Software Test Analyst - SC Clearance Required

Software Test Analyst - SC Clearance Required

Location: Glasgow, Scotland

Posted: 1 day ago

Category: Express Recruitment

Express Recruitment are proud to be working with a world-renowned software company who are continuing to exceed expectations. Due to continued rapid growth across the UK and EU regions, our client is seeking the addition of a Test Analyst to join their rapidly growing team. The successful candidate will ideally hold a relevant degree with a couple of years relevant post grad industry experience.

Due to the sensitive nature of our client's services, the successful candidate must be fully security vetted and have been a UK resident for 3 consecutive years prior to employment and to be able to provide proof of address for the last 5 years.

In return, the successful candidate will receive an excellent benefits package which includes a competitive salary up to £35,000, an immensely generous holiday package of 38 days (including bank holidays), private health insurance, company sick pay, income protection scheme, pension scheme, flexible working and hybrid working options.

• Perform testing across the organisation's software product suite, including the preparation and delivery of test plans and scripts to company quality standards
• Perform functional and regression testing
• Perform a mixture of manual and automation performance-based testing
• Build, run and maintain automation scripts
• Utilise bug tracker tools to identify and fix any defects or configuration issues, ensuring escalated issues are reports to the Software Testing Manager
• Extract test reports and analyse findings to share with Software Testing Manager
• Perform testing on new software to ensure systems meet functional and technical requirements and compliance standards
• Carry out test documentation inspections created by wider members of the team
• Consult regularly with key stakeholder and cross-divisional senior management team to inform them of testing progress, results and potential ongoing/upcoming issues
• Provide in depth insight into test methodologies adopted for each project, making recommendations on new strategies and monitor efficiency across all tasks
• Perform system upgrades and system configuration testing, ensuring release notes are correctly documented

Skills and Experience

• Degree in relevant tech discipline e.g. Computer Science, Information Technology
• ISTQB/ISEB Certified highly desirable
• Knowledge of automated testing advantageous
• Full proficiency with manual based performance testing
• Experience working with automation frameworks such as Ranorex and Playwright
• Capable of preparing and executing test plans and scripts
• Up to date knowledge of QA testing compliance standards and software development methodologies
• First class communication and people skills on all levels

About Express Recruitment

Express Recruitment has been offering exceptional recruitment solutions across the East Midlands since 1987, "exceeding expectations every time" of over 267,000 candidates.

We supply a diverse range of sectors including Engineering, Technology, Professional Services, Languages, Sales & Marketing, Call Centres, Commercial, Manufacturing, Local Authority, NHS, Education and Voluntary organisations.

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Vacancy Summary

Hours: 35 Hours Per Week, Monday to Friday

Location: Glasgow (Hybrid)

Job Type: Permanent

Unfortunately, we are unable to contact all candidates due to the large volume of applications we receive. If you have not heard from a consultant within the next three days, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. Please do not hesitate to apply for other suitable roles in the future.

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Express Recruitment Ltd. The services advertised by Express Recruitment Ltd. are those of an Employment Agency.