Functional Test Analyst

at  KBR

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience:
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in software testing, with a focus on functional testing and test automation.
• Proven experience in working within Agile development teams, with a strong understanding of Agile principles and methodologies.
• Hands-on experience with test automation tools and frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Cucumber, JUnit, TestNG).
• Experience in working with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab) and integrating automated tests into the build pipeline.
• Technical Skills:
• Strong knowledge of programming/scripting languages used in test automation (e.g., Java, Python).
• Familiarity with testing RESTful APIs using tools like Postman or REST Assured.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Soft Skills:
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• ISTQB Certification or equivalent.
  The role is based at Leatherhead but will be hybrid (2-3 days per week in the office)

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a skilled Functional Test Analyst with hands-on experience in Test Automation to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will work in a fast-paced Agile environment, contributing to high-quality software delivery by designing, executing, and automating test cases. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, business analysts, and product owners, to ensure our applications meet the highest standards of quality and functionality.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Test Design and Execution:
• Analyze requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria to develop comprehensive test plans and cases.
• Execute functional, regression, and system integration tests to validate software functionality and performance.
• Collaborate with developers and product owners to understand features and develop robust testing strategies.
• Test Automation:
• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using industry-standard tools and frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Cucumber, JUnit).
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines to ensure timely feedback on software quality.
• Identify opportunities to enhance test automation coverage and efficiency.
• Agile Collaboration:
• Participate actively in Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and backlog grooming.
• Work closely with development teams to ensure timely and efficient test execution in a fast-paced delivery environment.
• Provide continuous feedback on the quality of the product and advocate for best practices in testing and quality assurance.
• Defect Management:
• Identify, log, and track defects in the defect management system, ensuring accurate documentation of issues and steps to reproduce.
• Work with developers to resolve defects and validate fixes through regression testing.
• Continuous Improvement:
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of testing processes, tools, and methodologies.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in test automation and Agile testing.