Senior Test Analyst

Royal London Mutual Insurance Society; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Senior Test Analyst to enhance software quality through meticulous testing and automation. In this hybrid role, you will create and execute test cases, mentor junior analysts, and collaborate with teams to ensure high standards. The company values inclusivity and offers substantial benefits, including generous leave and a robust pension scheme. Join a forward-thinking organization that prioritizes employee well-being and professional growth, making a significant impact in the financial services sector.

Benefits

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Up to 14% employer matching pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Qualifications

• Experience with automated testing tools and scripting.
• Strong attention to detail and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Create test cases based on functional and non-functional specifications.
• Mentor junior test analysts and maintain traceability records.
• Review and test non-functional aspects at a high level.

Skills

Automated Testing Tools

Cucumber/WebDriver IO

Playwright

Postman

ReadyAPI

Attention to Detail

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Tools

Test Automation Frameworks

Diagnostic Tools

Job description

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Job Title: Senior Test Analyst

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: Edinburgh

Working style: Hybrid 50% home/office based

Closing date: Friday 16th May

The Senior Test Analyst is responsible for creating test cases based on in-depth technical analysis of both functional and non-functional specifications (such as reliability, efficiency, usability, maintainability, and portability). They develop traceability records linking test cases back to requirements, produce automated and manual test scripts, materials, and regression test packs to test new and amended software or services.

The Senior TAs specify requirements for environment, data, resources, and tools. They interpret, execute, and document complex test scripts using established methods and standards. They record and analyze actions and results, maintain a defect register, review test results, and modify tests as necessary. They also provide reports on progress, anomalies, risks, and issues related to the project, including system quality metrics and test case metrics. The role includes providing specialist advice, reviewing requirements and specifications, defining test conditions, mentoring TAs and Trainee TAs, and deputizing for the Lead Test Analyst.

About the role

1. Analyze functional and non-functional specifications to determine test requirements.
2. Experience with automated test tools.
3. Identify gaps in information and resolve them.
4. Specify requirements for environment, data, resources, and tools.
5. Conduct validation and verification early in the lifecycle, and plan, estimate, and schedule tests.
6. Design and produce reusable test scripts, procedures, and regression test packs.
7. Interpret and execute complex test scripts using standard methods.
8. Monitor progress, document results, and maintain traceability records.
9. Use diagnostic tools and documentation to identify and report system errors.
10. Review test results, modify tests if needed, and produce quality reports.
11. Guide colleagues on test planning and execution.
12. Review and test non-functional aspects at a high level.
13. Prioritize tasks and guide team members towards milestones.
14. Mentor TAs and Trainee TAs.
15. Deputize for the Lead Test Analyst.
16. Maintain knowledge of specialisms and execute specialized tasks.

About you

1. Identify gaps in information; some experience with automated testing tools.
2. Scripting experience with Cucumber/WebDriver IO, Playwright, Postman, or ReadyAPI.
3. Break down problems systematically and select appropriate methods to resolve them.
4. Influence where automation adds value.
5. Familiar with testing techniques across application components.
6. Knowledge of testing tools across the testing lifecycle.
7. Experience benefiting the test team with applications, processes, or products.
8. Specialist knowledge in business functions, technology, or automation tools.
9. Identify and resolve information gaps.
10. Meet targets and fulfill agreements under adverse circumstances.
11. Work collaboratively to achieve goals.
12. Proactive in service improvement.
13. Bring positive change to the test services community.
14. Adapt to new information or circumstances.
15. Attention to detail and quality standards.

About Royal London

We're the UK's largest mutual life, pensions, and investment company, offering protection, long-term savings, and asset management products and services.

Our People Promise emphasizes an inclusive, responsible, enjoyable, and fulfilling workplace, underpinned by our Spirit of Royal London values: Empowered, Trustworthy, Collaborate, Achieve.

We offer benefits such as 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, up to 14% employer matching pension scheme, and private medical insurance. See all our benefits here - Our Benefits.

Inclusion, diversity, and belonging

We are an inclusive employer that values diverse backgrounds and cultures, believing that diverse perspectives enhance our skills and respect within the organization.