Job Description
Job Title: ATM - Test Analyst
Location: Hatfield, UK
The Test Analyst role is responsible for the activities of the test effort. These include identifying and executing the necessary tests, along with the logging of the outcomes of that testing.
They will also be expected to author test scripts, and test plans contribute towards estimates, and prioritize their assigned tasks/products. Interaction with third parties will also be required.
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
* Designing test scripts, scenarios, and test data appropriate to the current testing activities.
* Identifying the most appropriate implementation approach for a given test and designing test conditions based on the analysis of system functions, avoiding unnecessary complexity.
* Logging errors discovered in the verification of test execution – recovering from these errors and analyzing their causes.
* Attending/leading document walkthroughs, reviews, and inspections for user requirements.
* Evaluating the outcome (coverage, success, progress, quality) of each testing cycle, creating reports for the Senior Test Analyst / ATM Solutions manager.
* Demonstrating a good knowledge of the software development life cycle.
* Maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of ATM models and their differences with regard to testing activities.
* Ensuring that the requirements as specified are testable, the test coverage is correctly applied, and are implemented accurately.
* Pointing out areas with the Senior Test Analyst / ATM Solutions Manager where the application developed seems to stray from the agreed requirements.
* Contributing towards estimates and risk analysis for the project and liaising with the Senior Test Analyst / ATM Solutions Manager.
* Providing written updates on testing progress with an emphasis on providing early updates on issues encountered that may delay the delivery of the software.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
* Providing advice and guidance to the project team on software testing activities.
* Keeping the Senior Test Analyst / ATM Solutions Manager aware of training and resource issues affecting their performance.
* Keeping the Test Manager informed of any issues that could affect the delivery schedule.
* Performing complexity / Functional Risk Analysis on requirements specifications.
* Setting the objectives and scope for a test phase(s) including the requirements for any automated testing tools.
* Adhering to the company working practices and standards, supporting the ATM Solutions Manager in enforcement throughout the project cycle.
* Recommending enhancements, and flagging non-adhesion to the ATM Solutions Manager.
* Training to external departments to ensure knowledge transfer.
* Performing yearly/Bi-Yearly certifications with Link, Mastercard, and VISA to ensure continued compatibility with all regulatory external bodies.
* Working with Clear2Pay and ICCSolutions for testing tools and test packs.
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
* A good working knowledge of Postilion either 4.x or 5.x versions.
* A good understanding of how ATMs work.
* An ISEB foundation certificate.
* A thorough knowledge of the testing approaches, techniques, and standards expected in an industry-standard software development life cycle.
* The use of SQL for testing investigations.
* Diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
* A well-organized and self-motivated team player.
* A positive 'can-do' attitude, and an ability to stay calm under pressure.
* Training and/or experience in the use of test automation/management tools.
* Good time management and tracking/recording are essential for working on multiple projects.
About the Company:
We combine people, platforms, and software. Infogain is a human-centered digital platform and software engineering company based out of Silicon Valley. We engineer business outcomes for Fortune 500 companies and digital natives in the technology, healthcare, insurance, travel, and retail industries using technologies such as cloud, microservices, automation, IoT, and artificial intelligence. We accelerate experience-led transformation in the delivery of digital platforms. Infogain is also a Microsoft Gold Partner and Azure Expert Managed Services Provider (MSP). Infogain has offices in California, Washington, Texas, the UK, the UAE, and Singapore, with delivery centers in Seattle, Houston, Austin, Kraków, New Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, and Bengaluru.