QA Analyst

Expleo; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology consultancy in London is looking for an IT Test Analyst responsible for ensuring software systems meet quality standards. The role involves planning, executing tests, and collaborating with teams to deliver high-quality solutions. Candidates should have a degree in Computer Science, ISTQB certification, and solid testing knowledge, including experience with testing tools and methodologies. The position may offer hybrid working options and competitive benefits.

Benefits

Collaborative working environment

Opportunities for skill expansion

Accredited training courses via ExpleoAcademy

Competitive company benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience in software testing or QA.
• Experience within Banking or financial services.
• Experience with Flexcube testing.
• Understanding of DevOps and CI/CD pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed and structured test plans and test cases.
• Perform various types of testing including UAT.
• Log and track defects using issue tracking tools.
• Prepare test reports and contribute to documentation.

Skills

Solid understanding of SDLC and testing methodologies

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Familiarity with SQL

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in test management tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

ISTQB Certification or equivalent

Tools

JIRA

TestRail

Selenium

Cypress

Postman

JMeter

SoapUI

Job description

Overview

The IT Test Analyst is responsible for planning, designing, and executing testing activities to ensure that software systems meet quality standards and business requirements. The role involves identifying issues, documenting bugs, and working closely with developers, business analysts, and other stakeholders to deliver high-quality software solutions.

Responsibilities

• Analyze requirements, specifications, and technical design documents to create detailed, comprehensive, and well-structured test plans and test cases.
• Perform various types of testing: functional, system, integration, regression, user acceptance (UAT), and exploratory testing.
• Collaborate with developers and business analysts to clarify requirements and resolve issues.
• Log and track defects using issue tracking tools (e.g., JIRA, Azure DevOps).
• Participate in Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Contribute to test automation efforts where applicable.
• Ensure adherence to QA standards and best practices.
• Prepare test reports and contribute to test sign-off documentation.
• Support go-live activities, including release testing and production verification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• ISTQB Certification or equivalent.

Essential skills

• Solid understanding of software development life cycles (SDLC) and testing methodologies (Agile, Waterfall).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with SQL for database validation.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
• Proficiency in using test management and defect tracking tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail, HP ALM).

Desired skills

• Analytical Thinking
• Communication
• Attention to Detail
• Adaptability
• Teamwork
• Time Management
• Initiative

Experience

• Proven experience in software testing, QA, or a related role.
• Experience within Banking/financial services
• Experience of Flexcube testing
• Experience with test automation tools (e.g., Selenium, Cypress, Postman, JMeter).
• Knowledge of API testing and tools such as SoapUI or Postman.
• Understanding of DevOps and CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience with Practitest

What do I need before I apply

• Full-time position, standard office hours.
• May be required to work extended hours during project deadlines or critical releases.
• Hybrid or remote working options may be available.

Benefits

• Collaborative working environment – we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and ourpeers through good times and challenges
• We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects
• ExpleoAcademy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses
• Competitive company benefits
• Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo
• As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to:
• Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible
• Communicating and promoting vacancies
• Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job
• Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required
• Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people

"We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age".

We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive