Job Description

Web App Test Engineer - Cybersecurity Focus

The individual will work within the Test and Approvals department located at the DSE office Mansfield. They will perform verification and validation activities at a product and system level on new product developments as an integral part of ensuring high-quality and cyber-secure products are built by the company. Full training and support will be provided.

Requirements:

A good level of understanding of testing types, testing methodologies and software product development lifecycles Principles of cryptography for data confidentiality and authentication, including digital certificates, and how to validate these in test scenarios Understanding of penetration testing methodologies, and how to translate them into negative and automated test cases Web and/or mobile application test technologies and practices, including test automation Knowledge of web servers, APIs, and security testing of web-based applications (e.g., authentication, session handling, TLS enforcement) Configuring and Troubleshooting IP network settings An appreciation of electrical systems and engine driven applications Ensure the repeatability of software test plan execution to identify and capture issues during the first test cycle Attention to detail, patience and self-discipline required for software testing An open attitude for learning and continuous skills development Able to perform tasks on their own or as part of a team Teamwork is essential Ability to multitask and manage multiple testing activities efficiently

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

Develop and execute test scripts and plans for product testing during new product development and release, ensuring all security requirements are met Expand functional test cases to include cybersecurity-aware scenarios, such as validation of certificate handling, authentication flows, and rejection of weak protocols/ciphers Design and run negative test cases informed by penetration testing methodologies (e.g., expired or invalid certificates, malformed payloads, repeated failed logins) to ensure secure failure modes Setup test apparatus, including wiring and rewiring of test looms Complete test and issue reports as part of testing in a controlled manner Utilise existing and contribute to the development and/or introduction of new manual and automated testing tools Make use of the company documentation, version control system and issue management systems to record findings in a controller manner Communicate and maintain timing records for time spent on projects Obtain product knowledge and assist with new product specification Assist with the development of internal procedures and techniques for verification and validation testing Other ad hoc duties as and when required

Internal & External Relationships:

Engineering department the test and approvals engineer will work closely with the software development team whilst testing the products and communicate the detail of the results Technical Support assist technical support with more involved customer queries

Benefits:

25 days holiday + Bank Holidays New flexible holiday scheme Bupa Healthcare package Life Insurance Enhanced Maternity/Paternity pay 5% Pension contributions Companywide performance based annual bonus scheme
Job Type: Full-time


Pay: 24,420.00-40,413.51 per year


Benefits:


Company pension Cycle to work scheme Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Free parking Life insurance On-site parking Referral programme Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:


Nottinghamshire, NG17 5ES: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):


Do you have a good level of understanding of testing types, testing methodologies and software product development lifecycles? Do you have knowledge of web servers, APIs, and security testing of web-based applications (e.g., authentication, session handling, TLS enforcement)? Do you have a BTEC or HND in electrical or Computer Science engineering? Do you have experience in Web and/or mobile application test technologies and practices, including test automation? Do you have experience in Cyber Security?
Language:


English (required)
Work authorisation:


United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: In person