Software Testing Consultant

Reference: TQ2324_2136_356
Vacancy: 2
Job title: Software Testing Consultant
Location: Leicester
Job Purpose:
TESTQ Technologies is an IT services and solutions company whose offerings spans over variety of industry sectors with strong technical, domain and process expertise helping clients grow their businesses and decrease operational costs on continuous basis in an ever-changing business environment.
This opportunity is in the solution design and development arena for Software Testing Consultant who will play a major role with the technical design and development of company’s technical offerings. The role is based at our Leicester office with occasional assignments at client locations.
Job Description (Main Duties and Responsibilities):
Conduct thorough Software Testing, analyze data, write test cases and communicate with developers.
Checking software functionality on different operating systems, browsers and devices to ensure that the software is up to standard and meets the users’ needs.
Testing software for security vulnerabilities and providing input on improving the company’s product solutions.
Communicate the results of Software Testing efforts to stakeholders and suggest areas of improvement.
Proficiency in writing unit tests and integration tests for programming languages.
Work with project developers, business analysts and customer support teams to ensure software solutions meet our user expectations.
Develop software test cases, based on consumer specifications and requirements.
Perform root cause analysis on defects found to identify and mitigate project risks.
Conduct exploratory and usability testing to locate bugs before the software is introduced into production.
Execute comprehensive testing against the software, ensuring all features function as designed and intended.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of Software Testing methodologies and develop standard operating procedures (SOPs), if necessary.
Develop strong and effective working relationships with Project management, Business Analysis, IT Development/Support and test teams.
Key Skills, Qualifications and Experience Needed [The candidate must demonstrate these in all stages of assessment]
3 to 4 years of experience as a Software Testing Consultant or software quality assurance specialist.
Understanding of various programming languages like Java, C++ and Python.
Experience in Agile frameworks and regression testing desired
Experience in different environments including of the following client server, Services Oriented Architecture, Web based, Mainframe based and three tier architectures
Demonstrable experience writing and executing automation test scripts using open source and/or commercial test automation tools – Selenium, Cucumber, UFT (formerly QTP)
Preferred Skills would include proficiency in MS SQL Server, SQL and data manipulation, and tuning
Hands-on experience in security aspects of compliance standards (ISO 27001, SSAE 16, COBIT, PCI, SOX, HIPPA, GLBA)
Deep understanding of various QA testing, SDLC processes and quality metrics
Relevant Software Testing certifications like Certified Software Tester (CSTE), ISTQB Agile Tester Certification or Certified associate in software Testing (CAST) is preferable.
Other Key skills:
Good analytical and Problem-solving skills
Good communication skills
A thorough approach and Self starter
Focus on quality and delivery
Working together in teams.
Leadership and effective decision making.
Flexible Attitude
Excellent customer service
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, or a related field is preferable. Master’s degree preferred.
Salary: GBP 40000 to 55000 per annum
Published Date:15 May 2024
Closing Date: 15 June 2024
Evaluation: CV Review, Technical Test, Personal and Technical Interview and References
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent [Part time and Fixed Term option is available]