Mountain Healthcare Ltd

Quality Assurance (QA) Analyst

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Job summary

You will liaise with our product designers and project managers to understand the needs of our clients, and work with the team to translate those requirements into new product features that delight our users.

Main duties of the job

Develop and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases to validate software functionality and performance. Conduct functional, regression, and integration testing to identify defects and ensure software reliability. Collaborate with development teams to understand requirements and provide feedback on design and implementation. Document and track defects, and work with developers to resolve issues in a timely manner. Participate in Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and sprint reviews to provide input on quality-related matters.

About us

Our vision and values are about making a difference to people's lives through supporting the NHS in continually improving the way it delivers healthcare to patients. The Benchmarking Network specialises in health and social care benchmarking, data and intelligence, utilising our extensive experience across all sectors of the health system to support our clients to deliver on the NHS Long Term Plan. We are the official research support team to the NHS Benchmarking Network and support 300+ healthcare organisations across the UK in meeting the challenges and opportunities of the NHS Long Term Plan. In addition, we facilitate two national audits - the National Audit for Care at the End of Life (NACEL) and the Cardiovascular Disease Prevention Audit (CVDPREVENT) - and use our unique and comprehensive data sets, especially in the area of mental health, to support strategic decision-making and allocation of resources across the UK healthcare system.

Details

Date posted

20 May 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£40,000 to £45,000 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

recroot-5798-49721-74

Job locations

Manchester

Manchester

M22 5TG


Job description

Job responsibilities

The Benchmarking Network are looking for a QA Analyst to join our growing, friendly development team. You will have the opportunity to work on a new software product from the outset, responsible for designing and executing test plans, identifying, and documenting defects, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions to our customers. The Benchmarking Network aims to create and encourage an environment that is committed to promoting equality, diversity, working inclusively, and valuing the differences that individuals can bring to the workplace. We uphold these principles in our organisational values and behaviours towards each other and our patients. We welcome applications irrespective of age, disability, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexuality, or other personal circumstances.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Benchmarking Network are looking for a QA Analyst to join our growing, friendly development team. You will have the opportunity to work on a new software product from the outset, responsible for designing and executing test plans, identifying, and documenting defects, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions to our customers. The Benchmarking Network aims to create and encourage an environment that is committed to promoting equality, diversity, working inclusively, and valuing the differences that individuals can bring to the workplace. We uphold these principles in our organisational values and behaviours towards each other and our patients. We welcome applications irrespective of age, disability, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexuality, or other personal circumstances.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Understanding testing methodologies is vital for effective collaboration with development teams.

Experience

Essential

  • At least 3 years industry experience.
  • Must possess keen attention to detail to meticulously review software functionality and identify any discrepancies or defects.
  • Analyse complex systems, understand software requirements, develop test plans, and troubleshoot issues effectively.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities are crucial for diagnosing issues and proposing solutions.
  • Adapt to changing project requirements and technologies is essential.
  • Understanding user expectations and ensuring an optimal user experience.
  • Proficiency in regression testing techniques ensures software updates don't introduce new defects.
  • Excellent IT skills including fluency with all Microsoft packages, particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
  • Willingness to work flexibly and adaptably.
  • Highly motivated and curious about our members, the work we do, how we can improve, how we can ensure maximum impact to benefit members and the delivery of healthcare services.
  • Eager to participate in and contribute to a learning environment and to your own professional development.
  • Detail oriented with excellent organisational skills,
  • Highly professional in your internal and external communications
  • Committed to working with the highest level of integrity.
  • Committed to the ongoing development of a strong and positive team culture
  • Genuinely interested and enthusiastic about developing and delivering quality improvement activities for our stakeholders

Desirable

  • Proficiency in test automation tools enhances efficiency for repetitive testing tasks.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Understanding testing methodologies is vital for effective collaboration with development teams.

Experience

Essential

  • At least 3 years industry experience.
  • Must possess keen attention to detail to meticulously review software functionality and identify any discrepancies or defects.
  • Analyse complex systems, understand software requirements, develop test plans, and troubleshoot issues effectively.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities are crucial for diagnosing issues and proposing solutions.
  • Adapt to changing project requirements and technologies is essential.
  • Understanding user expectations and ensuring an optimal user experience.
  • Proficiency in regression testing techniques ensures software updates don't introduce new defects.
  • Excellent IT skills including fluency with all Microsoft packages, particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
  • Willingness to work flexibly and adaptably.
  • Highly motivated and curious about our members, the work we do, how we can improve, how we can ensure maximum impact to benefit members and the delivery of healthcare services.
  • Eager to participate in and contribute to a learning environment and to your own professional development.
  • Detail oriented with excellent organisational skills,
  • Highly professional in your internal and external communications
  • Committed to working with the highest level of integrity.
  • Committed to the ongoing development of a strong and positive team culture
  • Genuinely interested and enthusiastic about developing and delivering quality improvement activities for our stakeholders

Desirable

  • Proficiency in test automation tools enhances efficiency for repetitive testing tasks.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Mountain Healthcare Ltd

Address

Manchester

Manchester

M22 5TG


Employer's website

https://www.mountainhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Mountain Healthcare Ltd

Address

Manchester

Manchester

M22 5TG


Employer's website

https://www.mountainhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruitment

HR Team

hr@bmchealth.co.uk

Details

Date posted

20 May 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£40,000 to £45,000 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

recroot-5798-49721-74

Job locations

Manchester

Manchester

M22 5TG


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