Test Analyst

Test Analyst - Leeds - Up to £36k

SearchDATA Group is currently looking to recruit a Software Test Analyst for a growing financial services organisation in Leeds. You will have the opportunity to develop in this role, whether that is towards automation testing which they are moving towards in the longer term or should you wish to take your career down a slightly different route.

Along with the existing Test Team, you will create, maintain and execute test plans ensuring a high level of testing across all of their initiatives. You will work closely with the development team and liaise with the wider IT and business teams to ensure processes and systems meet the highest standards.

Responsibilities:

• Liaise with clients and business owners to define success criteria and acceptable outcomes, clarified through test plans
• Quality check system changes and project deliverables before changes to production are scheduled
• Design and maintain reusable test scripts for specific products, services and business areas, as required
• Manage defects and software bugs as they are discovered and coordinate their resolution with appropriate technology teams
• Provide post implementation support from both a systems and operational perspective, and assist in troubleshooting software application issues

Key Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience of working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment is essential
• Experience in web application and desktop development environments
• Ability to effectively prioritise and take responsibility for tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Experience working with a test team within the Professional Services industry
• Good general knowledge of IT systems desirable, including SharePoint, SQL, MS Visual Studio and industry standard testing tools.
• Experience and understanding of ISTQB or ISEB, with certification desirable.
• Experience of working with API tools such as postman would be a plus