Manual & Web Automation QA Tester

Coats Digital provides industry-leading software solutions designed to optimize operations for fashion, apparel, and footwear manufacturers. Its technology helps businesses improve efficiency, enhance transparency, and support sustainability across the supply chain.

With a strong foundation in industry expertise, Coats Digital works with manufacturers and brands worldwide, offering digital tools that streamline processes from design to delivery.

Operating globally and headquartered in the UK, Coats Digital focuses on delivering innovative solutions that drive measurable improvements in productivity, cost management, and sustainability.

For more information, visit: www.coatsdigital.com

Role Purpose:

The Manual & Automation QA Tester is responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of Coats Digital's software products by performing both manual and automated testing throughout the product development lifecycle. The role ensures that deliverables meet functional, technical, and user experience standards, supporting the successful delivery of solutions to our customers. Working closely with QA teams, developers, and project stakeholders, the QA Tester helps drive a culture of excellence, customer success, and continuous improvement in product quality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Report directly to QA Lead / QA Manager.
• Share knowledge with team members.
• Participate in standups and QA level meetings.
• Develop and execute both manual and automation test cases, scripts and plans.
• Contribute to the development and updating of the automation test framework.
• Assist with exploratory and regression testing.
• Provide Standard Test Report to the QA Manager (and other stakeholders as appropriate) to update on the QA Status for both manual and automation.
• Contribute to QA strategy and processes.
• Work with the rest of the QA team to ensure the quality output is not compromised and that we deliver software with a quality-first approach.
• Track and maintain defects in the defect management system and aid the development team to ensure proper resolution.
• Work with Developers to understand, mitigate and resolve software issues.
• Triage issues found into the automated test scripts.
• Consider stakeholder and client expectations and review quality standards, escalating to QA Manager as required.
• Any other duties or special projects as reasonably requested by Coats Digital.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum 2+ years of experience in software testing.
• Hands-on experience in preparing Test Plans and Test Cases.
• Strong understanding of QA processes, methodologies, and best practices.
• Proven ability to apply a structured and methodical approach to testing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail with a focus on delivering high-quality results.
• Strong communication skills to provide clear and timely feedback to the QA Lead, QA Manager, and development teams.
• Flexibility to work effectively under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.
• Experience with QA strategies for cloud-deployed software suites.
• Practical experience in testing browser-based applications.
• Interest in and knowledge of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a plus.

At Coats Digital, we are dedicated to driving innovation, excellence, and digital transformation in the textile and apparel industry. Our collaborative and diverse environment empowers every team member to thrive while making a real impact.

If you are passionate about revolutionizing the industry with cutting-edge technology and eager to join a global leader with a rich heritage and a future-focused mindset, we invite you to take the next step in your career with us.

Apply now and be part of a dynamic team shaping the digital future of textiles.