QA Test Analyst

Sopra Steria; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Bristol is seeking a QA Test Analyst to join a collaborative team. This full-time position involves planning and executing test plans across multi-platform products, ensuring quality outcomes throughout the software development lifecycle. Ideal candidates will have 3 years of testing experience and ISTQB certification. The role offers a hybrid work model with supportive benefits including private medical insurance, pension, and more.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Health Cash Plan

Dental Insurance

Life Assurance

Pension Plan

Long Service Awards

Qualifications

• 3 years of hands-on software testing experience.
• A strong understanding of testing methodologies, tools, and techniques.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Planning, developing, and executing test plans, cases, and scripts.
• Performing functional, regression, integration, end-to-end, and acceptance testing.
• Logging, tracking, and managing defects.

Skills

Software testing

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

ISTQB certification (or equivalent)

Job description

Location : Bristol - hybrid - 2 office days per week.

Salary : 27000 per annum pension and a generous benefits package

Contract type : Full-time & permanent

We’re looking for a QA Test Analyst to join our collaborative team in Yate. If you’re passionate about quality love digging into details and enjoy working closely with developers and business teams to deliver reliable user-friendly software – this could be your next great move.

As a QA Test Analyst you’ll take ownership of testing across the software development lifecycle helping to shape robust scalable and high-quality solutions for our multi-platform products. You’ll work on cutting‑edge projects apply a mix of testing techniques and influence continuous improvement across our testing processes.

What will the role involve

• Planning developing and executing test plans cases and scripts across web and mobile products.
• Performing functional regression integration end-to-end and acceptance testing.
• Working collaboratively with developers business analysts and project managers to ensure shared understanding of requirements and quality expectations.
• Taking ownership of test planning and delivery throughout the SDLC.
• Logging tracking and managing defects and delivering clear reporting to stakeholders.
• Participating in peer reviews and team meetings to share knowledge and continuously improve.
• Identifying opportunities to enhance testing processes tools and methodologies.
• Supporting discussions around testing automation and future test frameworks.
• Attending daily cross‑functional team stand‑ups and agile ceremonies.

Qualifications

• 3 years of hands‑on software testing experience.
• ISTQB certified (or equivalent qualification).
• A strong understanding of testing methodologies tools and techniques.
• Solid problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced deadline‑driven environment.
• An eye for detail and a commitment to delivering quality outcomes.

It would be a bonus if you had

• Some experience or exposure to test automation.
• Familiarity with agile working practices and cross‑functional teams.

What are we offering

At SBS we’re committed to supporting our employees in every aspect of their lives from health and wellbeing to financial security and lifestyle perks. Here’s a snapshot of the benefits you’ll enjoy as part of our team:

• Private Medical Insurance
• Health Cash Plan
• Dental Insurance
• Eye Care Vouchers
• Flu Vaccinations
• Work from home three days per week and join us in the office for the remaining two.
• Life Assurance
• Critical Illness Cover
• Pension Plan
• Long Service Awards
• Payroll Giving
• Fleet car provider
• Cycle to Work SchemeHoliday Trading
• Travel Insurance

Circa 27000 per annum.

At our organization we are committed to fighting against all forms of discrimination. We foster a work environment that is inclusive and respectful of all differences.

All of our positions are open to people with disabilities.

Remote Work : No

Employment Type : Full-time