For over 50 years we have been helping its clients deliver better business financing.­­

Today, our products and services are used by over 120 banks and finance providers worldwide. Our flexible end-to-end platform offers them everything they need to provide an extensive range of financing products, smoothly and securely. From institutional lenders to SME specialists, our software gives our clients the agility to create new and innovative finance products that help their customers thrive.

Headquartered in London, and with regional offices in California and Singapore, Lendscape employs over 200 people around the world.

We continue to grow and evolve, building on our heritage while keeping pace with the changing demands of the financial software sector.

About the role and our Engineering team

Joining our team is an exciting opportunity to be apart of a growing bunch. As a member of a team that is spread across various parts of the world, you will gain exposure to diverse cultures and perspectives. Being a part of Lendscape while we are venturing into new countries puts you at the forefront of expansion!

We are a team of 85, each individual’s contributions are visible and impactful, providing a sense of satisfaction and accomplishment.

Our Software Engineering team is our biggest function, with 80 colleagues spread across 9 squads they play a key role ensuring we continue to be leaders in our field. 

We have some exciting new developments and are committed to introducing 3 additional teams to take us to over 105 colleagues in Engineering. 

You will be responsible for both manual and automated testing, using analytical and technical skills to have a direct impact of the quality of the software we create and deliver. 

How you will make a difference

As an essential member of our Engineering department, you will play a key role in designing, implementing, and maintaining automated test scripts to ensure the quality and reliability of our software products. 

Requirements

You are responsible for

Automated Test Script Development

Design, develop, and maintain robust automated test scripts using Cypress for web applications.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand product requirements and translate them into effective and efficient automated test cases.

Implement test scripts that cover functional, regression, and performance testing scenarios.

Test Framework Design and Enhancement

Contribute to the design and enhancement of the automated testing framework, ensuring scalability, maintainability, and reusability.

Stay current with industry best practices and emerging trends in automated testing, and apply this knowledge to continuously improve the testing processes and frameworks.

Collaboration and Communication

Work closely with software developers, product managers, and quality assurance team members to identify testing requirements and areas for automation.

Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders to provide timely updates on test automation progress, issues, and results.

Defect Identification and Reporting

Conduct root cause analysis for failed automated test cases and collaborate with the development team to ensure timely resolution of issues.

Report and document defects with clarity, providing necessary details to facilitate efficient debugging and resolution.

Continuous Learning and Professional Development

Stay informed about advancements in Cypress and other relevant technologies, actively seeking opportunities for professional development.

Proactively share knowledge and insights with team members to foster a collaborative and learning-oriented culture within the organization.

Technical requirements

Programming Languages

Competency in at least one programming language (e.g., Java, Python, C#) to facilitate automated testing and scripting.

Testing Tools and Frameworks

Proficiency in using testing tools and frameworks for both manual and automated testing.

Expertise in Cypress is a requirement.

Test Automation

Very strong expertise in test automation, including the ability to design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts.

Familiarity with continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) practices.

Web Technologies

Understanding of web technologies is essential for testing web applications. Knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript aids in interacting with and manipulating elements on web pages.

API Testing

Ability to test and validate APIs using tools like Postman or RestAssured, and understanding of HTTP methods, status codes, and request/response formats.

Version Control Systems

Proficient in version control systems (e.g., Git) to ensure proper code management and collaboration within development teams.

Database Knowledge

Understanding of database concepts and the ability to write SQL queries for data validation and testing.

Testing Methodologies

Understanding of testing methodologies, including unit testing, integration testing, system testing, and regression testing.

Scripting and Automation

Proficiency in scripting languages to automate repetitive tasks and enhance test automation scripts.

Performance Testing

Familiarity with tools like Apache JMeter, Gatling, or Locust for performance testing and stress testing.

Containerisation and Orchestration

Basic understanding of containerisation and orchestration technologies for creating consistent test environments.

Problem-Solving Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify, isolate, and troubleshoot issues in the testing process.

Security Testing

Basic knowledge of security testing tools and practices to ensure the application's security aspects are considered in the testing process.

We know that perfect candidates don’t exist. Even if not all of this applies to you, we’d love to learn more about you.

• In-depth knowledge of quality assurance methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Proven experience as an Automated Test Script Writer with a focus on Cypress for web application testing.
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript and familiarity with front-end technologies.
• Experience in designing and implementing automated testing frameworks.
• Solid understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) and testing methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Benefits

What’s in it for you

-        Full-time opportunity – hybrid working, working remotely

-        Continuous training

-        Learning and development

-        Life assurance

-        Work alongside a team developing and delivering innovative technology that creates huge value for a variety of local and international clients

Our culture

We are very proud of our culture and our way of working. Below are our shared values and behaviours that make up our work environment and our day-to-day experience at Lendscape.

Achieve great things, together: We are supportive and empathetic, always available to lend a hand when needed.

Go above and beyond for customers: We are customer centric and give 100% to deliver exceptional outcomes. Everyone is willing to go the extra mile to solve the customer’s biggest challenges and help them get ahead.

Embrace every opportunity: We’re inspired by opportunities to sustainably grow ourselves. Lendscape and our customers.

Rise to the challenge: We are self-motivated, empowered with flexibility and autonomy to work in our best way.

What to expect

We appreciate you taking the time to apply to this role with us, and we are committed to making your journey with us as positive as possible. Interviews are a team effort and we’re keen to address any queries you may have and to determine if you equally feel if we are the right choice for your career.

Should your application be selected for an interview the process will be an initial conversation with our Talent Partner Safa Mohamoud. During this conversation we will explore your background, a broad overview of your skillset and what drives you. This will be followed by a conversation with our Head of Engineering, Jon Jenkins to dive deeper into your experience and equally for you to ask in depth questions about the role. You will also have the opportunity to meet with some of the members of the Engineering team to understand our ways of working a bit better.

Lendscape is for everyone

Lendscape is passionate about ensuring that we remain a top performing business and a fantastic place to work – a place where everyone is comfortable to work. We’re a business that values equal opportunities for all and we celebrate the unique and diverse backgrounds and experiences of each individual. 

Interested but not sure you tick every box? We recognize that skills and experience can be gained in various ways, and we encourage you to apply for a role at our company, even if you feel your background might not perfectly align with the position. 

We look forward to connecting with you.

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