Manual QA Analyst

The Digital Engineering team, part of our Integrate pillar, are responsible for building world class, enterprise grade digital applications for high profile brands. We pride ourselves in working with mature Agile methodologies and make use of the latest versions of technology. Our teams are structured in such a way that gives every employee the opportunity to learn new skills, work on various projects over time and see the results of your efforts in the online consumer marketplace. Joining the Digital Engineering function would see you work as part of a cross-functional, product style team, generally consisting of a Business Analyst, Scrum Master / Project Manager, Solution Architect, Lead Developers (FE and BE), Developers, and Testers (Manual and Automated).
We are looking for a strong and experienced Software Tester to join our Development Team. The successful candidate will provide strong core skills as outlined below to build the team\’s capability for new and existing development. We have a growing business and an expanding client base and are keen to recruit an experienced tester to help us deliver the growing demands to a technically high standard.
Responsibilities: Testing developed web applications against specified requirements across multiple desktop browsers and mobile devices
Writing, programming and running automated tests and regression suites
Accurate recording and monitoring of issues raised
Creation and maintenance of test documentation as required
Working with developers and other stakeholders where required to resolve issues
Constantly monitoring test progress in line with release dates / plans, prioritising workloads
Review test environments and processes to facilitate continuous improvement and maintenance of quality standards
Assist in providing estimates for testing
Essential skills: At least 2 years\’ experience of QA including: testing web-based application, cross browser functional testing, strong familiarity with bug tracking and reporting applications, plus experience of writing test cases
Working knowledge of test automation, ideally using Selenium WebDriver
Previous experience of HTML, CSS and JavaScript
Working knowledge of BDD (Behaviour Driven Development)
MS Office wizard, proficient in Word, Excel and PowerPoint to support the testing lifecycle
Must be able to think quickly on your feet and handle the pressure of tight deadlines
Excellent interpersonal and strong organisational skills are essential, as the role demands you to work closely with developers and key stakeholders
Desirable skills: Experience working within an Agile team
Equally adept at working on both PC and Mac
ISEB/ISTQB Foundation Certificate in Software Testing
Educational qualification to degree level
Benefits: 25 days\’ holiday +