Senior Test Analyst - Systems Integration Testing
Description
Senior Test Analyst - Systems Integration Testing
Location: London (Hybrid - 2/3 days onsite) Day Rate: Up to £375 per day (Inside IR35) Start Date: ASAP
We're supporting a well-established organisation seeking a Senior Test Analyst with strong expertise in System Integration Testing (SIT) and System Testing to join a fast-paced delivery environment. This role is highly technical and hands-on, focused on ensuring the quality and reliability of complex integrated Back End systems.
You'll be working across Windows-based applications and enterprise databases, including Oracle, GCP BigQuery, and SQL Server, contributing to both manual and automated testing activities within a collaborative delivery team.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyse user stories, acceptance criteria, and definitions of done to design and execute high-quality test scripts
- Create and maintain accurate test artefacts to support each software release
- Prepare detailed test scripts covering system and integration-level scenarios, validating expected business outcomes
- Execute System Integration Testing and System Testing across multiple applications and data platforms
- Identify, log, and track defects with clear evidence, ensuring timely resolution
- Work closely with developers to improve testability and support rapid defect turnaround
- Provide regular feedback to developers and test management on quality, risks, and progress
- Support scoping and estimation of testing effort for new user stories and backlog items
- Ensure all testing activity aligns with agreed schedules, quality standards, and delivery milestones
Required Experience
- 10+ years of testing experience, particularly within System Integration Testing (SIT) and System Testing in complex environments
- Strong manual testing background with exposure to automated testing approaches
- Hands-on experience testing applications using Oracle, SQL Server, and/or GCP BigQuery
- Experience testing Windows-based and database-driven applications
- Excellent defect management, documentation, and communication skills
- Comfortable working in Agile or hybrid delivery environments
McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.