Software tester

The software tester will be working on various projects, supporting the team leads with testing of clinical applications that Perinatal Institute (PI) provide. Throughout this role, you will be working closely with the IT/Development, clinical, design and data teams performing a range of tests to suit the needs/requirements at the time. You will be responsible to the IT Manager and be working alongside an experienced software tester who will take on a mentorship role towards you, including managing your day-to-day activities. The role involves supporting the delivery of PI digital products and services, including GROW and MiRecord. The role requires working both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team to help ensure software systems are safe, reliable, and effective in supporting high-quality maternity care. You will need to demonstrate strong initiative with sound time management and prioritisation skills for different tasks and projects. The post holder will need to deliver highly competent testing documentation. You will be responsible for testing and managing the documentation for a range of software used. The post holder will also be responsible for planning, executing, and documenting testing activities across projects, maintaining high standards of quality assurance, contributing to continuous improvement, and supporting the safe release of software in line with organisational, clinical safety, information governance, and data protection requirements

Job description Job responsibilities

The software tester will be working on various projects, supporting the team leads with testing of clinical applications that Perinatal Institute (PI) provide. Throughout this role, you will be working closely with the IT/Development, clinical, design and data teams performing a range of tests to suit the needs/requirements at the time. You will be responsible to the IT Manager and be working alongside an experienced software tester who will take on a mentorship role towards you, including managing your day-to-day activities. The role involves supporting the delivery of PI digital products and services, including GROW and MiRecord. The role requires working both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team to help ensure software systems are safe, reliable, and effective in supporting high-quality maternity care. You will need to demonstrate strong initiative with sound time management and prioritisation skills for different tasks and projects. The post holder will need to deliver highly competent testing documentation. You will be responsible for testing and managing the documentation for a range of software used. The post holder will also be responsible for planning, executing, and documenting testing activities across projects, maintaining high standards of quality assurance, contributing to continuous improvement, and supporting the safe release of software in line with organisational, clinical safety, information governance, and data protection requirements

Person Specification

Personal Qualities Essential

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills, particularly when identifying and reporting software defects.
• High attention to detail, particularly regarding software quality, accuracy and data security.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable and thoroughly tested software.
• Methodical and logical approach to testing and troubleshooting.
• Good organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Willingness to learn new testing methodologies, tools and technologies.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Empathy for end-users in healthcare settings, with an understanding of the importance of clinical safety and patient care.

Experience Essential

• Basic understanding of software testing principles, methodologies and different types of testing.
• Basic understanding of how web-based applications and database-driven systems operate.
• Experience of using Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word.
• Ability to identify, document and clearly communicate software issues, defects and testing outcomes.
• Experience of organising tasks, maintaining accurate documentation and working to agreed deadlines.

Desirable

• Previous experience testing web applications, mobile applications or other digital systems.
• Experience using JIRA or similar issue and defect tracking software.
• Experience using test management tools such as JIRA Xray.
• Experience of API testing, including REST-based services and tools such as Postman.
• Experience of automated software testing using tools such as - Selenium WebDriver or ChromeDriver.
• Basic programming experience or knowledge, particularly Python.
• Experience testing mobile applications on iOS and Android devices.
• Familiarity with software testing tools and technologies, including Eclipse and OBS.
• Basic image editing experience using software such as Microsoft - Paint or Adobe Photoshop.
• Experience working within a software development team or multidisciplinary project environment.

Person Specification Personal Qualities Essential

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills, particularly when identifying and reporting software defects.
• High attention to detail, particularly regarding software quality, accuracy and data security.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable and thoroughly tested software.
• Methodical and logical approach to testing and troubleshooting.
• Good organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Willingness to learn new testing methodologies, tools and technologies.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Empathy for end-users in healthcare settings, with an understanding of the importance of clinical safety and patient care.

Experience Essential

• Basic understanding of software testing principles, methodologies and different types of testing.
• Basic understanding of how web-based applications and database-driven systems operate.
• Experience of using Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word.
• Ability to identify, document and clearly communicate software issues, defects and testing outcomes.
• Experience of organising tasks, maintaining accurate documentation and working to agreed deadlines.

Desirable

• Previous experience testing web applications, mobile applications or other digital systems.
• Experience using JIRA or similar issue and defect tracking software.
• Experience using test management tools such as JIRA Xray.
• Experience of API testing, including REST-based services and tools such as Postman.
• Experience of automated software testing using tools such as - Selenium WebDriver or ChromeDriver.
• Basic programming experience or knowledge, particularly Python.
• Experience testing mobile applications on iOS and Android devices.
• Familiarity with software testing tools and technologies, including Eclipse and OBS.
• Basic image editing experience using software such as Microsoft - Paint or Adobe Photoshop.
• Experience working within a software development team or multidisciplinary project environment.

Employer details

Employer name

Perinatal Institute

Address

2nd Floor

5 - 6 Greenfield Crescent

Edgbaston, Birmingham

West Midlands

B15 3BE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.perinatal.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Perinatal Institute

Address

2nd Floor

5 - 6 Greenfield Crescent

Edgbaston, Birmingham

West Midlands

B15 3BE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.perinatal.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Administrator

Andreea Lake

[email protected]

01216070101

Details

Date posted

15 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£24,000 to £33,000 a year depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

E0140-26-0001

Job locations

2nd Floor

5 - 6 Greenfield Crescent

Edgbaston, Birmingham

West Midlands

B15 3BE

United Kingdom

Job overview

The Perinatal Institute is a dynamic team of healthcare professionals, data analysts and software developers working together to create technology that helps expectant and new mothers get the best possible healthcare. We are seeking a Software Tester to join our development team and help us deliver high-quality healthcare services both offline and online. The successful candidate will assist with testing our clinical software applications, including web and mobile systems, to ensure they are safe, reliable and effective. The role involves identifying and documenting software defects, carrying out a range of testing activities, and working closely with our development and clinical teams to support the delivery and continuous improvement of our digital healthcare services.

Main duties

• Undertake duties as directed by management to support the delivery and implementation of projects, with a focus on improving maternity outcomes and reducing stillbirths nationally and internationally.
• Plan and perform functional, regression, exploratory, validation, smoke, integration, end-to-end, UI and API testing across web and mobile applications (iOS and Android).
• Analyse requirements, specifications and wireframes to develop comprehensive test cases and test scripts.
• Execute manual tests, accurately record results and identify any issues or unexpected behaviour.
• Identify, record and manage software defects in JIRA, ensuring clear documentation and full traceability through to resolution
• Support the development and implementation of automated testing where appropriate, including automating suitable manual test processes.
• Produce, maintain and archive clear and accurate testing documentation, including test cases, test scripts, test results and release records
• Ensure product releases are thoroughly tested and meet defined quality standards before deployment.
• Maintain an auditable record of testing activities and provide quality assurance for product releases
• Work closely with developers, project managers and other teams to support testing, issue resolution and continuous product improvement
• Evaluate software, testing processes and systems to identify risks, defects, potential future issues and opportunities for improvement