Senior Test Analyst

JR United Kingdom; Broughton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in the UK seeks a Performance Test Analyst to ensure software performs optimally. The role involves developing test plans, executing tests, and analyzing results to address performance issues. Ideal candidates will have experience with performance testing tools and a degree in computer science or IT.

Qualifications

• Experience with load, stress, and scalability tests.
• Ability to interpret performance data and identify improvement areas.
• Skilled in diagnosing performance issues.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement performance test plans.
• Create and maintain performance test scripts.
• Conduct performance tests under various load conditions.

Skills

Experience with performance testing tools

Scripting languages (Python, Java)

Analytical skills

Problem-Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science

Information Technology or related field

Tools

JMeter

LoadRunner

Gatling

Dynatrace

Grafana

New Relic

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Qualient Technology Solutions UK Limited

Location:

broughton, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Performance Test Analyst

A Performance Test Analyst plays a critical role in ensuring that software applications perform optimally under various conditions. This involves evaluating the speed, scalability, and stability of applications to ensure they meet performance requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Test Planning & Design: Develop and implement performance test plans, including load, stress, and scalability tests.
• Script Development: Create and maintain performance test scripts using tools like JMeter, LoadRunner, or Gatling.
• Test Execution: Conduct performance tests to evaluate system behavior under various load conditions
• Monitoring & Analysis: Utilize monitoring tools such as Dynatrace, Grafana, or New Relic to track system performance Collaboration: Work closely with development, QA, and operations teams to address performance issues and optimize application performance.
• Reporting: Analyze test results and provide actionable recommendations to stakeholders

Qualifications and Experience:

• Technical Proficiency: Experience with performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter, LoadRunner) and scripting languages (e.g., Python, Java).
• Analytical Skills: Ability to interpret performance data and identify areas for improvement.
• Problem-Solving: Skilled in diagnosing and troubleshooting performance issues.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey test results and recommendations effectively.
• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Process Skills:

• Preparation of Test Plan and the test strategy
• Driving quality at the product or organizational level.