Test Analyst

virtualstaff36 · Philippines · posted today ago

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About this role

Our client is a growing software solutions provider specialising in innovative lending and business workflow systems. They deliver high-quality, data-driven web applications designed to streamline financial processes for their customers. The organisation prides itself on maintaining high standards of quality across all software releases.

They are now seeking to hire a Test Analyst to drive quality assurance and maintain software integrity across their core platforms. In this role, you will act as a key quality gatekeeper, ensuring all functional, integration, and regression testing activities align with delivery schedules.

Job Responsibilities

Test Planning and Strategy

Develop comprehensive test strategies and test plans to ensure maximum functional coverage
Act as a quality gatekeeper to maintain high standards prior to all software releases
Analyse business requirements and user stories to ensure they are complete and testable
Provide accurate testing estimations and align activities with delivery schedules

Test Execution and Defect Management

Execute manual tests and perform thorough functional, integration, and regression testing
Identify, log, and track software defects with clear reproducible steps and supporting evidence
Verify defect fixes prior to production release and perform thorough retesting
Proactively manage testing risks and escalate critical issues in a timely manner

Collaboration and Agile Delivery

Collaborate closely with developers, business analysts, and project managers
Participate in daily stand-up meetings to report progress, blockers, and testing status
Maintain clear and accurate test documentation, test cases, and regression suites
Support user acceptance testing activities and assist stakeholders as required

Requirements

Minimum 3 years of commercial experience as a Software Test Analyst or QA Analyst
Strong understanding of software testing methodologies, processes, and best practices
Proven ability to analyse business requirements and translate them into test scenarios
Solid experience with defect identification, documentation, tracking, and retesting
Practical experience working within Agile software development environments
Intermediate experience using JIRA or an equivalent defect management system
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and detailed documentation skills

Nice-to-Have Skills

Prior experience testing financial services, banking, lending, or FinTech applications
Experience with API testing using tools like Postman
Exposure to test automation frameworks or automated testing tools
Basic to intermediate SQL querying skills for data validation
ISTQB Foundation Certificate or an equivalent testing qualification
Familiarity with security testing concepts, data privacy, or AI tools