Reference: TQ2425_2136_396
Vacancy: 1
Job title: Quality Assurance Analyst
Location: Leicester
Job Purpose:
TESTQ Technologies is an IT services and solutions company whose offerings spans over variety of industry sectors with strong technical, domain and process expertise helping clients grow their businesses and decrease operational costs on continuous basis in an ever-changing business environment.
This opportunity is in the solution design and development arena for Quality Assurance Analyst who will play a major role with the technical design and development of the company’s technical offerings. The role is based at our Leicester office with occasional assignments at client locations.
Job Description (Main Duties and Responsibilities):
Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and test scripts to thoroughly evaluate software applications and systems.
Working closely with the product team on the design and development of new features.
Creating and maintaining documentation and tutorials.
Implementing new processes and creating new tools to automate testing.
Identify, document, and track software defects using bug tracking systems, and work closely with developers to resolve issues in a timely manner.
Perform functional, regression, integration, and performance testing to validate software functionality, performance, and scalability.
Participate in requirements and design reviews to provide input on testability, usability, and quality considerations.
Evaluating software for release readiness and reporting defects to software developers.
Monitor efforts to resolve product issues and track progress.
Ensure that the final product satisfies the product requirements and meets end-user expectations.
Spot areas for improvement to enhance the product's efficiency.
Research the current market for similar products and compare results.
Key Skills, Qualifications and Experience Needed [The candidate must demonstrate these in all stages of assessment]
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field.
Should have 2 to 3 years of experience in quality assurance/testing roles, with a strong understanding of software testing methodologies and best practices.
ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL), Certified Quality Assurance Professional (CQAP) or other relevant certifications in software testing would be an added advantage.
Experience with test automation tools and frameworks, such as [mention relevant tools].
Proficiency in writing clear, concise, and comprehensive test plans and test cases.
Experience with automated testing tools such as Selenium, QTP/UFT, TestComplete, or SoapUI.
Knowledge of scripting languages used in test automation, such as Python, Java, JavaScript, or Ruby.
Familiarity with test automation frameworks like TestNG, JUnit, or Cucumber.
Understanding of various SDLC models like Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, and how QA fits into each.
Knowledge of how to integrate QA processes within different phases of the SDLC.
Experience with performance testing tools like JMeter, LoadRunner, or Gatling for evaluating system performance under load.
Familiarity with API testing tools such as Postman, SoapUI, or RestAssured for validating RESTful and SOAP APIs.
Ability to automate API tests and integrate them into CI/CD pipelines.
Proficiency in SQL for querying databases to validate data integrity, consistency, and correctness.
Experience with test management tools like TestRail, Zephyr, or QTest for organizing and managing test cases and test execution.
Other Key skills:
Good analytical and Problem-solving skills
Good communication skills
A thorough approach and Self starter
Focus on quality and delivery
Working together in teams.
Leadership and effective decision making.
Flexible Attitude
Excellent customer service
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or above in the UK or Equivalent.
Salary: GBP 40000 to 55000 per annum
Published Date: 02 Jan 2025
Closing Date: 01 Feb 2025
Evaluation: CV Review, Technical Test, Personal and Technical Interview and References
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent [Part time and Fixed Term option is available]