Staff Quality Engineer (Waitrose Apps)

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Staff Quality Engineer (Waitrose Apps)

Apply locations Bracknell posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R-181037

ABOUT THE ROLE

As the UK's most successful omni-channel retailer, ecommerce is a key part of our business - we run two of the busiest websites in the UK, driving a significant proportion of our sales.

Our engineering practice includes 80+ teams, working on everything from Cloud platforms to mobile apps, from ecommerce functionality to machine learning.

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Working Arrangements

• Flexible Working: This is a hybrid role, primarily split between working from home (UK) and London/Bracknell Head Offices, with occasional visits to other locations as needed.
• Work Pattern: Usually attend the office once or twice a month; more frequent visits may be required depending on business needs. Offices are open 5 days a week for those who prefer more frequent attendance.

Compensation and Contract

• Salary: Up to £92,500 (depending on experience)
• Contract Type: Permanent

Key Responsibilities

• Embed within a product team to promote quality and continuous testing culture. Mentor team members in testing practices, review codebases, and contribute to pipelines, ensuring quality from development to production.
• Mentor junior members and support their personal development.
• Work with diverse stakeholders, requiring excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Opportunities for leadership and people management roles.
• Continuously improve skills and stay updated with the latest technologies and techniques.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Extensive knowledge and experience in native mobile app development for iOS and/or Android.
• Understanding of architectural patterns, CI/CD, testing frameworks (XCTest/XCUITest, Espresso), and mobile non-functional risks.
• Ability to write and review code, develop testing utilities, and automate checks.

Desirable Skills

• Experience with Bitrise/Gitlab CI, GraphQL, BFF patterns, Microservices, Cloud platforms (GCP/AWS), and mobile security testing.

Additional Information

• Application involves online assessment, CV upload, and questions. More info at
• Next steps include a screening call, tech assessment, and interviews.
• Let us know if you need adjustments during recruitment.

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Closing Date: August 17, 2025

Pay: £59,500 - £115,000 annually

Contract Type: Permanent

Job Level: Partnership Level 6

Location: Bracknell Campus, Doncastle Road, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 8YA

ABOUT THE PARTNERSHIP

We're the UK's largest employee-owned business, home of John Lewis and Waitrose. We're committed to building a happier world, focusing on innovation, quality, and service. As Partners, we share ownership, responsibilities, and rewards, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

Note: Some roles require pre-employment vetting, including DBS checks and financial probity assessments. Apply promptly as vacancies may close early. We support flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance.