Senior Test Analyst

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Key Information

Job title:Senior Test Analyst

Contract type:Permanent Reference: 5541

Team:Testing Directorate:TfL Corporate

All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory right‑to‑work checks. Candidates must be able todemonstratetheir right to work in the UK. At the present time TfL is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

About the Role:

Are you passionate about ensuring software quality in high-impact systems? Join us as a Senior Test Analyst at TfL, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of London's transport technology. This role is perfect for someone with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to excellence, who thrives in dynamic, Agile environments.

As a Senior Test Analyst, you will be responsible for implementing defined Test Strategies throughout the development lifecycle of our Revenue, Online, and corporate systems. As part of our Technology Development team, you will be the go‑to expert, ensuring that all software meets TfL's high standards. You'll drive the quality of software that millions of Londoners depend on every day, ensuring it is tested to the appropriate level under the guidance of the senior test member.

Key Accountabilities

• Work as part of our Technology Development team and stakeholders to ensure all software is tested to the right level under the guidance of the senior test member using best Agile practices.
• Design and execute detailed test cases (manual, automation or non-functional test cases), whilst ensuring traceability between testing implementation and project requirements or acceptance criteria. Develop robust test automation frameworks in C# or Typescript using industry standard tools such as Playwright, Gherkin (such as Cucumber or Reqnroll), Selenium Webdriver and Postman Enterprise.
• Prioritize automated testing methods to enhance efficiency, reducing reliance on manual testing where possible.
• Ensure that all application & technology testing is carried out in accordance with testing standards defined in the strategy.
• Efficiently identify, validate, and report defects and issues, ensuring timely communication of test status, risks, and issues using the agreed test reporting standards.
• Create, validate and report defects in accordance with the defect life cycle documented in the Test Strategy
• Analyse Non-Functional requirements and liaise with Architects and provide inputs to the Non-functional test strategy.
• Work closely with third-party vendors to ensure their deliverables meet TfL’s stringent quality standards.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

Skills

• Analytical Prowess:
  Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities with meticulous attention to detail.
• Communication:
  Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information to diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Technical Proficiency:
  Experience with automation tools like Playwright, Selenium Web Driver, Postman Enterprise, Appium, Accessibility testing tools and performance testing tools such as JMeter etc.
• Programming Knowledge:
  Highly proficient in programming languages, particularly C# and Typescript.
• Continuous Integration:
  Solid understanding of continuous integration and continuous delivery processes.
• Results Focus:
  Ability to analyse complex systems, spot trends, draw conclusions, and produce specifications and decisions to produce positive outcomes.

Knowledge

• Expert in system testing and quality assurance techniques.
• Expert in systems testing technologies and methodologies such as Agile.
• Expert knowledge of testing types and practices.
• Broad knowledge and understanding of testing tools and techniques
• Broad knowledge and understanding of Test Automation.
• Knowledge of Performance testing is desirable.
• Broad knowledge and understanding of software architecture for web sites, back office…