OAT/UAT Tester

Purpose of the Role:

The Tester is responsible for the delivery of test preparation and test execution activities for a number of projects and programmes as directed by the project/programme Test Lead.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Carry out Testing as directed by the Test Lead
• Develop Test Plans, Test Scripts and Test Data for applications to determine their fitness for purpose and compliance with requirements and designs
• Execute Test Scripts and check the results, ensuring that all discrepancies are highlighted and the appropriate action is taken using the fault management system
• Undertake an initial investigation of any defects found and create any necessary diagnostic evidence
• Communicate with Application Support Team and Test Lead to ensure that faults are fully understood
• Provide a test summary report at intervals throughout the testing cycle
• Ensure Test Plans follow documentation standards and are correctly archived
• Provide input to ongoing test process improvements
• Ensuring that all assigned project testing deliverables are completed on time and in line with the project scope, plan and budget.  Reporting any slippage to the Test Lead
• Understanding the quality of work expected of them and always meeting or exceeding this standard
• Participating fully as a member of the Test Team. 

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

Previous experience in quality or testing activities on Business Change, IT and Operations projects for UAT & OAT in a windows based environment

Good working knowledge of common software packages including MS Office tools, email and the internet

An industry recognized qualification in the quality/testing field would be a distinct advantage:

ISEB/ISTQB Testing Foundation Certification

Good understanding of project management methodologies