QA Analyst

TN United Kingdom; West Malling; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a dedicated QA Analyst to ensure software quality through meticulous testing processes. In this role, you will collaborate with development teams to translate requirements into functional test cases, perform both manual and automated testing, and manage bugs effectively. Your attention to detail and problem-solving skills will be key in maintaining high standards throughout the software development lifecycle. Join a supportive team that values personal growth and offers opportunities for career advancement. If you are passionate about quality assurance and eager to contribute to exciting projects, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Private Healthcare

Dental Insurance

Increasing Annual Leave

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in software quality assurance, both manual and automated testing.
• Strong organization, accuracy, and attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities

• Analyze business requirements and define test scripts for new projects.
• Perform manual, exploratory, and automated testing while monitoring bugs.

Skills

Software Quality Assurance

Manual Testing

Automated Testing

UI Testing Frameworks (TestCafe, Playwright, Selenium)

Effective Communication

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Ecommerce Testing

API Automation Testing

Load Testing Frameworks (k6, Locust, JMeter)

Education

ISTQB Certification

Tools

Jira

Azure DevOps

AWS

Azure

Node Fetch

Postman

SQL

CI/CD Pipelines

Job description

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We’re looking for an experienced, highly motivated QA Analyst to help ensure the quality of the software products produced by our growing Technology team and organization.

As a QA Analyst within the Development team here at Watchfinder, you will analyze business requirements, define test scripts, execute test scripts, and monitor/manage bugs from testing of new projects and features across Watchfinder products.

We’re looking for an individual who puts quality first and sees the value in a good QA process. You will work closely with the QA Test Lead and the wider development team to understand project requirements to write and perform tests. A problem solver, with an eye for detail and the ability to think of scenarios that others might not. You will own the quality of the user journey from planning phase to the release to the live environment.

1. Translating application storyboards into functional test cases
2. Performing manual, exploratory & automated testing
3. Assist the Development, Engineering & Product teams within Squads in assessing and improving testability of the applications
4. Work with developers and support personnel to identify defects and raise bugs where appropriate
5. Monitor progress of projects and bug triage
6. Participate in feature planning sessions, release activities, development and project meetings
7. Understanding and maintaining software quality for features by defining test plans and approaches to ensure comprehensive testing
8. Work closely with the Product team to fully understand business requirements to ensure test plans are fit for purpose and fully scoped with timelines for completion
9. Ensure that all documentation such as written test plans and test scripts are completed
10. Stay abreast of the latest testing tools and automation platforms/techniques
11. Ensure delivery of high standards, documentation, and service levels
12. 3-5 years’ experience in software quality assurance manual & automated testing
13. Knowledge and experience with UI testing frameworks - TestCafe, Playwright, Selenium
14. Good team player and able to work independently
15. Proven experience in mentoring team members
16. Ability to establish strong, effective working relationships at all levels
17. Strong organization, accuracy, and attention to detail
18. Strong sense of urgency and dedicated work ethic
19. Ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize under pressure
20. Knowledge of development and quality assurance best practices and methodologies
21. Effective written and verbal communication skills
22. Ability to think outside the box, including edge cases
23. Experience in testing ecommerce platforms
24. Knowledge of API automation testing frameworks, Node Fetch, Postman, etc.
25. Experience with load testing frameworks like k6, Locust, JMeter, etc.
26. Knowledge of Gherkin or Cucumber syntax
27. Exposure to TypeScript and/or basic SQL skills
28. Knowledge of SQL, CI/CD pipelines, Jira or Azure DevOps, and AWS or Azure platforms is desirable
29. ISTQB certification is a plus

Why work for Watchfinder?

Firstly, what makes Watchfinder a great place to work is the people! Whether within your immediate team or across other areas of the business, there is a family feel across the company.

If personal growth and development are priorities for you, Watchfinder offers numerous opportunities for career advancement and professional development, with staff contributing significantly to the company's success.

To join this exciting journey, apply now!

Our Benefits & Incentives

Along with a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package:

• Private healthcare and dental
• Holiday scheme – Increasing annual leave