Test Analyst 18 month FTC (Energy)

SmartestEnergy; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and globally-minded team at an innovative energy company, where you will lead testing strategies and drive the adoption of new technologies. This role offers the opportunity to work flexibly, with a commitment to diversity and inclusion. You will collaborate with various stakeholders, ensuring comprehensive testing coverage while enhancing productivity through new market tools. Be part of a team that values work-life balance and celebrates diverse backgrounds, making a significant impact in the energy sector.

Benefits

Flexible Working

Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

Qualifications

• Experience leading testing strategies on large IT projects.
• Strong communication skills and utilities sector experience.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, plan, design, execute, and report on testing activities.
• Define test strategy and ensure coverage of all testing types.

Skills

Testing Strategies

Communication Skills

Utilities Sector Experience

SDLC Understanding

Test Management Tool Proficiency

Tools

Test Management Tools

Job description

You will analyze, plan, design, execute, and report on testing activities across software systems under development independently. Working with various stakeholders and within governance, you will be responsible for defining the test strategy and ensuring coverage of all testing types including Unit, Integration, System, User Acceptance, and Performance testing. Collaborating with the project team, you will produce test strategies, test cases, and plans, and execute, track, support, and report on testing activities.

You will drive the adoption of new technologies and approaches to improve productivity, engaging with new market tools and processes, while sharing knowledge with the team.

What skills/experience do I need to be successful?

• Experience in executing, leading, and defining testing strategies on large IT projects or programmes;
• Strong communication skills;
• Experience in the utilities sector;
• Understanding of SDLC and STLC;
• Proficiency in at least one test management tool.

What sets us apart?

• Global Impact: With offices in the UK, US, and Australia, and plans for further expansion, you'll be part of a dynamic, globally-minded team, with opportunities to explore new markets and make a difference globally.

• Flexible Working: Work from anywhere in the world for up to 30 days a year. We prioritize work-life balance. Find out more here.

• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We celebrate our diverse culture and value individuals regardless of background, disability, religion, gender identity, sexuality, or ethnicity. Join a team where diversity is a key driver of growth and innovation.

What happens next?

After submitting your application, it will be reviewed by a human within 2-3 weeks, with 2 stages of video interviews via Teams. This may vary depending on the role. We may invite you for an in-person interview or a single video interview. Our Recruitment Team is available to support you.

Ready to join us in shaping the future of energy? Apply now.

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