Software Test Analyst

Rise Technical Recruitment; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contribution

Private medical insurance

Learning budget

Latest tech equipment

Cycle-to-Work

Eye tests

EAP support

Team socials

Volunteering opportunities

Job summary

Rise Technical Recruitment is seeking a Software Test Analyst in Bristol on a hybrid basis (3 days in the office, 2 days at home). The role focuses on testing activity across software releases, ensuring test plans and scripts are created, executed, and documented to support robust SaaS platforms used by universities and international clients.

The ideal candidate has commercial software testing experience, a good grasp of SDLC, and a passion for quality assurance.

Qualifications

• Commercial software testing experience in SaaS or similar products.
• Solid understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Experience creating test plans, scripts and documenting results.

Responsibilities

• Own testing activities for fortnightly releases and major updates.
• Create and maintain test plans, packs and repeatable scripts.
• Perform regression, integration and functional testing.
• Document bugs and testing outcomes clearly.
• Support automated testing processes where applicable.

Skills

Software testing experience

SDLC understanding

Test planning

Regression testing

Collaboration with developers

Education

ISTQB certification desirable

Job description

Software Test Analyst

Bristol (Hybrid, 3 Days Office / 2 Days Home)

£32,000 - £35,000 + 5% Pension Contribution + Opt-In Private Medical Insurance + Personal Development Plans with Learning Budget + Latest Tech Equipment + Cycle-to-Work Scheme + Free Eye Tests + EAP Support + Team Socials and Volunteering Opportunities

Are you a Software Test professional looking to join a growing SaaS business where you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality software releases, collaborate with developers and product specialists, and help shape the future of a market-leading platform used by universities across the UK and internationally?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and expanding software company that develops specialist SaaS solutions for higher education institutions. With a collaborative, non-corporate culture and ambitious growth plans across North America, the business continues to invest heavily in both its products and its people.

Working as part of the Product Team, you'll take ownership of testing activities across regular software releases and major product updates. You'll be involved throughout the software development lifecycle, producing test plans, creating test scripts, carrying out regression and integration testing, and documenting outcomes to ensure the platform remains reliable and robust.

The ideal candidate will have commercial software testing experience and a solid understanding of software development processes. This role offers the opportunity to further develop your technical skills while benefiting from structured learning and development support, including dedicated training budgets and personal development plans.

The Role:

• Manage testing activities for fortnightly software patch releases
• Create and maintain test plans, test packs and repeatable test scripts
• Carry out regression, integration and functional testing
• Work closely with developers and product specialists throughout development sprints
• Document bugs, faults and testing outcomes
• Support and maintain automated testing processes

The Person:

• Commercial experience in a Software Testing, QA Analyst or Software Test Analyst role
• Understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
• Experience creating test plans, test scripts and testing documentation
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• ISTQB qualification desirable but not essential
• Must have the Right to Work in the UK

Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed)

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates