Automation Test Analyst

PurposeTo provide 7IM Agile Squad(s) with an automation-first approach to delivering incremental change. Provide day-to-day support to meet the 7IM Test Chapter objectives. Provide informed test guidance, support and delivery to the business, development and support functions throughout the lifecycle of our software solutions, with a ‘shift-left’ approach. Help to support the overall delivery of the test automation agenda as 7IM drives towards a Quality Engineering culture.ResponsibilitiesDeliver high-quality manual testing across Squad deliverables, ensuring thorough validation of business requirements and reducing the risk of defects reaching production. Ability to self-manage testing activities within the SquadAnalysis and review of functional requirements, identifying risks, gaps, ambiguities, and areas requiring clarification to influence quality outcomes early in the delivery lifecycleDefine and execute comprehensive test approaches, including functional, integration, regression, exploratory, and usability testing where appropriateCreate and maintain high-quality test scenarios, test cases, test data, and test execution evidence to support effective and auditable testingDesign and execute data generation, manipulation, and validation activities, including SQL queries and data analysis, to support test preparation and executionEffectively communicate testing outcomes, risks, defects, and quality concerns to stakeholders, ensuring informed decisions can be made regarding release readinessProactively identify opportunities to improve testing practices, processes, standards, and tools, sharing knowledge and best practices across the Test ChapterDrive a quality-first culture within the Squad by promoting early testing involvement, collaboration, and strong quality engineering principles throughout the Software Development LifecycleSupport and mentor team members in testing activities, helping to raise overall testing capability across the Squad and wider teamCollaborate closely with Product Owners, Business Analysts, Developers, and stakeholders to ensure requirements are testable, understood, and aligned with business objectivesContribute to release planning and go-live activities by providing clear assessments of quality, test coverage, residual risks, and production readinessAbout YouGeneral SkillsStrong experience in manual testing across complex business and technology solutionsExcellent analytical and critical thinking skills to assess requirements, identify risks, and determine appropriate testing approachesStrong exploratory testing skills with the ability to uncover issues beyond documented requirementsExcellent communication and stakeholder management skills, capable of translating technical findings into business-focused outcomesStrong understanding of Agile methodologies and experience working within Agile SquadsThorough knowledge of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Test Lifecycle, and ISTQB best-practice testing techniquesExperience

designing and executing risk-based testing strategiesExperience using Microsoft Azure DevOps (ADO) or similar test management and work tracking toolsAsset Management and Financial Services domain knowledgeAbility to influence quality outcomes, challenge assumptions constructively, and advocate for customer-focused testingDemonstrated ability to work independently while effectively collaborating across cross-functional teamsAutomation Skills / ToolsPlaywright (.Net)(desirable)Specflow / Reqnroll (or another BDD framework tool)Selenium (desirable)Proficient in object-oriented programming (C# desirable)Familiarity with API test tools e.g., Postman / ReadyAPIKnowledge of Playwright MCP or AI tools in testing(desirable)Familiarity CI/CD Pipelines (desirable)KnowledgeIn-depth knowledge of the delivery lifecycleISTQB industry best practice techniquesAsset Management industry knowledgeQualificationsISEB / ISTQB FoundationFurther ISEB / ISTQB qualifications are advantageousMinimum of 5 years’ experienceOther personal attributesTeam playerConscientiousExcellent attention to detailExcellent time management skillsProactive approachAbility to think laterallyCan-do attitudeSelf-motivated and adept at pushing initiatives forward #J-18808-Ljbffr