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I am currently partnered with a Local Government agency in Central London who require a Test Analyst for a 12-month initial contract on a large-scale programme of work they are currently undertaking on their flagship customer facing application. The role is INSIDE IR35 & paying a maximum of £430 per day. You will be required to be on-site 2-days per week in my clients office in London for the duration of the contract. The Test Analyst will have expert knowledge of all forms of software testing for building integrated solutions using Microsoft Tools and Technologies. The Test Analyst will work with all others as necessary within the project including the Senior Product Owner, Senior Developers, Technical Delivery Leads, Solution Architects, and other stakeholders to ensure software produced meets the quality expectations of stakeholders and the standards agreed with my client. My client will be undertaking bespoke development in delivering the end-to-end solution, so the software will need to integrate with several bespoke data sources written by other parties. Essential Knowledge Strong written and verbal communication skills including ability to explain complex information with agile development Teams including the test design and defect reporting. Strong experience in automation testing tools such as Postman, Proxy, Charles. Expert knowledge of Backend API testing. Expert knowledge of continuous integration Expert knowledge of test case creation and maintenance Demonstrable experience of working on back office transactional systems Expert in system testing and quality assurance techniques Expert in systems testing technologies and methodologies, in particular Agile Expert knowledge of testing types and practices Broad knowledge and understanding of testing tools and techniques Broad knowledge and understanding of Automation or Performance testing Broad knowledge and understanding of software architecture for web sites, back office transactional systems and Mobile Apps Degree in relevant subject area or systems testing certification is desirable Key Accountabilities Work with Technology Development and stakeholders to ensure all software is tested to the right level under the guidance of the senior test member using Agile practices Create test cases and execute the test strategy using predefined testing methodologies, ensuring that there is traceability between the testing implementation and the requirements / acceptance criteria Ensuring that automated test activities are conducted in preference to manual testing where feasible and more efficient Ensure that all application & technology testing is carried out in accordance with testing standards defined in the strategy Create and execute manual, automation or non-functional test cases and ensure that test status, risks and issues are reported in a timely manner using the agreed reporting standard Create, validate and report defects in accordance with the defect life cycle documented in the Test Strategy Analyse Non Functional requirements and liaise with Architects and provide inputs to the Non-functional test strategy Working with 3rd parties to provide or give Test Assurance on the clients or 3rd party deliverables
Your new company Hays Technology are recruiting a Data & Performance Analyst to join a small and growing public sector organisation based in the Bradford area. You will be reporting to the Head of Finance and will have a broad ranging role taking ownership for data across the organisation. Your new role In your new role, you will be responsible for developing and implementing the organisation's performance management approach, working with colleagues to ensure performance measures are fit for purpose, whilst interrogating and reporting on datasets using a variety of data discovery and analysis tools. You will be leading on the organisation's data quality processes and assurances. You will also be developing and maintaining dashboards and automated reports for both internal and external customers using SQL, Power BI and Excel, whilst developing a performance reporting framework to ensure relevant, accurate, and timely reports to various stakeholders at all levels. You will also be delivering bespoke research and analysis capabilities for internal customers using internal and external data, including qualitative/quantitative analysis. What you'll need to succeed Advanced knowledge of data visualisation tools (preferably Power BI) Experience in working in partnership with stakeholders to deliver data and analytical decision-making tools A broad data analysis background with passion to advise on this area and ability to develop further knowledge Experience in research, analysis, and report writing Understanding of Data and Analytics methods Experience of using SQL and Power BI Ability to be able to communicate effectively with both non-technical and technical stakeholders What you'll get in return This exciting position is paying between £35,000 and £40,000 negotiable on experience and offers an excellent work life balance including: hybrid working, generous annual leave, 10% employer contribution pension scheme, flexibility, training, and development opportunities. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk