QA Engineer

Job Title: Quality Engineer - Guidewire Claims Center

Location: Belfast

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000

About the Company:
Our client is a global leader in their sector, dedicated to providing innovative, cutting-edge solutions within the insurance technology space. Known for their collaborative culture and investment in employee growth, they are expanding their Belfast team due to sustained growth and ongoing success.

This is a unique opportunity to join a team working on highly technical and niche products, where your skills will directly contribute to delivering top-tier solutions within a well-trusted and rapidly advancing organisation.

The Role:
As a Quality Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the quality and reliability of the company's core Guidewire Claims Center product. This role offers the chance to develop your expertise in niche technologies and methodologies, while being part of a supportive, growth-focused team. Previous Guidewire experience is NOT essential for this role.

You'll engage in:

• Thorough testing: Conducting rigorous manual testing across APIs, databases, and network systems.
• Efficiency-focused processes: Ensuring testing processes are optimised and aligned with team objectives.
• Collaboration and ceremonies: Active participation in scrum ceremonies to drive effective collaboration.
• Technical product involvement: Gaining exposure to cutting-edge, closed-source technology within a highly skilled team.

Core Technologies & Tools:
You'll be working with:

• Essential Tools: Postman, SOAP, SOAP UI.
• Version Control & Containers: Git/GitHub, Podman, Docker.
• Code Editors: VS Code, IntelliJ (not Eclipse).
• Niche Tech Exposure: Opportunity to develop skills in Guidewire technology through specialised training.

Your Growth Journey:

• Short Term: Learn the product and core technical skills with guidance from your mentors and managers, Jorge and Pete. Build strong communication channels and integrate into the team.
• Long Term: Grow into an expert-level team member, contributing to API testing advancements and automation initiatives in 2025.

This role comes with access to Guidewire training, a niche and highly valued skill set, and opportunities for professional growth, evidenced by recent team promotions.

What We're Looking For:
We are seeking a Quality Engineer with a passion for delivering excellence and an inquisitive, curious mindset. You should have:

• Strong manual testing expertise across APIs, databases, and networks.
• A focus beyond browser testing.
• Excellent attention to detail with CVs tailored to the role.
• A collaborative nature, motivated to learn and grow.
• Exceptional communication skills and a proactive, curious approach to problem-solving.

Team Culture:
You'll join a team built on trust and collaboration. There's a strong emphasis on efficiency and mutual respect-everyone is trusted to deliver quality without unnecessary duplication of effort.

Why Join?

• Access to niche Guidewire training, an expensive and rare resource in the market.
• The chance to work in a close-knit, growing team.
• Clear pathways for career progression and opportunities to develop into leadership roles.
• A supportive, collaborative work environment where curiosity and learning are celebrated.

What's Next?
Interviews are being scheduled immediately, so don't miss your chance to join this dynamic team. Apply now with a tailored CV showcasing your relevant experience. As per the client's request your CV should cover your last 365 days of work with clear demonstration of your role and technical expertise.

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please contact Jack Tyrrell, Specialist Recruitment Consultant at MCS Group 02038548637 or send an up to date CV via the link provided.

If this position is not right for you, we may have others that are. Please visit www.mcsgroup.jobs to view a wide selection of our current jobs or call us 028 9023 5456 .

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