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Senior Automation Test Anaylst

Job in City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh Area, EH1, Scotland, UK
Listing for: 7IM
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-11
Job specializations:
  • IT/Tech
    Systems Analyst, IT QA Tester / Automation
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: City of Edinburgh

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Purpose

To 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 support the overall delivery of the test automation agenda as 7IM drives toward a Quality Engineering culture.

Responsibilities
  • Build and enhance Test Automation frameworks.
  • Continuously learn and stay apprised of industry advancements, particularly in the use of AI.
  • Analyze requirements (functional/non‑functional) to confidently suggest types of testing and approach(es) to apply.
  • Create data generation / manipulation / mining queries to support test preparation and execution.
  • Communicate the impact of not conducting certain types of testing so stakeholders understand and acknowledge any assumed risk.
  • Proactively suggest improvements to test principles, techniques, and tools to other 7IM Test Chapter members.
  • Create opportunities to increase efficiency, consistency, and value of testing; once created, drive these opportunities forward autonomously.
  • Support Test Leads in rolling out new approaches and processes.
  • Drive a BDD and/or TDD culture among peers within the software development lifecycle.
  • Coach members of the wider Test Chapter who have automation ambition.
General Skills / Tools
  • Ability to interact and influence Agile Squad(s) and other key stakeholders.
  • BDD experience to champion best practices aligned with industry standards.
  • Strong analytical skills to influence testing approach.
  • Strong problem‑solving skills.
  • Strong communication skills (verbal & written) to manage defects and relay complex technical details to a business audience.
  • In‑depth knowledge of the delivery lifecycle alongside ISTQB industry best‑practice techniques.
  • Asset Management industry knowledge.
  • Experience with Azure Cloud and associated tech stack.
  • Intermediate SQL.
  • Microsoft Developer & Test Tools e.g., TFS / ADO.
Automation Skills / Tools
  • Playwright (.Net).
  • Specflow / Reqnroll (or another BDD framework tool).
  • Selenium (desirable).
  • Proficient in object‑oriented programming (C# desirable).
  • Fit Nesse (desirable).
  • Familiarity with API test tools e.g., Postman / Ready

    API.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (desirable).
Knowledge
  • In‑depth knowledge of the delivery lifecycle.
  • ISTQB industry best‑practice techniques.
  • Asset Management industry knowledge.
Qualifications
  • ISEB / ISTQB Foundation.
  • Further ISEB / ISTQB qualifications are advantageous.
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience.
Other Professional Attributes
  • Team player.
  • Conscientious.
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Excellent time‑management skills.
  • Proactive approach.
  • Ability to think laterally.
  • Can‑do attitude.
  • Self‑motivated and adept at pushing initiatives forward.
Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Quality Assurance

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Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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