Automation Test Analyst

Key Responsibilities
Identify and recommend requirements for STLC through analysis on the impacted area
• Hands-on involvement in sprint testing, including test case creation, execution, and defect tracking
• Develop and maintain an up-to-date Regression Pack to ensure ongoing testing of critical functionalities.
• Test automation using tools like ReadyAPI, SpecFlow, PlayWright, Selenium or similar.
• Maintain heat maps and ensure up-to-date visibility on quality metrics and coverage
• Collaborate with business analysts and developers to ensure test scenarios and requirements are aligned and properly documented.
• Work closely with the team to ensure that Test Approach is properly updated in Jira stories

• Keep Metery updated with test cases, test runs, and results to ensure proper documentation and traceability.
• Ensure all automation and manual testing processes are continuously improved and up-to-date with the latest tools and techniques.
• Collaborate with the QA architect/manager to help define test policy and procedures
• Collate test result data to support the creation of release readiness reports
Key Competencies and Skills
• 5* years of experience in quality assurance, with a balanced focus on both manual and automated testing
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages (Python, JavaScript, C#, TypeScript) to Welop effective automation scripts
• Expertise with ReadAPI, SpecFlow, and TestComplete for API automation
• Strong experience in maintaining automated regression packs and contributing to sprint testing.
• Solid understanding of testing methodologies, test case design, and defect tracking systems (JIRA).
• Experience with tools like Metery for test management and documentation
• Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with BAs and developers on refining requirements and testing strategies.
• Hands-on experience in scenario preparation and data preparation for test environments.
• Proven ability to design, maintain, and execute complex test cases that ensure comprehensive coverage
• Ability to update and align the Test Approach to Jira stories and project requirements
Additional Skills
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and the integration of automated tests into DevOps processes
• Familiarity with advanced testing frameworks and a passion for exploring new testing tools and technologies.

Education & Experience Requirements
• Strong ability to context switch between multiple products and tasks
• Excellent problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.

• Great communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of a commodity or financial trading environment useful but not a pre-requisite
• Experience of working in an Agile/Scrum team environment
• Educated to Degree-level (or equivalent), as a minimum requirement|