Software Development Engineer in Test

Ready to join a team that's leading the way in reshaping the future of insurance? Here at esure Group, we are on a mission to revolutionise insurance for good!

We’ve been providing Home and Motor Insurance since 2000, with over 2 million customers trusting us to keep them covered through our esure and Sheilas’ Wheels brands. With a bold commitment for digital innovation, we're transforming the way the industry operates and putting customers at the heart of everything we do. Having completed our recent multi-year digital transformation, we’re now leveraging advanced technology and data-driven insights alongside exceptional service, to deliver personalised experiences that meet our customers ever-changing needs today and in the future.

We are currently recruiting for a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) on a permanent basis. The Test Engineer will produce high quality software services to support in building better experiences for our customers and to drive us towards being a true data driven, digital first organisation.

What you’ll do:

• Work within an Agile squad that tests, builds and delivers industry leading software that focuses on the needs of our customers
  
  
• Build high quality test automation and ensure the acceptance criteria for a product continue to be met over many future iterations
  
  
• Proactively seek to prevent defects, review processes and promote continuous improvement throughout the testing lifecycle.
  
  
• Carry out testing activities to create the end-end test plan and monitors the plan throughout projects to ensure our solutions are of exceptionally high quality and deliver features into production.
  
  
• Analyse changes being made and ensure test coverage (manual and automation) is appropriate and written/coded to the esure testing standards as well as highlighting where quality/ standards are being compromised.
  
  
• Engaging in our testing and tech forums as well as driving testing improvements and automation capabilities in your own squad and beyond.
  
  What we’d love you to bring:
  
  
• A background in software testing is essential with a deep love of testing, automation and delivering quality, well tested solutions.
  
  
• Experience with object orientated programming, preferably Java, Selenium and TestNg/Junit. Experience with API testing is also essential.
  
  
• Must have experience in automation testing where you have actively created and maintained frameworks.
  
  
• The ability to understand complex systems involving a combination of API, serverless, legacy Java platforms and databases.
  
  
• Previous background working within high traffic, highly transactional online environments
  
  
• Experience of working in an agile, SCRUM & Dev Ops delivery model
  
  The Interview Process (subject to change):
  
  
• You’ll start with an introductory call with one of our Talent Partners. This is a ‘get to know you session’ and for you to explore the position in more detail.
  
  
• 1st stage interview: 30 minute interview with one of our QA Leads
  
  
• 2nd stage: 1 hour technical interview to showcase your automation and software engineering skills and experience with one of our QA Leads and Senior QA Engineers.
  
  What’s in it for you?:
  
  
• Competitive salary that reflects your skills, experience and potential.
  
  
• Discretionary bonus scheme that recognises your hard work and contributions to esure’s success.
  
  
• 25 days annual leave, plus 8 flexible days and the ability to buy and sell further holiday.
  
  
• Our flexible benefits platform is loaded with perks to choose from, so you can build a personal toolkit to support your health, wellbeing, lifestyle, and finances.
  
  
• Company funded private medical insurance for qualifying colleagues.
  
  
• Fantastic discounts on our insurance products! 50% off for yourself and spouse/partner and 10% off for direct family members.
  
  
• We’ll elevate your career with hands-on training, mentoring, access to our exclusive academies, regular career conversations, and expert partner resources.
  
  
• Driving good in the world couldn’t be more important to us. Our colleagues can use 2 volunteering days per year to support their local communities.
  
  
• Join our internal networks and communities to connect, learn, and share ideas with likeminded colleagues.
  
  
• We’re a proud supporter of the ABI’s ‘Make Flexible Work’ campaign and welcome you to ask about the flexibility you need. Our hybrid working approach also puts you in the driving seat of how and where you do your best work.
  
  
• And much more; See a full overview of our benefits here Reward and benefits | Esure Group PLC
  
  We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We celebrate individuality and create spaces where unique backgrounds and experiences can come together. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation, in turn enabling us to better serve our customers, community and build a stronger organisation. Our commitment to inclusion extends to every part of our business, from hiring practices to professional growth opportunities, ensuring equal access and support for all