Senior Test Analyst (Edinburgh)

Performance Test Analyst

A Performance Test Analyst plays a critical role in ensuring that software applications perform optimally under various conditions. This involves evaluating the speed, scalability, and stability of applications to ensure they meet performance requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Test Planning & Design: Develop and implement performance test plans, including load, stress, and scalability tests.
• Script Development: Create and maintain performance test scripts using tools like JMeter, LoadRunner, or Gatling.
• Test Execution: Conduct performance tests to evaluate system behavior under various load conditions
• Monitoring & Analysis: Utilize monitoring tools such as Dynatrace, Grafana, or New Relic to track system performance Collaboration: Work closely with development, QA, and operations teams to address performance issues and optimize application performance.
• Reporting: Analyze test results and provide actionable recommendations to stakeholders

Qualifications and Experience:

• Technical Proficiency: Experience with performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter, LoadRunner) and scripting languages (e.g., Python, Java).
• Analytical Skills: Ability to interpret performance data and identify areas for improvement.
• Problem-Solving: Skilled in diagnosing and troubleshooting performance issues.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey test results and recommendations effectively.
• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Process Skills:

• Preparation of Test Plan and the test strategy
• Driving quality at the product or organizational level.

Behavioral Skills:

• Good Attitude
• Quick learner
• Leadership
• Team player
• Flexible to work with client.