Test Analyst (Level 3 SFIA)

We are seeking an experienced Test Analyst (Level 3) to support a large-scale legacy systems obsolescence programme. This position involves working on a series of critical system transitions, including migrations, decommissions, upgrades, and replacements of outdated infrastructure and applications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyse technical and business requirements associated with system obsolescence and modernisation initiatives.
• Develop, maintain, and execute structured test cases and scenarios tailored to systems being phased out or replaced.
• Carry out a broad spectrum of testing, including functional, regression, integration, and system-level validation.
• Apply risk-based testing methods to ensure key legacy system replacements maintain business continuity.
• Verify the operational readiness and performance compliance of newly implemented or upgraded components.
• Identify, document, and track defects, collaborating closely with development and infrastructure teams to resolve issues effectively.
• Participate in quality reviews during the early stages of project lifecycle to assess requirements and design documents.
• Prepare appropriate test environments and test data sets aligned to legacy system transitions.
• Deliver structured reporting on testing progress, defect metrics, and risk assessments.
• Ensure test artefacts and outcomes align with broader programme governance and configuration management protocols.
• Work closely with engineers, internal stakeholders, and third parties to ensure critical components are thoroughly validated during transition.
• Provide support during User Acceptance Testing (UAT), particularly where core legacy functionalities are retained or replicated.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong understanding of test design approaches and defect lifecycle tools.
• Knowledge of system development and transition lifecycles, especially in legacy technology contexts.
• Ability to lead and manage test activities with a high degree of independence.
• Familiarity with test artefact control, versioning, and configuration management practices.
• Experience in identifying and managing risks during major system changes.
• Excellent communication skills for effective engagement with technical and non-technical teams.
• Proficient in using test management tools such as JIRA, ALM, or similar.
• Awareness of ITIL or service transition principles (beneficial).

Essential Experience:

• Significant hands-on experience in testing roles linked to infrastructure changes, application upgrades, or technology refresh projects.
• Background in environments where mitigation of hardware or software obsolescence was a key focus.
• Experience conducting manual testing, with some exposure to or understanding of automation tools and frameworks (automation not essential).
• Prior work in regulated, safety-critical, or high-integrity sectors (e.g., transportation, public safety, defence, utilities) is highly valued.

Qualifications:

• ISTQB Foundation Certificate in Software Testing (or equivalent certification).
• Additional training or certification aligned to SFIA skills framework is advantageous.
• Understanding of quality assurance, test assurance standards, or systems engineering principles.

Contract Details

Start: ASAP

Initial Term: Through to end of 2025, with strong extension potential into 2026

Location: Remote-first, with occasional travel required

IR35: Outside IR35