Senior QA Engineer

Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, provide digital marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to realise their financial goals and help them to save time and money.

We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, Agri-finance, insurance, and many more industry segments.

We invest in experienced people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data and to innovate. A FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 23,300 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at experianplc.com.

Job description

As our QA tester, it is important to focus on quality control and assurance to give business confidence that the product meets the requirements. You will work under the direction of the quality assurance lead, verifying that functionality is not only correct, but useful.

You will collaborate with the development team and your department across the region and globe. It is also important to have and to meet quality and performance standards.

• Perform build verification testing, regression testing and feature testing.
• Create reusable test data. Maintain suite of regression tests.
• Analyse, develops, codes automation scripts for regression testing.
• Document test results and produce status reports related to testing.
• Identify and report quality assurance and testing issues and defects.
• Convert requirements and design documents into test cases and scripts, prepare test data and implement tests using Zephyr.
• Ensure all development tasks meet quality criteria through test planning, test execution, quality assurance and issue tracking.
• Provide assurance that systems conform to requirements and follow their established plans.
• Document the quality testing process, describes the program, evaluation, methods of testing and improvements made to systems.
• Identify potential defects, root cause analysis, suggest options and recommend approaches.

Responsibilities:

• Test Automation: Develop automated test scripts using tools like TOSCA, Selenium, and Postman.
• Test Planning: Create detailed test plans and strategies based on our requirements using Zephyr.
• Defect Management: Identify, document, and track defects through their lifecycle.
• Collaboration: Work with development, QA, and business teams to ensure comprehensive test coverage.
• Reporting: Provide regular updates on test progress, defect status, and overall quality metrics to partners.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify areas for improvement in the testing process and implement best practices.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience: 6+ years of experience in software testing, with a focus on automation.
• Technical Proficiency: knowledge of programming languages such as Java, Python, or JavaScript.
• Automation Tools: Experience with test automation frameworks and tools (e.g., TOSCA, Selenium, and Jenkins).
• Certifications: ISTQB or equivalent certification in software testing.
• Domain Knowledge: Experience working with SQL databases and solid experience in a computing environment with multiple programming languages (Python, SQL).
• Test Strategy: Experience in software test strategy, test case writing, execution and analysis.
• Quality Assurance: Understanding of quality assurance and testing principles.
• Documentation: Responsible for reviewing specifications/requirement documents to provide feedback and estimations.
• Test Scenarios: Create detailed, comprehensive, and well-structured test scenarios, test plans, test cases, and test estimates.
• Prioritize, plan, and coordinate testing activities.

Important Skills:

• Committed to delivering high-quality work.
• Understand business issues related to the financial services industry to deliver a solution accordingly.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Team-worker
• Experience working in an Agile environment is desirable.

Qualifications

• Experience: 6+ years of experience in software testing, with a focus on automation.
• Technical Proficiency: knowledge of programming languages such as Java, Python, or JavaScript.
• Automation Tools: Experience with test automation frameworks and tools (e.g., TOSCA, Selenium, and Jenkins).

Our uniqueness is that we celebrate yours. Experian's culture and people are important differentiators. We take our people agenda very seriously and focus on what truly matters; DEI, work/life balance, development, authenticity, engagement, collaboration, wellness, reward & recognition, volunteering... the list goes on. Experian's people first approach is award-winning; Great Place To Work™ in 24 countries, FORTUNE Best Companies to work and Glassdoor Best Places to Work (globally 4.4 Stars) to name a few. Check out Experian Life on social or our Careers Site to understand why.

Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Innovation is a critical part of Experian's DNA and practices, and our diverse workforce drives our success. Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole self to work, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, religion, color, sexuality, physical ability or age. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.

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Benefits

Experian care for employee's work life balance, health, safety and wellbeing. In support of this endeavor, we offer the best family well-being benefits, enhanced medical benefits and paid time off.