Test Analyst

Reed Technology; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the medical electronics sector is seeking a Test Analyst in Hatfield. The role involves testing new and modified products, collaborating with development teams, and creating test cases. Applicants should have at least 2 years of experience in testing electronic devices and familiarity with automated test tools is advantageous. The company offers competitive pension and healthcare benefits. This is a great opportunity for those looking to advance their careers in a dynamic and innovative environment.

Benefits

Competitive pension

Healthcare benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in testing electronic devices or software applications using manual techniques.
• Experience with automated test tools or coding is advantageous.
• Familiarity with SDLC processes such as waterfall, agile, and scrum.

Responsibilities

• Test and evaluate new and modified products using both manual and automated software testing.
• Collaborate with the Test Manager and development team during product development cycles.
• Create and maintain test cases from specification documents for execution and regression testing.

Skills

Testing electronic devices

Manual testing techniques

Automated test tools

SDLC processes

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

ISEB/ISTQB foundation certificate

Degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Test Analyst

Annual Salary: TBD

Location: Hatfield, Hertfordshire

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent, 5 days a week onsite

A new exciting permanent Test Analyst opportunity has become available to join a leading company in the medical electronics sector, developing, manufacturing, and supplying hearing test devices. With over 30 years of global competition, they're continually enhancing their product range, including software, firmware, and hardware. This is an excellent opportunity for a Test Analyst looking to either start or progress their experience in a dynamic team, working on high‑tech products throughout the entire product lifecycle.

Day‑to‑day of the role

• Test and evaluate new and modified products using both manual and automated software and firmware testing protocols, with occasional hardware testing.
• Collaborate closely with the Test Manager and development team during product development cycles.
• Create and maintain test cases from specification documents for execution and regression testing.
• Report defects and suggest improvements to the Test Manager for development team consideration.
• Contribute to test planning by assessing risks, identifying areas of change, and applying time constraints.
• Participate in reliability, efficacy, equivalence, and comparative trials of products, including data collection and analysis.
• Investigate issues reported from the field or internally by reproducing and investigating faults.
• Support the implementation of new products and produce technical documentation and test reports as required.
• Adhere to formal version control procedures and comply fully with quality system documentation.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in testing electronic devices and/or software applications using manual techniques.
• Comfortable with handheld medical devices running on board micro‑controller firmware.
• Experience with automated test tools and/or coding is advantageous.
• Familiarity with SDLC processes such as waterfall, agile, and scrum.
• ISEB/ISTQB foundation certificate required.
• Degree in Computer Science or a related technical field is advantageous.
• Proficient with PC, Windows, and general IT.
• Keen interest in new technologies.

Personal Requirements

• Excellent team player with strong initiative.
• Observant, quick learner, and excellent communicator.
• Methodical, logical, and detail‑oriented with a commitment to quality and reliability.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to handle multiple projects under pressure.

Benefits

Competitive pension and healthcare benefits.

To apply for the Test Analyst position, please submit your CV to be considered immediately for this position.