experiences, and Software Engineering, we create business solutions that truly resonate with our clients driving extreme value! With our roots planted in Birmingham and branches spreading across the globe from London to Bangalore, we're a proud member of the Kerv Group - a dynamic £112m revenue technology consultancy leader with a dedicated team of over 700 professionals, partnering with 800+ sector leaders. People come first always. We are incredibly proud of our unparalleled work culture. Not just words on paper, we wear our "Great Place to Work" certifications from the UK and India like badges of honour. Dive into an ocean of opportunities in an atmosphere that celebrates collaboration. Sharpen your prowess with a global multi-discipline team and be guided by the industry's most forward-thinking architects. The successful candidate will lead the delivery of our Dynamics solutions within Kerv Digital and be accountable for both the functional and technical delivery of our Microsoft Dynamics solutions with a focus on alignment to good practice. They will ensure the project teams they work with are aligned to this good practice. In addition, they will be a champion for adoption of good practice functional and technical delivery using the Microsoft Dynamics platform tools, driving the adoption of new features and companion technologies where appropriate within our clients. Key Tasks Exceptional understanding of technical capabilities of Dynamics and its partner solutions, with a firm grounding in both Lead the design and development of good practice business and technical processes that will enhance our clients Dynamics experience, giving Kerv unique capabilities and reusable assets. Effectively promote both the technical capabilities of Dynamics and its partner technologies within Inciper and to our clients ensuring further understanding throughout the business Work with the sales team to plan and deliver an exceptional sales experience and ensure our sales promises can be met through delivery. Provide input and insight to Inciper delivery methods to allow us to continually improve them Define functional and technical training needs within the team and coach team members Identify functional and technical capability development activities and help in defining how these will be delivered. Identify risks and mitigate or communicate as necessary Excellent skills and appropriate certification across both the functional and technical capabilities of Dynamics and its supporting technologies (MB-700, MB-310, MB-320, MB-330, MB-200, MB-300, MB-400, MB-500) advantageous Good understanding and capability to deliver Power Platform components (PL-100, PL-400, MB-600) an advantage Good understanding of data, analytics, and capability to deliver (DA-100) an advantage. Able to advocate and demonstrate the tools and techniques used to operate and enhance Dynamics to potential clients. Leading a project delivery team, providing mentorship, and ensuring professional development and effective delivery Excellent presentation and demonstration skills Business process mapping, modelling, and documentation knowledge Adept at Business Requirement Analysis with a focus on championing process change over development to simplify delivery 10+ Years in ERP delivery with at least 5 specifics to Dynamics Record of accomplishment of delivering out of the box, ISV (Independent Software Vendors) and extension solutions in a Microsoft Dynamics deployment Experience with Dynamics implementation in a Lead Design role Experience of global deployments and support of Dynamics Experience of Microsoft SureStep and Agile delivery methods We are also looking for people that fit how we work, which is something like; happiest working under their own direction, but fully supported when needed an obvious attention to detail, we want you to obsess about the little things an escalation handler, able to achieve win-win outcomes by utilising the skills across the team ability to work effectively with remote teams in India ability to work flexibly to deliver on-time to tight timescales What we can do for you We're a transparent, honest and fiercely equal employer that believes completely in providing the best possible work experience for our employees: Real Flexibility - we're a family first organisation, and if the work gets done, you can work when and wherever you want. A healthy approach for most of our teams seems to be splitting three ways between home, customer sites and the office. Awesome Environment - all of our employees will tell you that we foster an easy-going environment, are experts at what we do and care deeply about what we work on, and the company was started specifically to find a way for people to take more enjoyment from their work. Interesting Work - these days most of our customers are household names and many of our projects have an important impact on the world around us. The kind of things we do regularly include working with not-for-profits to transform how they leverage technology, working with public bodies to shape digital services and working with top tier private entities to bring genuinely new and meaningful products and services to market. Great Benefits - all the usual suspects and then some. Some highlights include our choose-your-own tech approach to end-user devices, well stocked cupboards with tasty goodies (we're a food first company too), excellent professional development support including frequent in-house training for tech. you can't get trained on anywhere else and private healthcare. Full disclosure: some benefits can only be provided after probation. Recognition & Growth - Recognized as a 'Great Place to Work' in both the UK and India, our commitment to excellence goes beyond our products and services. Our culture is a testament to the dedicated technologists who work tirelessly to drive our vision forward. Being a part of Kerv Digital means embracing a culture of innovation, collaboration, and mutual respect. Our teams in the UK and India thrive in an atmosphere that promotes continuous learning and growth. Join us at Kerv Digital, where we don't just build groundbreaking technology - we build future. Don't take our word for it though, check out our impartial Glass Door reviews More on equality: At Kerv, we're building something special and we're building it to last. We want everybody to feel valued, included and love working together. With an uncompromising pursuit of amazing employee experience, we always strive to do the right thing. We believe and will relentlessly promote and support the power of diversity, equality and belonging, through collaboration and creating exceptional solutions together.
Overview Where the job is based: (home-based, working with Kerv office/customer site visits as required) UK HQ, Seven House, 18 High Street, Longbridge, B31 2UQ Who we are Dive into a world where technology meets innovation. At Kerv Digital, we're not just another tech company. We're the problem solvers, the magicians who transform complex challenges into seamless digital experiences. Utilising a powerful blend of Power Platform, DevSecOps, Data experiences, and Software Engineering, we create business solutions that truly resonate with our clients driving extreme value! With our roots planted in Birmingham and branches spreading across the globe from London to Bangalore, we're a proud member of the Kerv Group - a dynamic £112m revenue technology consultancy leader with a dedicated team of over 700 professionals, partnering with 800+ sector leaders. People come first always. We are incredibly proud of our unparalleled work culture. Not just words on paper, we wear our "Great Place to Work" certifications from the UK and India like badges of honour. Dive into an ocean of opportunities in an atmosphere that celebrates collaboration. Sharpen your prowess with a global multi-discipline team and be guided by the industry's most forward-thinking architects. The successful candidate will lead the delivery of our Dynamics solutions within Kerv Digital and be accountable for both the functional and technical delivery of our Microsoft Dynamics solutions with a focus on alignment to good practice. They will ensure the project teams they work with are aligned to this good practice. In addition, they will be a champion for adoption of good practice functional and technical delivery using the Microsoft Dynamics platform tools, driving the adoption of new features and companion technologies where appropriate within our clients. Key Tasks Exceptional understanding of technical capabilities of Dynamics and its partner solutions, with a firm grounding in both Lead the design and development of good practice business and technical processes that will enhance our clients Dynamics experience, giving Kerv unique capabilities and reusable assets. Effectively promote both the technical capabilities of Dynamics and its partner technologies within Inciper and to our clients ensuring further understanding throughout the business Work with the sales team to plan and deliver an exceptional sales experience and ensure our sales promises can be met through delivery. Provide input and insight to Inciper delivery methods to allow us to continually improve them Define functional and technical training needs within the team and coach team members Identify functional and technical capability development activities and help in defining how these will be delivered. Identify risks and mitigate or communicate as necessary Excellent skills and appropriate certification across both the functional and technical capabilities of Dynamics and its supporting technologies (MB-700, MB-310, MB-320, MB-330, MB-200, MB-300, MB-400, MB-500) advantageous Good understanding and capability to deliver Power Platform components (PL-100, PL-400, MB-600) an advantage Good understanding of data, analytics, and capability to deliver (DA-100) an advantage. Able to advocate and demonstrate the tools and techniques used to operate and enhance Dynamics to potential clients. Leading a project delivery team, providing mentorship, and ensuring professional development and effective delivery Excellent presentation and demonstration skills Business process mapping, modelling, and documentation knowledge Adept at Business Requirement Analysis with a focus on championing process change over development to simplify delivery 10+ Years in ERP delivery with at least 5 specifics to Dynamics Record of accomplishment of delivering out of the box, ISV (Independent Software Vendors) and extension solutions in a Microsoft Dynamics deployment Experience with Dynamics implementation in a Lead Design role Experience of global deployments and support of Dynamics Experience of Microsoft SureStep and Agile delivery methods We are also looking for people that fit how we work, which is something like; happiest working under their own direction, but fully supported when needed an obvious attention to detail, we want you to obsess about the little things an escalation handler, able to achieve win-win outcomes by utilising the skills across the team ability to work effectively with remote teams in India ability to work flexibly to deliver on-time to tight timescales What we can do for you We're a transparent, honest and fiercely equal employer that believes completely in providing the best possible work experience for our employees: Real Flexibility - we're a family first organisation, and if the work gets done, you can work when and wherever you want. A healthy approach for most of our teams seems to be splitting three ways between home, customer sites and the office. Awesome Environment - all of our employees will tell you that we foster an easy-going environment, are experts at what we do and care deeply about what we work on, and the company was started specifically to find a way for people to take more enjoyment from their work. Interesting Work - these days most of our customers are household names and many of our projects have an important impact on the world around us. The kind of things we do regularly include working with not-for-profits to transform how they leverage technology, working with public bodies to shape digital services and working with top tier private entities to bring genuinely new and meaningful products and services to market. Great Benefits - all the usual suspects and then some. Some highlights include our choose-your-own tech approach to end-user devices, well stocked cupboards with tasty goodies (we're a food first company too), excellent professional development support including frequent in-house training for tech. you can't get trained on anywhere else and private healthcare. Full disclosure: some benefits can only be provided after probation. Recognition & Growth - Recognized as a 'Great Place to Work' in both the UK and India, our commitment to excellence goes beyond our products and services. Our culture is a testament to the dedicated technologists who work tirelessly to drive our vision forward. Being a part of Kerv Digital means embracing a culture of innovation, collaboration, and mutual respect. Our teams in the UK and India thrive in an atmosphere that promotes continuous learning and growth. Join us at Kerv Digital, where we don't just build groundbreaking technology - we build future. Don't take our word for it though, check out our impartial Glass Door reviews More on equality: At Kerv, we're building something special and we're building it to last. We want everybody to feel valued, included and love working together. With an uncompromising pursuit of amazing employee experience, we always strive to do the right thing. We believe and will relentlessly promote and support the power of diversity, equality and belonging, through collaboration and creating exceptional solutions together.