Senior Manual Test Analyst - D365 CE / DevOps - Birmingham
Hybrid - x1 a week onsite
Permanent (Sponsorship is not provided for this opportunity)
£45-50k
Senior Test Analyst required for our client based in Birmingham. They're an established Microsoft Digital Transformation Consultancy who are currently seeking a Senior Test Analyst with extensive experience across the entire testing lifecycle, including requirements gathering, collaboration with development teams, and assisting end users. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Dynamics 365 CE (Customer Engagement), a strong understanding of UAT, Testing, and DevOps processes, and the ability to lead testing efforts in a fast-paced environment. The role requires excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients, project teams, and key stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and execute User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and system testing for Dynamics 365 CE projects.
* Oversee and contribute to end-to-end system lifecycle testing, ensuring all testing phases are thoroughly executed and meet high-quality standards.
* Collaborate with development teams, clients, and stakeholders to gather, clarify, and review testing requirements.
* Work through challenging testing scenarios, ensuring issues are identified and resolved in a timely manner.
* Create, analyse, and execute user test scripts and provide detailed feedback and progress reports to the Test Manager.
* Work closely with DevOps and other project management tools (e.g., JIRA) to track progress, manage test cases, and ensure smooth integration.
* Mentor junior testers and assist in refining testing methodologies and processes.
* Actively participate in continuous improvement efforts, optimising testing practices and workflows.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* Hands-on experience with UAT, system testing, and DevOps processes.
* Strong experience with Dynamics 365 CE (Customer Engagement) testing and its integration with other systems.
* Proven ability to manage and execute end-to-end system lifecycle testing, from initial requirements gathering to post-implementation.
* Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to confidently interact with clients, project teams, and stakeholders at all levels.
* Expertise in creating, analysing, and executing user test scripts, and providing actionable insights and reports to the Test Manager.
* ISTQB Foundation or equivalent certification (additional certifications preferred).
* Experience with JIRA, DevOps, and other project management tools used for tracking and managing testing activities.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Test Analyst to play a key role in ensuring the quality and success of high-impact projects. If you are looking to take the next step in your testing career, we would love to hear from you.
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