CDS Global are the brand behind world-class brands. We deliver unparalleled technology, payment and data solutions, making us the largest and most strategically aligned full-service provider for media and membership organisations globally. We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Quality Assurance (QA) Analyst to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in ensuring our software products meet high-quality standards. You will work closely with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to identify issues and ensure software meets user requirements. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES Quality Assurance and Testing Develop and execute test plans and test cases to ensure product quality Perform functional, integration, regression, and exploratory testing to identify bugs and usability issues Precise in identifying defects in software programs Creative and effective approaches to resolving bugs and inefficiencies Collaboration and Communication Work with cross-functional teams to understand product requirements and define acceptance criteria Participate in team meetings, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives, to provide QA updates Document and report test results, defects, and quality metrics to stakeholders Process Improvement Identify areas for improvement in QA processes and contribute to team initiatives Stay informed about best practices and trends in quality assurance QUALIFICATIONS / KEY SKILLS Required Skills and Experience High attention to detail and strong organizational skills Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities Strong communication and collaboration skills Experience using bug tracking and test management tools Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment Understanding/Experience with testing tools, such as Playwright Experience with programming languages and databases Experience testing APIs using tools like Postman or Swagger Strong understanding of software development life cycles, programming languages, and software testing methodologies Preferred Skills & Experience Understanding of basic programming concepts or experience in writing test scripts Knowledge of performance testing tools like JMeter or LoadRunner In addition to a great working culture, we offer superb benefits too: 25 days holiday Bank Holidays Birthday Long service Workplace Pension with employer contributions Employee Assistance Programme Wellbeing Programme with access to tools and initiatives Mental Health First Aiders Onsite gym, shower, games room Free Eye Tests Insurance Schemes Cycle to Work Scheme Retail Benefit Discounts Employee Recognition Schemes Recommend a Friend Scheme Social Activities Free Parking And more Please visit our website to learn more about us www.cdsglobal.co.uk