You should have a minimum of 2 years experience with JMeter on a range of web-based performance testing projects for a diverse set of customers. Ideally you will also have some experience with functional testing web and mobile applications.
This is a good opportunity to grow technically – you will be working as a part of an experienced performance team servicing both existing and new customers in a range of industries, including finance, legal, higher education and not for profit.
You don’t have to have years of experience in testing, though we are looking for people with 3-4 years in total. We are a small company but a part of a much larger group, which means you will be working across many projects but making a difference, with opportunities to work with major customers and global teams across the firm. As a part of the role, our team will support your growth and provide training and support on different tools from our partners, including LoadRunner and NeoLoad. Together with exposure to the latest technologies, cloud platforms and a diverse set of customers, these elements will certainly keep work interesting.
Essential Requirements
- 3-4 years testing experience, including 2 years of using JMeter
- At least a basic knowledge of Java
- A good understanding of the software development life cycle development and testing and experience of working on a range of projects
- Experience of working in a variety of different technical environments
Advantageous - Experience of analysing network traffic
- An understanding of network protocols and tools
- Test automation skills (any tools)
Personal Requirements
- Very Good communication skills (written and spoken)
- Needs to be technical, capable of integrating with an existing team and contributing effectively to the goals of the organisation
- It is essential to be committed, energetic and enthusiastic about testing
- Needs to be practical and proactive, owning problems and able to think ahead
- Able to work well autonomously, with a focus on delivery
- Eagerness to learn and an aptitude for picking things up quickly
What we offer
An attractive salary and benefits package, including healthcare, pension, cycle to work etc, with diverse career opportunities in a global IT services firm. You may be based at a client site from time to time, but your permanent base will be our offices in Borehamwood. Either way, we try to ensure everyone feels involved and engaged with everything we're doing. We organise regular social activities, such as Friday lunch drinks, pizza lunches, international food lunches, social evenings, quizzes, days out and more.
Prolifics Testing is the UK software testing division of Prolifics Inc. Prolifics employs over 1800 people across the UK, USA, Germany, Canada and India. We specialise in IT consulting, digital transformation and integration of IBM, Mulesoft and Azure solutions for some of the largest companies in the World. There are 3 Prolifics companies in the UK, in addition to ourselves there is the integration practice in London and Tier 2 (web and app development) in Stevenage.
About Borehamwood
Borehamwood has a vibrant high street, major retailers, a mix of big-name and independent cafes and restaurants, and a very strong TV and Film industry heritage, Elstree Studios, BBC Elstree and Sky Studios are all based here. We're easily accessible from Central London, North London boroughs, other parts of Hertfordshire, and beyond. Our modern offices are directly opposite Elstree & Borehamwood, which is within London's Travelcard area, and is located in Zone 6. It's on the Thameslink line, with services through London St Pancras (just 21 minutes at peak times), as far south as Sutton and as far north as Luton. The station also gives access to bus services across the region. If you're driving, we're close to the A1, M1, M25 and the A406 North Circular. Parking at the office is available.
Apply now
Please apply with your CV and cover letter to jobs@prolifics-testing.com.
