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Senior Software Tester / QA Engineer - Up to 44,000 PA Southampton - Hybrid Working We are working with a well-established technology organisation to recruit an experienced Senior Software Tester / QA Engineer to play a key role in the delivery of customer-facing systems and core software products. This position sits within a professional services environment and involves testing both standard solutions and complex, customer-specific implementations. You will work closely with developers, project managers and technical stakeholders, taking ownership of testing activities and ensuring systems meet defined quality standards prior to release and go-live. As a Senior Software Tester, you will be responsible for driving software quality through effective manual and automated testing practices. You will contribute to the ongoing improvement of testing processes, support customer UAT, and act as a subject-matter expert for QA activities across projects, identifying and resolving defects early in the delivery lifecycle. Key responsibilities: Leading and executing software testing activities on customer systems prior to installation and go-live Designing, writing and maintaining robust manual and automated test scripts Owning the creation and maintenance of test plans, test cases and supporting documentation Working collaboratively with development and technical teams to identify, log, prioritise and resolve defects Creating and managing test data to support functional, regression and integration testing Supporting and coordinating user acceptance testing, including direct customer engagement Providing go-live support and post-deployment validation where required Contributing to the continuous improvement of testing standards, tools and methodologies Providing guidance and best practice advice to customers during UAT and test planning Supporting internal product testing and mentoring junior team members where appropriate Requirements: Proven experience in a Software Testing / QA role, operating with a high degree of autonomy Strong hands-on experience with manual testing across complex systems Demonstrable experience designing and maintaining comprehensive test documentation Experience working in Windows Client and Server environments Confident use of Microsoft Office applications for test reporting and documentation Highly advantageous experience: ISTQB Foundation or Advanced certification Experience with test automation tools and frameworks (Ranorex, Selenium or similar) Exposure to C#, Java, or other object-oriented programming languages Experience with SQL Server and/or Oracle databases, including querying and data validation Experience using source control tools such as TFS or Git Understanding of network architecture, IT security and Active Directory Experience within document management, OCR or enterprise systems environments The role may involve occasional UK and international travel. Hybrid working is available once probation is passed, with 1-2 days per week on site.

Our client is building a fast growing, marketing platform and looking for a Senior Solutions Architect / Backend Developer to play a pivotal role in shaping the architecture of their next-generation platform. You ll design, build, and scale mission-critical systems, working closely with experienced backend engineers while owning and driving a long-term technology roadmap. This is a high-impact role where you ll influence cloud, enterprise, and solution architecture and lead decisions across AWS, cloud-native services, DevOps, and large-scale integrations particularly within affiliate marketing platforms. Responsibilities: Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including API guides, integration documentation, and best practices. Provide architectural leadership with a strong focus on AWS-based solutions. Lead and support affiliate marketing platform integrations. Collaborate effectively across teams, fostering strong interpersonal communication and teamwork. Stay current with industry trends, particularly in .NET and AWS ecosystems. Design and implement cloud-native architectures, REST APIs, and microservices. Work with Spring Boot/Framework, .NET/.NET Core, GitHub, Docker, BPM, SQL, Oracle, NoSQL, AMQP/Kafka messaging, and related technologies. Mentor developers, conduct code reviews, and promote continuous improvement. Lead technical architecture decisions. Requirements: Bachelor s degree in Computer Science or related field. Extensive experience as a Solutions Architect, ideally with strong AWS expertise. 4+ years of production experience with TypeScript (Node.js) or Python. Practical experience building serverless applications with AWS Lambda. Strong knowledge of AWS services Experience designing RESTful APIs and integrating external services. Familiarity with event-driven architectures and asynchronous workflows. Strong foundation in software engineering: testing, version control, CI/CD, and code quality. Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage and contribute in collaborative discussions. Proven ability to diagnose and solve complex technical issues. What they offer: A small, highly capable team building innovative products Genuine learning, development, and ownership opportunities Pension, on-site parking, and a supportive, collaborative culture If you enjoy owning architecture, solving complex problems, and building platforms that scale globally, this is an opportunity to make a real impact. Hybrid working Please apply for further details

Senior C#. NET Developer Location: London (Hybrid) Contract: 6 months IR35: Inside IR35 Our client, a leading global investment bank, is looking for an experienced C#. NET Developer to join their team on a 6-month contract. This role is pivotal in modernising and supporting business-critical applications while contributing to greenfield development initiatives. Key Responsibilities Design, build, and maintain server-side and client-side applications using .NET Framework/Core , React/TypeScript , and relational databases ( SQL Server , Oracle ). Refactor legacy systems to reduce technical debt and improve performance. Implement modern security patterns (OAuth2/OpenID Connect, OWASP principles). Optimise database queries and schemas; ensure safe migrations. Participate in CI/CD processes, code reviews, and adhere to Change Management procedures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and provide occasional out-of-hours support. Essential Skills Strong proficiency in .NET Framework/Core . Experience with SQL Server and Oracle performance tuning. Knowledge of secure SDLC practices and OWASP principles. Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines and troubleshooting across Windows Servers and databases. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Desirable React/TypeScript Certifications in Azure/AWS , CISSP , or DevOps . Familiarity with Docker/Kubernetes , observability practices, and API gateways. Exposure to greenfield projects and Python scripting. Apply now to join a dynamic team and work on cutting-edge projects within a global investment banking environment.