Junior Manual Tester

Version 1 has celebrated over 28 years in the IT industry and we continue to be trusted by global brands to deliver IT solutions that drive customer success. Version 1 is a Microsoft Gold Partner, an AWS Premier Consulting Partner and an Oracle Platform Partner; we are also an award-winning employer and our employees are at the heart of Version 1.
Version 1 as a consultancy and a service provider, we are a digital-first environment and we do things differently. We are focused on our core values, and using these we have seen significant growth in our UK Digital, Data and Cloud Practice in the 4 years since inception. Our UK Digital, Data and Cloud business is now preparing for the next phase of expansion, opening new opportunities for highly skilled technologists and leaders to join one of the fastest-growing consultancies in the UK.
A few of our awards are the AWS Migration Partner of the Year - EMEA at AWS Re: Invent 2022, Best Workplace™ for Women UK 2022 By Great Place to Work® and Top 10 in Glassdoor’s Employees’ Choice Awards 2023.

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Junior Manual Tester. No prior experience or degree is required for this position. As a Junior Manual Tester, you will receive comprehensive training to learn the fundamentals of software testing and quality assurance. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about technology and eager to kick-start a career in software testing.

Responsibilities:

• Learn and understand the basics of manual software testing.
• Execute test cases and test plans under the guidance of senior testers.
• Participate in identifying and reporting bugs, defects, and usability issues.
• Assist in documenting test results and communicating findings to the development team.
• Collaborate with team members to reproduce and troubleshoot reported issues.
• Contribute to the creation and maintenance of testing environments and test data.
• Embrace Agile methodologies to align testing activities with project timelines and goals.
• Proactively seek opportunities to learn and improve testing skills.

• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.
• Strong IT skills
• Ability to follow instructions and adapt to changing priorities.
• Eagerness to grow and develop within the role.
• Resident in the UK for five or more years with no more than 30 days per year out of the UK to meet Security Clearance (SC) eligibility or currently hold Security Clearance.

Location: This role can be delivered in a hybrid nature from one of these offices Dublin, Belfast, Birmingham, Manchester, Edinburgh or London.

At Version 1, we believe in providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that prioritises their well-being, professional growth, and financial stability.

One of our standout advantages is the ability to work with a hybrid schedule along with business travel, allowing our employees to strike a balance between work and life. We also offer a range of tech-related benefits, including an innovative Tech Scheme to help keep our team members up-to-date with the latest technology.

We prioritise the health and safety of our employees, providing private medical and life insurance coverage, as well as free eye tests and contributions towards glasses. Our team members can also stay ahead of the curve with incentivized certifications and accreditations, including AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, and Red Hat.

Our employee-designed Profit Share scheme divides a portion of our company's profits each quarter amongst employees. We are dedicated to helping our employees reach their full potential, offering Pathways Career Development Quarterly, a programme designed to support professional growth.