Quality Assurance Analyst

JR United Kingdom; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the West Midlands is seeking a Quality Assurance Analyst for a 12-month contract. The role focuses on supporting SQL database testing and collaboration within the QA team to ensure project success through well-defined test scenarios and thorough documentation. Candidates should have strong experience in test planning and automation, with desirable knowledge of SQL, API testing, and the software development lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Experience in test scenario creation and planning.
• Familiarity with the software development lifecycle.
• Knowledge of SQL automation and API testing is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in defining and creating test scenarios for projects.
• Support UAT activities and ensure fully documented Test Plans.
• Collaborate with teams to resolve issues and define test strategy.

Skills

Test scenario creation and planning

Test plans and closure reports

Software development lifecycle

Tools

Microsoft SharePoint

Team Foundation Server

SQL automation

API testing

Job description

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Quality Assurance Analyst, West Midlands

Client: XCM

Location: West Midlands

Job Category: Other

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EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

Posted: 10.06.2025

Expiry Date: 25.07.2025

Job Description:

XCM is looking for a QA Analyst on a 12-month contract.

Primary Purpose

The primary purpose of this role is to support the testing of SQL database development and integrated CRM or Reporting Applications. This will be achieved through excellent facilitation of requirements within a team environment, leading to the successful completion of all designated projects, which will be specified, estimated, and delivered on schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the definition and creation of test scenarios for all projects
• Support the creation of automation test scripts
• Support UAT activities, including defect tracking and creation of test logs
• Ensure Test Plans are fully documented and complete
• Liaise with Business Analysts and Development teams to define test scenarios and resolve issues
• Support UAT resources and address system queries
• Collaborate with the Test Lead to define the test strategy
• Support ongoing database activities as needed
• Draft test closure plans for stakeholder sign-off
• Report testing status, risks, and issues to relevant stakeholders
• Support XCM initiatives involving the testing team

Experience and Knowledge

• Test scenario creation and planning
• Test plans and closure reports
• Software development lifecycle
• People management (Desirable)
• Microsoft SharePoint (Desirable)
• Team Foundation Server (Desirable)
• SQL automation (Desirable)
• API testing (Desirable)
• Data migration and data integration (Desirable)