Test Engineer

Would you like the opportunity to work with the latest technologies reaching 50 million users? The DVLA and Inspire People are partnering together to bring you an exciting opportunity for a Test Engineer to work on analysing and assuring the quality of DVLAs software to build products quickly and safely. £35,663 plus £10,331 DVLA pension contribution per annum. Flexible, hybrid working from Swansea (60% on site), a great place to work, live and play, with a healthy work-life balance on how and where you work.

Role Overview:

A Test Engineer is responsible for creating solutions that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of testing processes. They apply established engineering standards to design, develop, and execute a range of technical tests.

This role ensures a high-quality, reliable testing service by planning, designing, and performing all testing activities, including work on Legacy systems.

The Test Engineer verifies and validates code using appropriate tools and methodologies, supporting the Scrum team in delivering tasks and achieving a clear definition of done.'

As a Test Engineer, your responsibilities will include, but aren't limited to:

• Determine test scope and estimate the effort required
• Use technical tooling and engineering approaches to design and execute tests
• Develop reports, record outcomes and support the resolution of defects
• Contribute to and follow engineering practices and standards

To be successful in this role you will need to have the following experience:

• You will have real experience of using test tooling to assist you in testing both web-based user interfaces and APIs.
• You will proactively look to implement Continuous Testing principles to speed up the feedback cycle for all elements of quality, such as security and accessibility.
• You will have experience as a Test Analyst or Test Engineer and able to work across multiple delivery squads and be able to have difficult conversations when your testing has identified defects.
• You will actively seek and consider input of people from diverse backgrounds and perspectives and collaborate with others to share information, resources and support.

Working for the DVLA Digital Team

At DVLA, licensing is just the start. Every project you implement, touch and deliver has a ripple effect that'll wash across the nation. Here the work you're doing has the capacity to change the way 50 million people interact with our services. As we aim to keep our roads some of the safest in the world, our innovative, transformative digital-led services help optimise a nation of individuals and business every single day.

Benefits
Alongside your salary of £35,663, Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency contributes £10,331 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme.

Being part of our brilliant Civil Service means you will have access to a wide range of fantastic benefits:

• Best in class learning and development tailored to your role?
• An environment with flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance?
• A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity with a range of staff communities to support all our colleagues?
• Generous employer contribution of 28.9%, depending on chosen pension scheme
• Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance.
• Digital communities with clear career frameworks
• On-site gym plus personal training available (membership applies)
• On-site nursery, restaurants and coffee bar?
• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing by 1 each year (up to 30) & 8 Bank Holidays plus an additional Privilege Day to mark the King's birthday.
• 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme providing free confidential help and advice for staff.
• Free parkingAs part of the application process, you will be asked to provide a CV to Inspire People (our Recruitment Partners) which outlines your experience and suitability for the role (based on the experience points outlined in the essential criteria on this advert).

Apply:

For this role you will need to submit a CV. Within your CV please provide detailed evidence of your experience of the following essential criteria:

• Experience in software testing, including manual and/or automated testing, defect management, and test creation.
• Familiarity with testing tools (eg X-Ray/Bruno) and understanding of software development life cycles.
• Ability to work with and gain an understanding of digital products and data, using designs and user stories.
• Evidence of identifying, diagnosing, and resolving bugs found during testing.

The sift will be completed on a rolling basis whilst the campaign is still live and so there is potential for feedback to be shared with you (on your application) before the advert closes.

The sift will take place week commencing 23/02/26.

Please take note that DVLA does not hold a UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker License sponsor and are unable to sponsor any individuals for Skilled Worker Sponsorship.

Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is'security check. To allow for meaningful checks to be carried out, candidates will be required to have at least 5 years continuous residency in the UK. All applicants for this role must ensure that they meet this minimum residency requirement - if you do not, your application will be withdrawn