Junior QA Tester

ISS; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial market technology provider is seeking a Junior QA Tester to work within the Quality Assurance Team. This role involves analyzing functionality to create comprehensive test plans and lead automation efforts using Java and Selenium. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Computing and strong analytical skills. The position promises a collaborative environment that encourages growth.

Qualifications

• Good understanding of Software Development Lifecycle.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Possess strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyse new and changed functionality to create test plans.
• Lead automation efforts executing automated testing.
• Perform functional, non-functional, database and regression testing.

Skills

Software Development Lifecycle

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computing/Information Technology or equivalent

Job description

Position Overview

Reporting to the Test Manager, the Junior QA Tester works in a small team of testers within the Quality Assurance Team on all stages of the software development lifecycle. The Junior Analyst works closely with Test Manager, Product and Project Managers, Development and Business Stakeholders to deliver product and project releases.

Main Responsibilities

• Analyse new and changed functionality to create detailed and comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts using agreed standards and processes, with a strong focus on automation.
• Proactively liaise with subject matter experts to derive precise and detailed testing expected outcomes.
• Lead automation efforts, executing automated testing, with a focus on adding new tests to the automation suite using Java or other high level programming language and Selenium to increase efficiency.
• Document and record defects or problems, tracking the status of defects, and verifying resolution during the testing lifecycle.
• Escalate issues to the Test Manager and Project Team as needed.
• Perform functional, non-functional, database and regression testing, prioritising automation where applicable.
• Contribute to test process improvements, focusing on automation techniques, and develop and maintain documentation relating to QA processes with an emphasis on automation strategies.

Required Skills

• Good understanding of Software Development Lifecycle
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Have a positive mindset and be able to make an effective contribution to team tasks and team spirit
• Be resilient and work well in a performance based fast paced business
• Have a strong analytical mind, excellent attention to detail and be able to absorb complex technical information quickly
• Possess strong problem-solving skills, be flexible and able to adapt to changing project priorities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computing/Information Technology or equivalent

Desirable

• 1 - 2 years of relevant working experience as quality assurance engineer/tester
• ISTQB Foundation Certification or equivalent
• Experience of automation; creating and running automated frameworks
• Experience in creating database testing

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What You Can Expect from Us

At ISS STOXX, our people are our driving force. We are committed to building a culture that values diverse skills, perspectives, and experiences. We hire the best talent in our industry and empower them with the resources, support, and opportunities to grow—professionally and personally.

Together, we foster an environment that fuels creativity, drives innovation, and shapes our future success.

Let’s empower, collaborate, and inspire.

About ISS STOXX

ISS STOXX GmbH is a leading provider of research and technology solutions for the financial market. Established in 1985, we offer top-notch benchmark and custom indices globally, helping clients identify investment opportunities and manage portfolio risks. Our services cover corporate governance, sustainability, cyber risk, and fund intelligence. Majority-owned by Deutsche Börse Group, ISS STOXX has over 3,400 professionals in 33 locations worldwide, serving around 6,400 clients, including institutional investors and companies focused on ESG, cyber, and governance risk. Clients trust our expertise to make informed decisions for their stakeholders' benefit.

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