QA Tester

About Us

Pharmica is a market leader in providing healthcare to patients across the UK via our innovative website. We employ a range of healthcare professionals and technology experts. Our ethos is that by providing cutting-edge technology to automate and innovate we can deliver a safer, more affordable health care experience.

Job Description: QA Tester (Automation & Manual)

Do You Have a Passion for Quality?

At Pharmica, we believe that exceptional software demands exceptional testing. As a market leader in innovative healthcare solutions, we are committed to delivering safe, reliable, and intuitive technology to our customers. Our dynamic team works on projects that transform the healthcare experience, and we’re looking for a QA Tester to join us on this journey.

If you’re a detail-oriented problem-solver with a knack for uncovering bugs and optimising software quality, this is your chance to make an impact and grow your career.

What You’ll Be Doing

Automation Testing

• Develop, maintain, and execute automated test scripts using UI automation tools (preferably Selenium).
• Focus on programming in C# (preferred), though experience in Python, Java, or other languages is acceptable
• Collaborate with developers to integrate automated tests into the development process and CI/CD pipelines.

Manual Testing

• Conduct thorough manual testing to validate software functionality and user experience.
• Write and execute detailed test cases and plans across various platforms.
• Identify, track, and document defects using our established bug tracking tools.

What We’re Looking For

We’re on the hunt for a proactive and curious individual with the following skills:

Must-Have Skills :

• 2 years working with UI automation tools (preferably Selenium).
• Experience creating test plans and driving quality assurance as the sole QA engineer in an agile team.
• 2 years of programming experience (C# preferred, but Python/Java/other languages are acceptable).
• Solid background in manual testing.
• Inquisitive mindset with a passion for staying informed about test automation best practices and trends.
• Experience with version control systems (Git).

Preferred Skills:

• Basic SQL knowledge.
• Experience with BDD frameworks (preferably SpecFlow, Cucumber, etc.), with a strong preference for C# with Selenium, given the integration ease with our project.
• Familiarity with design patterns and best practices in C#.

Bonus Points For :

• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, Azure, Jenkins, etc.).
• Experience with API testing tools like Postman, Insomnia, or curl.
• Exposure to performance testing tools.

Who You Are

• Independent and Proactive: You’re comfortable taking the lead and researching solutions independently when faced with new challenges.
• Detail-Oriented : No bug escapes your watchful eyes.
• Collaborative Team Player : You work well with others and value open communication.
• Eager to Learn : You’re constantly looking to expand your skill set and embrace new challenges.
• Organised & Efficient : You can juggle multiple priorities without missing deadlines.

Why Join Pharmica?

• Competitive Salary : £30,000–£40,000 per year (based on experience).
• Vibrant Culture : Fun, friendly office with table football, a stocked drinks fridge, and regular socials.
• Amazing Location : Central London office (WC1), walking distance from Russell Square, Kings Cross, Chancery Lane, and more.
• Career Growth : Unmatched opportunities for development in a forward-thinking company.
• Benefits : Pension scheme and more.

Your Next Step

Are you ready to further your career in QA testing and join a company where your contributions truly matter? We’re excited to welcome a detail-driven QA Tester to our growing team at Pharmica.

Apply today with your CV and a covering letter highlighting your testing experience and ambitions. Let’s build exceptional software together!

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance
• Store discount

Ability to commute/relocate:

• London WC1X 8HB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Describe a time when you had to learn a new testing tool or technology independently. What prompted you to do so, and what was the outcome?

Education:

• Bachelor's (preferred)

Experience:

• Selenium: 2 years (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person