Quality Assurance Test Analyst

Nisbets; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated QA Analyst to join a dynamic team of digital professionals. In this hybrid role, you will leverage your 3+ years of experience in Agile and DevOps environments to ensure the highest quality in software testing. You'll collaborate with developers, manage test documentation, and drive quality standards across all deliverables. This innovative firm values creativity, collaboration, and a passion for excellence, providing a supportive environment where your contributions will be recognized and your skills developed. If you are ready to make an impact in a fast-paced setting, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Agile, SCRUM, and DevOps environments.
• Strong skills in writing and managing test documentation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards in bug detection and management.
• Create and execute test documentation and conduct exploratory testing.

Skills

Agile Delivery

SCRUM

DevOps

TDD

BDD

Test Documentation

Bug Detection

Communication Skills

Web Testing

Automated Testing

Education

ISEB/ISTQB Qualification

Tools

Selenium

Jira

Cucumber

FitNesse

Quicktest Pro

Job description

We are looking for a dedicated and efficient QA Analyst to join a team of multi-skilled digital professionals.

Due to the nature of the role, we can only accept applicants who are already in the UK and can commute long-term 3 days a week to our Avonmouth Office. This will be a hybrid role after a training period, with 2 days working from home.

Our ideal candidate has at least 3 years of testing experience within an Agile, SCRUM, or DevOps environment, with a strong understanding of TDD, BDD, or XP methodologies. They should have a determined approach to identifying defects, delivering quality products, and ensuring an excellent user experience. The candidate will be highly competent in their current QA career, with aspirations to further shape and improve existing processes by deploying best practices.

The QA Analyst will report to our Web Technical Services Manager and collaborate with the broader development team, including our external Systems Integrator. They will provide manual testing, drive high standards for all deliverables, foster a culture of quality, and encourage others to prioritize quality at all stages.

Responsibilities include maintaining high standards in bug detection and management, communicating issues effectively, creating and executing test documentation, conducting exploratory testing, collaborating with developers and stakeholders, and staying updated with market trends to enhance team knowledge.

Key Accountabilities

• Bring passion, creativity, expertise, openness, flexibility, and drive
• Adopt a proactive and collaborative approach with colleagues and clients
• Understand the overall project context and how your work contributes
• Exemplary communication, listening, and negotiation skills
• Interest or experience in automated testing
• Experience working in an Agile environment
• Experience in web testing
• Self-motivated, self-managing, capable of working independently
• Strong focus on task completion (“getting things done”)
• A passion for delivering quality

Capabilities, Skills, and Experience Required

• Over 3 years of experience with Agile delivery, SCRUM, and DevOps
• ISEB, ISTQB qualification or equivalent
• Strong skills in writing and managing test documentation; ability to explain complex issues
• Exposure to Selenium and Gherkin
• Familiarity with BDD, TDD, XP methodologies
• Interest or desire to learn automated testing tools
• Good knowledge of the software development lifecycle
• Experience working in an agile environment
• Optional: familiarity with Jira, Hybris, Virtuoso, Cucumber, FitNesse, Selenium, SpecFlow, Quicktest Pro

About Us

Nisbets is committed to providing equal opportunities for all colleagues and ensuring a workplace free from discrimination. We welcome reasonable adjustments during the application and interview process.

From a one-man operation in 1983, to the UK’s market leader today, we aim high and dream big. We seek passionate, forward-thinking experts, trailblazers, and problem solvers eager to grow and succeed with us.

Join us to leave your mark in a fast-paced, innovative environment where your work is valued, and your skills are further developed. We are a family-owned business that values innovation, environmental impact, ethical trading, and transparency.

If you're ready to take the next step, apply today.