Test Analyst (Senior)

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Test Analyst in Ireland.

You will play a key role in ensuring the quality and reliability of complex software systems within a structured and high-impact delivery environment. This position focuses on end-to-end testing activities across system development and maintenance, contributing directly to the delivery of robust and high-performing applications. You will design and execute comprehensive test strategies covering functional and non-functional requirements, helping to reduce defects and improve overall software quality. Working in a remote-first setup, you will collaborate closely with developers, analysts, and project stakeholders across Agile teams. The role requires strong analytical thinking and attention to detail in a fast-paced public sector context. You will also contribute to continuous improvement of QA processes and testing standards.

Accountabilities

• Design, develop, and execute end-to-end test cases based on functional and non-functional requirements
• Ensure comprehensive test coverage across system, integration, regression, and user acceptance testing activities
• Create and maintain test scripts, test data, and regression test packs for ongoing releases
• Establish and maintain traceability between test cases and business requirements
• Execute, document, and analyse test results, identifying defects and maintaining detailed defect logs
• Monitor, report, and communicate progress, risks, issues, and quality metrics throughout the testing lifecycle
• Review and refine test cases and scripts based on outcomes and evolving requirements
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of QA processes, tools, and standards
• Provide expert guidance and support to project teams on testing practices and quality assurance approaches
• Estimate testing effort to support accurate project planning and delivery timelines

Requirements

• 7+ years of professional experience in software testing or quality assurance in a senior role
• Strong expertise in manual testing methodologies, including system, integration, regression, and end-to-end testing
• Experience using test management and defect tracking tools, including test automation exposure
• Ability to create detailed and structured test cases from technical and functional specifications
• Strong understanding of QA principles, testing lifecycle, and software development processes
• Experience maintaining traceability matrices and ensuring requirements coverage
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex systems and identify issues
• Excellent documentation, reporting, and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in Agile environments and manage multiple priorities
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure in delivery-focused environments
• English proficiency at native level or CEFR C2 equivalent

Benefits

• 12-month full-time contract with possibility of extension
• Remote-first role within Ireland or EU-based locations
• Opportunity to work on large-scale public sector systems
• Exposure to structured QA processes and modern testing practices
• Collaborative Agile working environment
• Potential for contract renewal based on performance and project needs
• Involvement in meaningful projects with real operational impact