Social Security Scotland currently has an exciting opportunity for motivated individuals who are keen to develop their careers and grow within our team as a Test Engineer. This role provides an excellent starting point for those with some relevant experience who are eager to build their skills in testing.
As a Test Engineer, you will create and execute test cases, while also supporting the development, implementation, and maintenance of test frameworks to enable end-to-end testing across multi-component environments. You will gain hands-on experience with modern technologies and contribute to the delivery of both new and existing products.
This opportunity would particularly suit colleagues looking to transition into testing who can demonstrate some knowledge of data warehouses and data marts, an understanding of database schemas and procedures, and experience with data reconciliation checks.
We actively encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about learning, continuous development, and delivering high-quality results.
If you’d like to find out more, we will be hosting an information session where the hiring manager will talk about the role and answer any questions you may have. We strongly encourage you to attend to gain a better understanding of the position and whether it is the right fit for you. Details on how to join are included below.
Responsibilities
A Test Engineer develops solutions to enable more efficient testing. They follow engineering standards to design and execute appropriate technical tests.
At this role level, you will:
Success Profiles
We use an assessment framework called ‘Success Profiles’ which lists the elements we test and provides detailed descriptions of each. Find out more about the framework here
For this post, the following Success Profile elements will be assessed:
Experience:
Behaviours
Developing self and others (Level 3)
Managing a quality service (Level 3)
You can find out more about Success Profiles Behaviours here.
Technical Skills:
This role is aligned to Test Engineer within the Government Digital and Data Profession.
These skills will be tested during the Technical Assessment if you are successful at sift stage. They will not be assessed at application stage.
Please review the following to understand the skill expectations: Test engineer - Government Digital and Data Profession Capability Framework
How to Apply
Apply online, providing a CV and Supporting Statement (of no more than 750 words) which provides evidence of how you meet the Success Profiles above.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools can be used to support your application, but all statements and examples provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, and presented as your own) applications will be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action.
Please see our candidate guidance for more information on acceptable and unacceptable uses of AI in recruitment.
An initial sift may be completed using the CV and Supporting Statement against the first Experience criteria. Candidates who pass the initial sift will have their applications fully assessed.
Successful candidates will be invited to a competency based interview which will assess the experience and behaviours, and a technical assessment comprising a 10 minute presentation which will assess the technical skills.
Full details of the interview and assessment process will be shared with shortlisted candidates once the sift has been completed.
Please note there may be a telephone interview prior to the final interview stage.
We aim to provide feedback on request. However, where a large number of applications are received, it may not be possible to give feedback to candidates who are not invited to interview or assessment. Feedback will be available on request to all candidates who attend an interview or assessment.
Information Session
We are holding a candidate information session to provide you with information about the application and interview process, as well as further information on the role and team.
The session will be held on Thursday 18th June from 12 – 1pm
We will be talking about:
The Test Engineer role and Testing team
About Social Security Scotland
Our recruitment process
Q&A with the hiring manager
Please join us using the link below:
GDD Pay Supplement
This post is part of the Government Digital and Data (GDD) profession and currently attracts a £3000 annual GDD pay supplement, which is paid monthly - pay supplements are reviewed regularly.
Expected Timeline (subject to change)
Sift – week commencing 22nd June
Interview – week commencing 13th July
Location – In person in Dundee or Glasgow
Reserve List
In the event that there are more successful candidates than posts available, a reserve list will be kept for up to 12 months.
About Us
Social Security Scotland is an Executive Agency of the Scottish Government. Our benefits help people from all walks of life in Scotland. We offer rewarding careers and employ people across Scotland in a wide range of professions and roles. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that is representative of the clients we serve. Find more about us here
We offer a supportive and inclusive working environment along with a wide range of employee benefits. Find out more about what we offer
As part of the UK Civil Service, we uphold the Civil Service Nationality Rules
Working Pattern
Our standard hours are 35 hours per week and we offer a range of flexible working options, depending on the needs of the role. We embrace a hybrid working style where all colleagues will spend time in either our Glasgow or Dundee offices. There is an expectation of a minimum 2 days per week in your assigned location, which will be either Glasgow or Dundee. If you have specific questions about the role you are applying for, please contact us.
Equality Statement
Social Security Scotland are committed to equality and inclusion, and we aim to recruit a diverse workforce that reflects the population of our nation.
Social Security Scotland are a Disability Confident Employer. We will consider and implement any reasonable adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment process and during the course of your employment, should you be successful in securing a post. If you feel you may require assistance with any part of our recruitment process, please contact us at Recruitment@socialsecurity.gov.scot.
Find out more about our commitment to diversity and how we offer and support recruitment adjustments for anyone who needs them.
Further Information
This role is only available to existing permanent civil servants who have successfully completed their probation period within Social Security Scotland, the broader Scottish Government or Other Government Departments.
Find out more about our organisation, what we offer staff members and how to apply on our Careers Website
Read our Candidate Guide for further information on our recruitment and application processes.
The successful candidate will be expected to remain in post for a minimum of 3 years unless successful in gaining promotion to a higher Band or Grade.
If you experience any difficulties accessing our website or completing the online application form, please contact the Resourcing Team via recruitment@socialsecurity.gov.scot
Apply before 23:55 on Monday 22nd June
Contact Name - Resourcing Team
Contact e-Mail - recruitment@socialsecurity.gov.scot
The devolved government for Scotland is responsible for matters that are devolved from Westminster. Areas of responsibility include the economy, health, education, justice, rural affairs, environment, and transport.
