Test Analyst - Automated and Manual

Job Description

Are you a Test Analyst with demonstrable experience of developing, running, and maintaining automation tests/frameworks using several technologiesCan you effectively run tests, collect and record results, and then retest to prove that errors identified have been correctedDo you have strong interpersonal and collaborative skills, working well in a growing and changing environmentIf so, this newly created Test Analyst role at Harding+ could be your perfect next challenge!About us:Harding+ is leading the way in innovative onboard cruise retailing, working closely with our cruise line partners and brand partners to ‘make every cruise better’. We stay at the forefront of retailing and consistently provide outstanding customer service,culminating in winning the Cruise Retailer of the Year award for 2022.About the role:The role requires someone who canwork independently and under their own initiative. It is a standalone Testing position with the Technology team, and requires you to run both automated and manual tests.Following the migration of our core ERP solution to Microsoft Dynamics Business Central in 2022, Harding+ is continuing to develop the solution implementing enhancement and new features. Our product workstream for Business Central requires an experienced Test Analyst to help assure quality deliverables from the development team, support our Super User community, and mitigate risk of regular production deployments.As Test Analyst, you will learn about the ERP system and the business workflows to provide automated test scripts for critical path testing, as well as defining and executing manual testing of new projects and enhancement development tickets.The role is responsible for the risk assessment of critical business processes for our Microsoft Dynamics Business Central ERP system and targeting them with scripted tests. You will have a crucial role in managing and assuring business continuity and continuousimprovement of the user experience. Being involved in user stories through the delivery lifecycle, actively participate in the development processes from requirement gathering, supporting development with test plans and our business teams with planning andexecution of UAT scenarios. You will keep the wider team, including the Product Owner, up to date with the test progress including any risk-based assessments undertaken and raise any issues when relevant.The role is offered on a hybrid working basis, with a blend of office and home working.About you:

• Must be able to work independently, utilising own initiative as this is currently the only Testing role at Harding+
• Experience in the generation of automated test suites to ensure that requirements are satisfied, including happy and unhappy path approaches
• Hands-on experience in developing, running, and maintaining automation tests/frameworks using several technologies (e.g., Java, JavaScript, Scala) and testing frameworks (e.g., cucumber, selenium, puppeteer, Gatling)
• Understanding of Non-Functional, Load or Performance requirements and how they can be tested
• Strong understanding of the QA process, defining and implementing test designs
• Strong experience of iterative/incremental software delivery
• Automated testing of complex web applications with multiple workflows and paths
• Performance testing to identify potential issues (response times, database metrics, infrastructure metrics)
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, strong problem-solving & collaborative skills
• ISTQB certified (Foundation) or equivalent
• A flexible and adaptable approach to working
• Must have an existing right of eligibility to work in the UK

Harding+ is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify, andbuild. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Harding+.