Senior Test Analyst – 11349SR

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

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Senior Tester in Windsor. The successful candidate will support test execution across multiple projects, engage with multiple departments, and deliver quality software using Agile methodologies. Critical skills include hands-on testing experience, familiarity with various testing tools, and excellent communication abilities. The role offers comprehensive benefits, including private health insurance and professional development opportunities, along with a flexible work arrangement.

Benefits

Full private health insurance

Group Life Insurance and Income Protection

BUPA Dental

23 days’ holiday

Employer pension contributions up to 10%

Professional development programmes

Qualifications

• Experience in software testing roles with hands-on testing experience is essential.
• Collaboration in Agile/Scrum teams is required.
• Ability to develop and implement documented test cases.

Responsibilities

• Execute tests and prepare test reports.
• Report defects when required to stakeholders.
• Work closely with departments to ensure quality deliverables.

Skills

Proven track record in software testing roles

Experience working in Agile/Scrum models

Strong testing experience with API

Cross‑platform and cross‑browser testing

Strong experience in non‑functional testing

Experience with test management tools (JIRA, TFS)

Familiarity with C# .NET, HTML, SQL, Java

Excellent knowledge of Postman and SOAP UI

Strong attention to detail

Excellent English verbal and written communication skills

Tools

SQL Management Studio

Selenium WebDriver

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

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