Test Analyst

virtualstaff36 · via Himalayas ·

TypeFull-time job
LocationPhilippines
Posted1 hour ago
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

Benefits

Permanent work-from-home set-up

Dayshift (Australian Eastern Daylight Time business hours)

Full-Time opportunity

HMO (STAFF only)

Annual leave

Christmas Bonus equivalent to 1 month's wage (pro-rate)

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