Automation Test Analyst

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. Helping to support overall delivery of the test automation agenda as 7IM drives towards a Quality Engineering culture.

• Delivery of automated testing solutions for Squad work, contributing to increased Squad velocity and improved quality of change to live. Ability to self-manage within the squad
• Continuous learning and contribution within established Automation framework(s)
• Analysis of requirements (functional / non-functional) to enable you to confidently suggest types of testing that could / should be conducted on a piece of work, including the approach(es) that could / should be taken
• Create data generation/manipulation/mining queries to support test prep and execution
• Communication of the impact of not conducting certain types of testing should be effective such that stakeholders understand and acknowledge any assumed risk
• Be proactive in terms of suggesting 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 these opportunities should be driven forward in the most autonomous way possible
• Driving a BDD and/or TDD culture among peers, within the software development lifecycle
• T-shaping within Squad to support successful outcomes e.g., supporting manual testing or analysis efforts
• Where required carry out manual testing, following internal practices and guidelines
• Adherence to all applicable compliance standards and best practices at all times
• Act consistently in accordance with the 7IM VPV’s

General

Skills:

• The 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 help manage defects and relay complex technical details to a business audience
• In-depth knowledge of the delivery lifecycle alongside the ISTQB industry best practice techniques
• Asset Management industry knowledge
• Experience of 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 / ReadyAPI
• Knowledge of Playwright MCP or AI tools in testing(desirable)
• Familiarity 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 personal 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