2330 IT & Software Developer jobs in the UK
Requirements
Must:
- A solid understanding of Agile principles and Scrum methodology
- Proven ability to define, prioritize, and deliver high-quality software features
- Experience in non-functional testing, particularly in performance and scalability testing
- Strong knowledge of data systems, including relational and NoSQL databases
- Hands-on experience with performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter, LoadRunner, Gatling)
- Familiarity with monitoring tools (e.g., Grafana, New Relic)
- Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for test automation
- Experience with cloud platforms and distributed systems
- Knowledge of data profiling and analysis techniques
- Familiarity with product management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps)
- Background in SaaS, FinTech, HealthTech, or eCommerce
- Understanding of UX/UI principles and user-centric design
- Working knowledge of data privacy laws and compliance standards
- Experience with DevSecOps and integrating security into CI/CD pipelines
- Exposure to machine learning models and their security implications
- Experience with big data technologies
- Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and integration of performance tests
- Exposure to data privacy and compliance testing
Responsibilities
- Conduct penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, and security audits across applications, networks, and data environments
- Design and execute performance, load, stress, and scalability tests for data-driven applications
- Analyze system behavior under different data volumes and user loads
- Collaborate with data engineering teams to understand data flows and identify performance bottlenecks
- Develop test scripts and scenarios using tools like JMeter, LoadRunner, or Gatling
- Monitor system metrics (CPU, memory, I/O, network) during test execution
- Provide detailed performance reports and recommendations for improvements
- Validate data integrity and consistency during performance testing
- Ensure compliance with non-functional requirements and SLAs
Description
We are the nations largest online pharmacy, operating on a hybrid schedule with 2-3 days a week in our office based at Thorpe Park, Leeds. Our salary is dependent on experience, and we offer extensive benefits including occupational sick pay, enhanced maternity and paternity pay, a contributory pension, and various employee discounts. We have a commitment to maintaining a positive and open working environment, prioritizing colleague experience. Our new opening for a Non-Functional Performance Tester requires strong experience in data-intensive systems, focusing on evaluating system performance, scalability, and reliability under varying loads. If you have expertise in performance testing tools and data analysis to ensure optimal system performance, we would love to hear from you! We encourage you to apply, and if we believe you are a good fit, we will reach out to arrange an interview. Please note that all successful applicants will need to prove their right to live in the UK and undergo a DBS check.
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