Job Description

IntaPeoples public sector client has reqeusted assistance in hiring for an experienced Tester to join the team on an inside IR35 contract.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To test a series of APIs to verify that the API fulfils its expected functionality, security, performance, and reliability.

To develop and maintain the project test strategy on projects in accordance with specifications and operational requirements of NHS Wales.

To ensure that the application performs to the requirements of its users and clinicians.

To provide specialist advice and support on software testing to the NHS in various areas of health informatics

All testing work is undertaken in accordance with the policies, processes and procedures as described by the Test Framework

The post holder must be able to:-

• Develop and maintain effective written and verbal communication with individuals and larger groups of customers and stakeholders of all levels, explaining difficult and highly complex IT processes and issues often being the senior testing contact
• Arrange, lead and participate in meetings with various levels of internal and external customers and stakeholders to: - discuss and agree testing requirements, progress defects, problems and issues and answer queries.
• Liaise as necessary with NHS staff at all levels on testing related matters, dealing with conflicting requirements and priorities.
• Refocus discussions where necessary, to resolve conflict and establish acceptable conclusions.
• Provide oral and written advice to customers in the use of testing of systems and services developed by the directorate
• Conduct formal seminars on the benefits of testing systems and products
• Produce testing documentation that provides all necessary information to allow continuing testing and improvements in testing of systems and services
• Be able to communicate outcomes of testing through the provision of test reports

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

• Degree in information and IT related subject or equivalent qualifications and experience
• ISTQB in Software Testing or equivalent experience
• Evidence of on-going professional development

Desirable

• Registered with a relevant informatics professional body.
• PRINCE 2 foundation in project management

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Significant experience in managing software testing in highly complex technology-based products.
• Experience of writing and implementing test strategies and plans for complex environments.
• Experience in the creation of phase specific test plans
• Experience in the management of the defect life cycle
• Experience in the creation and execution of test scripts

Desirable

• Experience of working in NHS, Healthcare or Public Sector environment
• Understanding of NHS Clinical/administrative Information and IT requirements

If this looks like a role you are interested in then apply below or email me a CV to (see below)

Please note: all candidates must have valid right to work in the UK and be able to work through an FCSA approved, UK based umbrella without sponsorship.

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