salesforce test analyst

JR United Kingdom; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the technology sector is seeking a Quality Assurance Consultant with extensive knowledge of Salesforce Service Cloud. The successful candidate will ensure the quality of solutions in an Agile environment, handle multiple testing activities, and contribute to process improvements, working closely with development teams. This permanent role offers an opportunity for technical professionals to utilize their skills in identifying defects and enhancing product quality.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in QA or software testing.
• Extensive knowledge of Salesforce Service Cloud implementations.
• Solid understanding of testing methodologies and defect tracking.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute test plans for Salesforce Service Cloud.
• Perform functional, regression, and user acceptance testing.
• Collaborate with developers to ensure compliance with quality standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication

Agile methodology

Test planning

Salesforce Service Cloud

Test automation

Accessibility testing

Education

Salesforce Certified Service Cloud Consultant

Tools

Jira

Selenium

Provar

Job description

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We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Quality Assurance Consultant to join our team on a permanent basis. The successful candidate will be primarily responsible for ensuring the quality of Salesforce Service Cloud solutions throughout the development lifecycle. This role demands a strong background in software quality assurance, meticulous attention to detail, and a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating potential issues. The QA Consultant will work closely with developers, architects, and project managers.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases for Salesforce Service Cloud implementations, based on provided designs and user stories.
• Perform various testing activities, including functional testing, regression testing, integration testing, system testing, and user acceptance testing.
• Identify, document, and track software defects using Jira, ensuring clear communication with the development team.
• Analyze test results and provide detailed reports to project stakeholders, highlighting areas of risk and potential improvements.
• Collaborate with developers to ensure that solutions meet quality standards and business requirements.
• Participate in requirements gathering and design reviews to provide input on testability and quality considerations.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of QA processes and best practices.
• Work within an Agile development environment, participating in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Ensure adherence to project timelines and deliverable deadlines.
• Create and maintain test documentation, including test plans, test cases, and test summary reports.

Key Skills & Experience:

• 5+ years of hands-on experience as a Quality Assurance Consultant or Software Tester.
• Extensive experience with Salesforce Service Cloud implementations.
• Strong understanding of software testing methodologies and best practices.
• Proficiency in designing and executing test plans and test cases.
• Experience with Jira for defect tracking and test management.
• Solid understanding of Agile development methodologies (e.g., Scrum, Kanban).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate technical issues clearly and concisely.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Salesforce certifications (e.g., Salesforce Certified Service Cloud Consultant) are highly desirable.
• Experience with Accessibility requirements and testing
• Experience with test automation tools (e.g., Selenium, Provar).
• Experience with Accessibility requirements and testing
• Experience with Salesforce Lightning Web Components (LWC).
• Knowledge of Salesforce integrations using REST and SOAP APIs.