Business Test Analyst

TEKsystems, Inc.; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Software Tester to join their dynamic team in Cardiff. This role involves managing testing processes for various network partners, ensuring that business requirements are met through effective testing strategies. You'll collaborate closely with stakeholders, translate business needs into test scenarios, and execute testing phases to uphold high standards. If you have a strong background in software testing within the payments sector and are keen to contribute to a forward-thinking environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software testing experience in the payments industry.
• Proven experience in testing REST and SOAP APIs.

Responsibilities

• Support development of business test strategies and plans.
• Execute business testing scenarios to meet requirements.

Skills

Software Testing

Business Acceptance Testing

Functional Testing

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

ISTQB/ISEB Testing Certification

Tools

Postman

Ready API

Jira

Job description

The team is responsible for managing the testing processes for various network partner markets according to route specifications, as well as overseeing multiple client onboarding workflows into specific environments. Business testing/User acceptance testing must be aligned with network partner and client business requirements/route specifications to ensure the business processes and procedures are adhered to on a daily basis.

Responsibilities include:

• Contributing to and supporting the development of business test strategies and test plans for each market.
• Demonstrating strong skills in functional and business acceptance testing and collaborating effectively with other business users.
• Translating business requirements and operational workflows into business test scenarios and relevant test cases.
• Defining, documenting, and maintaining business test scenarios and test cases in collaboration with business users, business analysts, and product owners/managers.
• Executing business testing scenarios to ensure standards meet business requirements and route specifications.
• Conducting defect triage meetings with business analysts, product owners, and other relevant business users to ensure issues are resolved prior to sign-off.
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders to communicate their requirements and provide support during testing phases.
• Providing bespoke test completion reports upon the conclusion of testing phases.
• Participating in various stages of testing, including Network UAT, Client testing, and production testing.
• Maintaining the ability to work under pressure, both in terms of deliverable deadlines and communication with managers and resources in challenging situations.
• Supporting automation testing initiatives and activities when necessary.

Qualifications & Industry Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field.
• ISTQB/ISEB testing certified.
• At least 5 years of software testing experience within the payments industry / financial services, with a minimum of 2 years in business/UAT testing.
• Solid testing experience in cross border payments especially with SWIFT MT/MX formats, FPS, CHAPS, SEPA, ACH, and Global RTP payment schemes
• Proven experience in testing REST and SOAP APIs using Postman and Ready API tools.
• Proficiency in JSON and XML message templates/formats.
• Extensive experience in test and defect management using Jira toolsets (Jira Std, Zephyr, etc.).
• Solid knowledge of test processes and methodologies, with experience adopting industry best practices.
• Any automation testing experience is nice to have.
• Independent and proactive worker who takes ownership of tasks, operates with minimal supervision, and uses initiatives constructively and positively.
• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Location

Cardiff, UK

Rate/Salary

400.00 - 425.00 GBP Daily

Trading as TEKsystems. Allegis Group Limited, Maxis 2, Western Road, Bracknell, RG12 1RT, United Kingdom. No. 2876353. Allegis Group Limited operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency as set out in the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003. TEKsystems is a company within the Allegis Group network of companies (collectively referred to as "Allegis Group"). Aerotek, Aston Carter, EASi, Talentis Solutions, TEKsystems, Stamford Consultants and The Stamford Group are Allegis Group brands. If you apply, your personal data will be processed as described in the Allegis Group Online Privacy Notice available at https://www.allegisgroup.com/en-gb/privacy-notices.

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