QA Analyst

Focus Group; Shoreham-by-Sea; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading technology solutions provider as a QA Analyst in Shoreham-by-Sea. This hybrid role involves designing effective testing strategies, collaborating with developers, and ensuring high-quality deliverables. Enjoy a supportive culture with opportunities for innovation and growth.

Benefits

Collaborative Environment

Opportunities to Innovate

Supportive Culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a QA or similar role.
• Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Creating test plans based on acceptance criteria.
• Performing acceptance, regression, and smoke testing.
• Writing and integrating automated tests using Cypress.

Skills

Analytical

Communication

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Tools

Cypress

Jira

Job description

Join Our Team as a QA Analyst at Focus Group

Job Title: QA Analyst

Salary: Up to £35,000 plus benefits (depending on experience)

Location: Shoreham-by-Sea (Hybrid - 1 day a week in office)

Who We Are:

At Focus Group, we’re passionate about delivering high-quality technology solutions that empower our teams and drive business success. With over 1,200 talented individuals across the UK, we provide comprehensive IT, telecoms, and connectivity services.

If you're someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys problem-solving, and is passionate about quality, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

What We’re Looking For:

We’re seeking a proactive and analytical QA Analyst who can design and implement effective testing strategies, work closely with developers and stakeholders, and ensure that all deliverables meet the highest standards. You’ll play a key role in maintaining the stability and performance of our systems, while contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.

What’s in It for You?

• A hands-on role in a growing tech team:Be part of a collaborative environment where your input directly impacts product quality.
• Opportunities to innovate:Use tools like Cypress to automate testing and improve efficiency.
• Cross-functional collaboration:Work with teams across sales, marketing, operations, and more.
• A supportive culture:Join a company that values your growth, ideas, and well-being.

What Will You Do?

As our QA Analyst, your key responsibilities will include:

• Creating test plans based on acceptance criteria from scope documents.
• Performing acceptance, regression, and smoke testing.
• Writing and integrating automated tests using Cypress.
• Collaborating with developers and stakeholders to ensure quality standards are met.
• Measuring and monitoring application performance.
• Maintaining process documentation and contributing to release notes.
• Supporting the UAT process and escalating issues as needed.

What You’ll Need:

• Proven experience in a QA or similar role.
• Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.
• Experience with test automation tools (e.g. Cypress).
• High attention to detail and a process-driven mindset.
• A team-oriented, problem-solving attitude.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.

Nice to Have:

• Experience in billing or CRM systems or similar industries.
• Background in software development environments.
• Familiarity with tools like Jira.

Why Join Focus Group?

At Focus Group, we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. We celebrate innovation, value collaboration, and believe in empowering our people to make a real impact. If you’re ready to take the next step in your QA career and help us deliver exceptional technology solutions, we’d love to hear from you.