Senior Test Analyst - C3

The Scale Factory; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 Days of Annual Leave +1 day peryear

Employer pension contributions

Health benefits

Gym subsidies

Commuter benefits

Free rail cards

EV salary sacrifice

Hybrid working

Social events

Training & development

Job summary

Scale Factory is seeking a Senior Test Analyst to ensure client systems meet high quality standards. You’ll perform functional, system, integration, end-to-end and user acceptance tests, and collaborate with stakeholders to define test scenarios and raise defects.

You’ll thrive in Agile environments, enjoy exploratory testing to improve coverage, and help transition services into BAU. This hybrid role offers a supportive team culture and opportunities to grow your testing expertise.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years’ experience across system, system integration and user acceptance testing.
• Experience defining and maintaining quality test scenarios and scripts.
• Skilled in exploratory testing techniques for improved coverage.
• Proven ability to identify and create defects effectively.
• Eligibility for Security Clearance and comfort in Agile environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform function testing across system, system integration, end-to-end and UAT.
• Define and maintain quality test scenarios using various design inputs.
• Identify and raise defects with clarity and traceability.
• Identify and escalate project risks and issues proactively.
• Support service readiness transitions into BAU environments.

Skills

Security Clearance eligibility

System testing

System integration testing

User acceptance testing

Test design & scripts

Exploratory testing

Defect identification

Agile collaboration

Stakeholder communication

BAU readiness support

Job description

About Scale Factory

About Scale Factory

We are an AI enablement consultancy. Delivering quality-led AI-first foundations, embedding capability and excellence into the foundational fabric of the companies we work with. We give leaders the confidence to move faster, take smarter risks and pursue transformation.

Formerly Ten10, we have deep roots in Quality which means we don’t just build for the future, we ensure it actually works. We combine this engineering discipline with cutting-edge AI expertise to deliver robust, scalable foundations that turn ambitious transformation into reliable reality.

Here’s why you’ll love being part of our team:

• Exciting Projects: Collaborate on challenging, impactful projects with a wide range of industries - from finance to government and beyond

• Career Growth: Tailored training and development opportunities to help you reach your goals

• Team Culture: Join a supportive, inclusive team that values collaboration, creativity, and innovation

• Flexibility: Hybrid working lets you balance work and life

About the Role

As a Senior Test Analyst, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our clients’ systems meet the highest quality standards. You’ll be hands-on in functional testing, spanning system, system integration, and user acceptance testing, and collaborate with stakeholders to define test scenarios and raise quality software defects.

If you love diving into exploratory testing, improving coverage, and bringing fresh ideas to the table, this is the role for you.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Functional Testing: Perform system, system integration, end-to-end, and user acceptance testing.

• Test Scenarios & Scripts: Define and maintain quality test scenarios using various design inputs.

• Defect Management: Identify and raise quality system defects with accuracy and clarity.

• Risk Management: Identify and escalate project risks and issues proactively.

• Service Readiness: Support the transition of solutions into BAU environments.

What We’re Looking For

We’re on the hunt for an ambitious, driven Senior Test Analyst with a passion for quality and testing. If you’re curious, collaborative, and comfortable in Agile environments, we want to hear from you.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Eligibility for Security Clearance

• 1-3 years’ experience across system, system integration, and user acceptance testing

• Experience defining and maintaining quality test scenarios and scripts

• Skilled in exploratory testing techniques for improved coverage

• Proven ability to identify and create defects effectively

• Confident in providing regular updates on progress and escalating risks when necessary

• Strong communication and collaboration skills with stakeholders and third parties

• Familiarity with supporting service readiness into BAU environments

• Experience working in Agile delivery methodology

Desirable Skills:

• Background in consultancy roles

• Experience with web-portal testing

What’s in It for You?

At Scale Factory, we believe in recognising and rewarding great work. Here’s what you can expect:

• 25 Days of Annual Leave: Plus 1 extra day every year for the first three years, with a holiday buying scheme.

• Pension Plan: Employer-matched contributions up to 5%.

• Health Benefits: Comprehensive coverage for medical, dental, optical, and alternative therapies.

• Fitness Support: Subsidised gym memberships and a bike-to-work scheme.

• Commuter Benefits: Season ticket loans to make travel easier.

• Free Annual Rail Cards

• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

• Flexible Work Model: Hybrid working that fits your lifestyle.

• Social Events: From annual kick-offs and Christmas parties to team socials and sporting events, we love celebrating success together.

• Training & Development: Tailored learning opportunities and full support for certifications to keep your skills sharp.

Let’s Build the Future Together

We’re on the lookout for passionate, talented individuals who are ready to make an impact. Whether you’re an experienced automation tester or a developer with a flair for QA, we want to hear from you.