Test Analyst - Brighton - 30k - 35k

CRG TEC ,
Brighton, East Sussex
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £28,000 per annum

Overview

Test Analyst - Brighton - FTC 24 months - 30k - 35k We're looking for a Test Analyst ideally with Web API experience to help with a program of work with 5 streams. Projects including, CRM implementation, Document Management, Data Platform, Data Migration and a Customer Web Portal. There is a chance of a permanent job at the end of the fixed term. 2 years is a long time. Responsibilities You will: Execute tests / packages and ensure tests results are accurately recorded Undertake and deliver a thorough testing process (including raising defects, closing tasks, providing test MI) to identify defects and ensure they are fixed so that they do not cause issues in production - as directed by the Senior Testing roles Ensure that thorough testing has been undertaken at all stages of the testing phase (static testing, test execution) and that no foreseeable defects or regression defects make their way into the Production environment due to the test team not spotting them Accountable for major issues which are discovered post go live which should have been identified during testing Ensure that all Test Scripts are peer reviewed to ensure that the testing covers all scenarios Flexible with regards to working hours in support of Infrastructure upgrades required to be undertaken outside standard business hours Provide oversight and support for UAT testing conducted by business users as directed Support live incident resolution in coordination with the service desk and development teams Develop and extend automated testing appropriate to reduce the scale of manual regression testing Essential and Desirable Criteria Essential Experience of testing techniques, standards, methodologies and best practice gained in a software development or testing environment API Testing Experience Knowledge and experience of the end to end software testing process (from writing tests to raising defects) Ability to contribute to test estimation where appropriate Understanding of the principles of automation testing and automation techniques gained through training and/or practical experience ISTQB / ISEB qualified to Foundation Level or equivalent experience Person Specification Proactive and flexible Problem solving and analytical skills Communication skills at all levels Attention to detail and accuracy Personable and a team player Benefits Amazing Pension discretionary bonus arrangements access to performance related pay progression 25 days annual leave provision flexible working arrangements - home working encouraged development opportunities enhanced parental leave arrangements a free employee assistance programme an excellent office location in Brighton. If you're interested in this 24 month fixed term contract then please hit the apply button now