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QA Analyst

Posted: 20/11/24
Recruiter:Clearwater People Solutions
Reference:2854109106
Type:Permanent
Disciplines: Analyst
Salary:£60,000 - £65,000 Annual Remote working
Location:City, Birmingham
Description:

Job Specification: QA Analyst - Customer Facing Portal

Location: Fully Remote (UK-based)
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: Circa 60,000 per annum
Reporting to: Head of QA

About the QA Analyst role:

We are seeking a skilled and proactive QA Analyst to join our client's global team and contribute to delivering exceptional quality on their customer-facing portal. This is a hands-on role with a focus on both manual and automation testing, requiring someone who can hit the ground running in an agile and fast-paced environment. You'll be a key player in ensuring a seamless and robust user experience for our global customer base.

Key Responsibilities for the QA Analyst:

  • Automation Testing: Develop, maintain, and execute automated test scripts using Cypress and Jest.
  • Manual Testing: Conduct thorough manual testing where automation is not applicable, focusing on exploratory and regression testing.
  • Test Planning and Execution: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements, create test plans, and execute test cases to validate functionality.
  • Defect Tracking: Identify, document, and manage defects in the bug tracking system, ensuring clear communication with development teams for swift resolution.
  • Agile Collaboration: Work closely with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders in an Agile/Scrum environment, actively participating in sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.
  • Performance and Usability Testing: Assess system performance and ensure the portal meets usability and accessibility standards.
  • Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance QA processes, tools, and frameworks to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

Required Skills and Experience for the QA Analyst:

  • Experience: Mid-level experience in quality assurance, with a proven track record of testing web applications in customer-facing environments.
  • Automation Tools: Proficiency in Cypress and Jest for automation testing.
  • Testing Expertise: Strong knowledge of both manual and automation testing practices, including exploratory testing, regression testing, and end-to-end testing.
  • Agile Methodologies: Familiarity with Agile/Scrum practices and tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence).
  • Bug Tracking: Experience using bug tracking and version control tools.
  • Technical Skills: Basic understanding of web technologies, APIs, and debugging tools.
  • Problem-Solving: Analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
  • Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey findings and recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Desirable Skills

  • Exposure to performance testing tools or methodologies.
  • Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and integration of automated tests.
  • Awareness of accessibility standards and testing tools.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunity to work fully remotely with a globally recognized company.
  • Collaborative and inclusive culture with a focus on professional development.
  • Access to cutting-edge tools and technologies in a fast-paced environment.

If you are passionate about quality assurance and thrive in an agile and dynamic setting, we encourage you to apply!

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