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Junior Test Analyst

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Junior Test Analyst with a focus on quality assurance, manual testing, front-end and back-end testing, and delivery across Agile and Waterfall environments. You will support the delivery of reliable, effective and low-risk technology solutions by working closely with colleagues across the Test, Development and wider business teams. This role is suited to a proactive and motivated individual who takes ownership of their work and is keen to develop their testing capability while contributing to continuous improvement.

Perks you'll enjoy

  • Competitive salary ranging from £28,000 to £40,000 per annum
  • Company pension, life insurance and sick pay
  • Cycle-to-work scheme and on-site parking
  • Monday to Friday schedule, so your weekends are all yours
  • Opportunities for career development and progression

What you'll be doing

  • Analysing business requirements, functional specifications and process-flow diagrams to understand the scope of testing and expected system behaviour.
  • Developing and executing test plans and test cases that validate software functionality against agreed requirements and specifications.
  • Performing functional, regression, front-end and back-end testing across web, mobile and other relevant platforms and environments.
  • Identifying, recording, prioritising and tracking defects through to resolution using Jira or comparable test and defect management tools.
  • Producing clear test-progress, test-completion and defect reports to provide stakeholders with an accurate view of quality and delivery risk.
  • Working collaboratively with Business Analysts, Product Managers, Software Engineers and Business Users throughout testing activities.
  • Contributing to peer reviews and the continuous improvement of testing processes, tools, techniques and quality-assurance practices.
  • Building knowledge of modern testing approaches, including test automation and the practical use of AI in areas such as test design, test-data generation, defect analysis and reporting.

What you'll bring to the role

  • A minimum of two years’ experience in software testing, preferably within the utilities sector, with practical knowledge of testing methods, techniques and processes.
  • A sound understanding of the software development lifecycle and delivery across Agile and Waterfall environments.
  • Experience using Jira or similar test and defect management tools, such as TestRail, Bugzilla or Quality Center (ALM).
  • Experience of manual testing across front-end and back-end systems, including web and mobile applications.
  • A practical understanding of defect management and experience producing clear testing and defect reports.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail and a focus on quality and continuous improvement.
  • Experience testing billing-system software platforms, or working with such platforms in a testing capacity.
  • Experience working within the utilities sector, preferably within the water industry.

The ability to use initiative, manage priorities, meet deadlines and communicate clearly and professionally with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Awareness of current and emerging software-testing practices, with exposure to AI-assisted testing and automated testing considered beneficial.

· ISTQB Foundation Level, ISEB Foundation in Software Testing or a similar accreditation would be advantageous, as would exposure to Playwright, Selenium, Gherkin, Cucumber or billing-system platforms.

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Why choose Castle Water

Castle Water is redefining the utilities sector as one of the fastest-growing and most successful companies in the UK. Guided by our core values of fairness, transparency, tenacity and being supportive, we deliver outstanding service to a diverse range of customers, including some of the UK’s largest companies and public sector organisations.

We believe in putting people first. Whether it’s creating positive interactions with our customers or fostering a supportive workplace culture, our commitment to fairness and transparency ensures we build lasting relationships with our customers.

With over 20,000 5-star Trustpilot reviews, our reputation is built on trust and excellence. We tackle every challenge with tenacity and a dedication to doing what’s fair and right.

Our head office in Blairgowrie, Perthshire, is located within easy reach of Perth and Dundee. As a company embedded in the local community, we actively participate in events that reflect our supportive values. We also have offices in Brentford, London, and Ayr, offering plenty of opportunities to join our growing team.

If you’re looking for company that’s dynamic, forward-thinking and values-driven, Castle Water is the place for you.

It’s been an incredibly rewarding experience

Hannah Bodie

Onboarding Manager