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# Test Analyst

- **Company:** Bct Resourcing
- **Location:** London, UK (Remote available)
- **Salary:** £91,000.0 - £156,000.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, JIRA, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Bug Tracking Systems, Business Software, C Sharp (Programming Language), Cloud Testing, Code Coverage, Databases, Continuous Integration, Data Validation, Data Integration, Database Testing, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft Dynamics, Oracle (Applications), Systems Development Life Cycle, Release Management, SAP (Applications), Selenium, SoapUI, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, System Integration Testing, Systems Integration, Test Data, Test Execution Engine, Test Management, Strategies of Testing, Web Platforms, Enterprise Software Applications, Postman, Test Scripts, Cypress (Programming Language), Hp Alm, Git, Playwright, Restful APIs, Api Management, Workday, Testrail
- **Published:** October 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.reed.co.uk/jobs/test-analyst/57496050

## About the Role

Proven experience as a Software Tester, Test Analyst or QA Analyst.
Strong knowledge of manual testing and software testing methodologies.
Experience designing and executing test cases and test scripts.
Understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and Software Testing Lifecycle (STLC).
Experience with Agile, Waterfall or hybrid delivery methodologies.
Familiarity with test management and defect tracking tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, TestRail or HP ALM.
Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
Experience working with developers, business analysts and project delivery teams.
Desirable Experience
Experience in any of the following areas would be advantageous:

Test Automation: Selenium, Playwright, Cypress or similar tools.
API Testing: Postman, SoapUI or REST APIs.
Database Testing: SQL, data validation and reconciliation.
ERP Testing: SAP, Oracle, Workday or Microsoft Dynamics.
Financial Services, Banking, HR, Payroll or Finance Transformation.
Performance, Accessibility, Mobile or Cloud Testing.
Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Git, Java, Python, JavaScript or C# would also be beneficial.

Qualifications
ISTQB Foundation or Advanced Level certifications, BCS Software Testing qualifications or equivalent industry experience would be advantageous.

Relevant practical testing experience will also be considered., * testing

 * analyst
 * software tester

## Description

We are seeking experienced Software Testers, Test Analysts and QA Professionals for permanent and contract opportunities across the UK.

Opportunities span financial services, technology, healthcare, professional services, government and the public sector.

Successful candidates will be responsible for ensuring the quality, functionality and reliability of business applications, digital platforms and enterprise systems.

You will collaborate with business analysts, developers, project managers and technical teams to validate requirements, identify defects and support successful software delivery.

Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute test plans, test scenarios, test scripts and test cases.
Perform functional, system integration, regression and end-to-end testing.
Analyse business requirements and user stories to ensure appropriate test coverage.
Identify, document, track and retest defects throughout the testing lifecycle.
Support System Integration Testing (SIT), User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and Operational Acceptance Testing (OAT).
Validate system interfaces, APIs, databases and data integrations.
Prepare test data and support test environment management.
Collaborate with developers, business analysts and stakeholders to resolve defects.
Produce test execution reports, defect metrics and testing dashboards.
Support test automation, release management and continuous improvement activities.