Senior Test Analyst - (English Speaking)

at  NIELSENIQ

Company Description
Label Insight is part of the Brandbank division of NielsenIQ and plays a crucial part in how we digitise, enhance and distribute data to clients and the wider NielsenIQ business.
To help achieve this, we work with open data ecosystems in the cloud. Our clients around the world rely on NielsenIQ’s data and insights to innovate and grow.
We are looking for a highly motivated and talented Senior Test Analyst to add to our Label Insight team!
Job Description

As the Senior Test Analyst, you will support the QA IT Manager in the smooth and efficient running of the Testing Team. This includes coaching the team on best practices and supporting the team in the execution of their role. You will also deputize for the Team Manager during periods of absence and perform Test Analyst duties within the Scrum Team.

• Supports the QA IT Manager in the smooth and efficient running of the Testing Team
• Coaches the team on best practice and supports the team in the execution of their role.
• Deputizes for Team Manager during periods of absence. Performs Test Analyst duties within Scrum Team.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supports the Test & Release Process on a daily basis regarding strategic Test and IT Release decisions and planning.
• Analyses areas of weakness within the test team and works with the QA IT Manager to mitigate their risk
• Deputises for Releases and act as a focal point for team concerns.
• Performs Test Analyst activities and acts as a lead for Testers across the Scrum teams within the assigned domain.
• Creates and documents test plans, scenarios and scripts for validation by Developers and Scrum Master.
• Creates automation scripts for use in Regression testing.
• Executes testing scripts in all IT environments, tracking and reporting progress in line with Test Team and Nielsen Label Insight IT guidelines.
• Identifies new and existing defects / bugs and measures these in line with agreed metrics.
• Reports on and works with Developers on solutions and remedial work.
• Plays an active role in the welfare of the test team, supporting peers and colleagues when required and taking the lead in test team discussions.
• Where appropriate, provide line management of a small team of Test Analysts, in line with organisation policies and processes, including, but not limited to, performance review/management, administration and coaching and mentoring
  Qualifications
  You are a highly motivated individual, with proven track record of delivering testing to a high standard and on schedule. A leader who can guide the team and work alongside them as well to achieve results. You should be ready to take ownership of the work and responsibly when things don’t go as planned.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS E=ESSENTIAL, P=PREFERRED

E - Proven experience in a Senior Test Analyst role and SDLC
E - Have experience of Agile and Waterfall project methodologies
E - Have an up to date knowledge of test tools such as JIRA for Epic, Story and Defect classification, management and reporting.
E - Have excellent English verbal and written communication skills
E - Prepared to lead by positive example and motivate and engage others within the test team.
E - Is a proactive and constructive member of the test team, taking ownership of resolving issues and risks
P - ISEB/ISTQB qualification or equivalent
P - Test Automation experience
P - In-depth knowledge of some or all of the Brandbanck application estate and processes
P - Experience of other roles in the Software Delivery Life Cycle
P - Willingness to travel internationally if required
Additional Information

As the Senior Test Analyst, you will support the QA IT Manager in the smooth and efficient running of the Testing Team. This includes coaching the team on best practices and supporting the team in the execution of their role. You will also deputize for the Team Manager during periods of absence and perform Test Analyst duties within the Scrum Team.

• Supports the QA IT Manager in the smooth and efficient running of the Testing Team
• Coaches the team on best practice and supports the team in the execution of their role.
• Deputizes for Team Manager during periods of absence. Performs Test Analyst duties within Scrum Team