Senior Test Analyst

Proactive.IT Appointments; Windsor; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Tester in Windsor, UK, to support Test Execution across various projects. The role requires hands-on experience in software testing, including API testing and familiarity with Agile/Scrum methods. Responsibilities include developing test cases and collaborating with multiple departments. The position offers a salary between £40k – 45k and extensive benefits, including private health insurance and flexible working options.

Benefits

Full private health insurance

Employer pension contributions up to 10%

23 days’ holiday, rising to 26 days

Work-life balance with flexible working

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on experience in software testing roles.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work closely with teams.
• Experience with SQL and familiarity with C# .NET, HTML, and Java.

Responsibilities

• Support Test Execution across multiple projects and maintenance cycles.
• Develop and implement documented test cases and prepare test reports.
• Collaborate with departments to ensure quality deliverables.

Skills

Proven track record in software testing

Experience working in Agile / Scrum models

Strong testing experience with API and cross-platform testing

Experience working with test management tools like JIRA

Excellent English verbal and written communication skills

Education

ISTQB Advanced Level Test Analyst or equivalent certification

Tools

JIRA

Selenium WebDriver

Postman

SOAP UI

SQL Management Studio

Job description

11349SR

£40k – 45k per year

Senior Tester

My client is looking for an experienced Tester to support Test Execution across multiple projects and maintenance cycles, from Development through to Go-Live.

This role requires 2 days per week on-site — you must be commutable to Windsor.

You will work closely with all departments to ensure quality deliverables, building strong relationships between the business and IT while delivering software through an Agile methodology. From time to time, you will be required to perform software tests, following best practices to ensure quality and correct documentation of test procedures across all areas of software testing.

You will be responsible for developing and implementing documented test cases, executing tests, preparing test reports, and working closely with relevant departments and stakeholders to report defects when required.

Key Skills Required

• Proven track record in software testing roles with hands‑on testing experience
• Experience working in Agile / Scrum models
• Strong testing experience with API, cross‑platform testing, cross‑browser testing, web, mobile, and tablet
• Strong experience in non‑functional testing
• Experience working with test management tools such as JIRA, TFS, and ALM
• Familiarity with C# .NET, HTML, SQL, and Java
• Good experience working with SQL and SQL Management Studio
• Excellent knowledge of Postman and SOAP UI for API testing
• Ability to work closely with BA and development teams
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills

Beneficial Skills / Experience

• Automation experience, including creating and maintaining automation frameworks and scripts following coding standards
• Demonstrated experience writing test scripts from scratch in C# .NET
• Experience working with Selenium WebDriver

Previous experience within the logistics industry

• ISTQB Advanced Level Test Analyst or equivalent certification in software testing

Benefits

• Full private health insurance through healthcare partner
• Group Life Insurance and Income Protection
• BUPA Dental
• 23 days’ holiday, rising to 26 days with years of service, plus all UK Bank Holidays
• Holiday buy / sell scheme
• Employer pension contributions up to 10%
• AIG LifeWorks Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – 24 / 7 support for mental, financial, physical, and emotional wellbeing
• Work‑life balance with flexible working and work‑from‑home options
• Professional development including learning and development programmes, individual development plans, formal mentorship, and professional tuition reimbursement

Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted.

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