Graduate GIS Engineer (QA)

Computer Science graduates are required to join a leading GIS company based in Stevenage. This is a chance to be involved in the testing, production and life cycle of desktop, server and web software.

THE ROLE:
Overall, you will apply practical computing techniques to real-world scenarios and explore the capabilities, applications and configurations of spatial data and analysis. This includes:

• Design and develop software and automated procedures to test our products using programming skills in a Python environment.
• Work with cloud-hosted and containerised environments, testing setups, security, databases and configurations.
• Run scheduled application and architecture penetration tests.
• Build and maintain installer projects and scripts.
• Provide technical assistance for the delivery of user documentation
• Contribute to research and development programs and projects to meet the companys needs and to capitalise on potential new products and functionality.
• Record and communicate testing activities and results in oral and written formats.
• Learn about GIS research and development procedures and techniques.

KEY SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Recently completed an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in Computer Science or similar.
• Some development skills in Python, .NET or similar.
• Knowledge of cloud technologies and virtualisation.
• Understanding of the use of databases.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work with and within teams from various departments.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• An inquiring mind and aptitude for learning within a range of different subject areas.
• An interest in spatial relationships and analysis.

SALARY & BENEFITS:

• £26,000 - £28,000, dependent on experience.
• 30 days annual leave.
• Core hour flexibility.
• Pension.
• Private health, dental and life insurance.
• Gym membership.
• Training to gain International Software Testing Qualifications Board accreditation.

No overseas applicants, please; visa applications, including those on graduate visas, will not be considered.

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Location: Aston End, GB

Posted Date: 11/29/2024