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Job Responsibilities
- I am looking for someone with test experience that includes systems integration testing, as well as user and business acceptance testing.
- You should have a sound appreciation of business operations relevant to the areas we work in and the ability to build rapport with business stakeholders.
- I need individuals who understand technical processes and can effectively liaise with technical staff, serving as a bridge between technical delivery and the business.
- Experience of requirements analysis through defect identification and retest is essential, along with good script writing and test execution skills.
- Working knowledge of automation is advantageous for future scope, though currently there is no automation involved.
- Advanced Excel skills, experience with Jira, and knowledge of the Xray plugin would greatly benefit the role.
- I expect someone comfortable working in a fast-changing environment with the ability to adapt to shifting priorities.
Team Responsibilities
- You will be part of a business-oriented test team, responsible for test analysis, preparation, execution, and coordination of the business and user acceptance test phases.
- My team will take outputs from Agile delivery teams in regular releases that have already undergone technical testing. You will verify the general readiness of the release through smoke-testing and perform independent validation from business and user perspectives to ensure that the release is fit for purpose and meets all minimum acceptance criteria.
- I would like you to engage in defect management, which includes raising content, liaising with the Product Owner and Developer, and generating appropriate retest collateral.
- Your soft skills are essential; you should be a good communicator and confident in presenting issues found and steps followed to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Maintain a proactive approach in keeping updated on developments within our business and be comfortable working in an environment of ambiguity and change.
Offer
- In return for your expertise, I can offer you the opportunity to support a major government department undergoing significant transformation. This position is available as a 3-month contract, with a pay rate of up to £475 per day (in scope of IR35). You will be required to be onsite three days per week at an office closest to your home address, with various locations available across the country.
- If this role interests you, please click 'apply now' to send me your up-to-date CV.
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