Job summary
Velindre Cancer Centre is a division of the Trust, and one of the leading non-surgical oncology centres in the United Kingdom. The Trust is working closely with Welsh Government and Local Health Boards to build a new cancer centre (nVCC) in South East Cardiff.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Test Analyst who will play a significant role in the digital workstream of the new Velindre Cancer Centre (nVCC) project.
This fixed term role will work collaboratively with our existing Digital Services team to undertake the system and integration testing of the digital services fit for our new, state of the art and environmentally sustainable hospital. Our new home will house a world class cancer centre that extends and enhances specialist cancer treatment and supports the delivery of cancer care closer to home at our regional sites.
Our ambitious Digital Strategy underpins the technologies we will deploy across the Trust, which includes the nVCC. We aim to revolutionise the way in which we deliver services by introducing innovative technologies, working on digital inclusion and embedding data & insight into our everyday.
This post is fixed term/secondment for 17 months. If you are interested in applying for the secondmentposition, you must obtain permission from your current linemanager prior to applying for this post.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will:
- Work as part of the test team under the direction of the Test Manager.
- Design and implement testing strategies for the new hospital's digital deliverables.
- Analyse business requirements, followed by the production of test plans and their subsequent execution.
- Possess excellent knowledge of testing techniques and tools.
- Work closely with the Trust's construction partner and 3rd party suppliers to ensure that their digital solutions meet the Trust's quality and requirements objectives.
About us
Here at Velindre University NHS Trust we are extremely proud of the specialist services we provide across the whole of Wales in our cutting-edge Velindre Cancer Centre and ouraward-winning Welsh Blood Service, as well as the expertise of our corporate functions that bring the two divisions together. We are also fortunate to host the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership and Health Technology Wales and have developed strong partnership working with these expert services.
Formed in 1994, the Trust has a dedicated workforce that continuously strives to apply the key principles of value based healthcare through a wide array of roles. We play a vital role in the communities we support and have ambitious plans for the future to continue to improve the services we deliver. We strive to maintain our core values in everything we do by being; accountable, bold, caring and dynamic, and ensuring the best possible care for our patients and donors.
If you want to work for an organisation that prides itself on making a real difference and offers exciting career opportunities then Velindre University NHS Trust is the place for you.
Visit our website to find out more https://velindre.nhs.wales/
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Perform system, integration, regression, functional, usability, accessibility testing and support user acceptance testing using both manual and automated techniques.
- Work with service users to ensure the digital deliverable meets the service needs.
- Liaise with Acorn and 3rd party suppliers to ensure successful integration of their systems.
- Liaise directly with colleagues in the Digital Services team to ensure a smooth and planned transition between the hospitals.
- Investigate, diagnose and resolve defects/problems from internal/external stakeholders to a satisfactory conclusion.
- Assist the Test Manager in improving the test strategy & test process.
- Provide guidance, mentorship and training to user acceptance testers.
- Work with service areas to develop test procedures that check conformity with local and national policies.
- Take part in Agile ceremonies, actively contributing to planning and estimation task.
- Work with service areas to develop cross area testing.
- Test a wide range of software and hardware technologies.
- Plan tests and test schedules to ensure maximum functional and non-functional coverage in a timely fashion and ensuring alignment with platform availability.
- Version control of tests.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Perform system, integration, regression, functional, usability, accessibility testing and support user acceptance testing using both manual and automated techniques.
- Work with service users to ensure the digital deliverable meets the service needs.
- Liaise with Acorn and 3rd party suppliers to ensure successful integration of their systems.
- Liaise directly with colleagues in the Digital Services team to ensure a smooth and planned transition between the hospitals.
- Investigate, diagnose and resolve defects/problems from internal/external stakeholders to a satisfactory conclusion.
- Assist the Test Manager in improving the test strategy & test process.
- Provide guidance, mentorship and training to user acceptance testers.
- Work with service areas to develop test procedures that check conformity with local and national policies.
- Take part in Agile ceremonies, actively contributing to planning and estimation task.
- Work with service areas to develop cross area testing.
- Test a wide range of software and hardware technologies.
- Plan tests and test schedules to ensure maximum functional and non-functional coverage in a timely fashion and ensuring alignment with platform availability.
- Version control of tests.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Educated to degree level (IT Related subject) with specialist knowledge at a post-graduate level or equivalent demonstrable experience.
- Working knowledge in Software testing concepts, methodologies, processes and tools.
- Strong knowledge of software development & software testing life cycles.
- Proven knowledge in the use of Microsoft Office tools and test management tools.
- A working knowledge of manual and/or automated testing and the different approaches to functional and non-functional testing.
- Understanding of UK GDPR and its implications for the holding of patient information NHS Information flows / services.
Desirable
- Understanding of UK GDPR and its implications for the holding of patient information NHS Information flows / services.
- High level understanding of cyber security best practice.
- Knowledge of standards, practices and assessment and certification programmes relevant to the IT industry.
- Expert level certification in Software Testing.
Experience
Essential
- A proven track record of analysing requirements, preparing test, scripts and conducting testing.
- Working in multi-project testing environment.
- Engaging and managing 3rd party suppliers to ensure successful acceptance testing of their digital solutions.
- Working with service users to ensure the digital deliverable meets the service needs.
- Building and delivering comprehensive, robust and reliable automated test frameworks and automation suites.
- Testing effectively in both Agile and Waterfall development frameworks.
- Using test management tools to plan, track and manage testing activities.
- Application testing with a focus on automation.
- Development of test plans, test strategies, test scripts & test reports.
- Leading, guiding and monitoring the analysis, design. implementation and execution of the test cases, test procedures and test suites.
- Use of Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office products.
- Reviewing and evaluating test plans and test reports.
- Use of test management tools to manage defects effectively.
- Experienced in communicating complex information with empathy and re-assurance.
- Use of both manual and automated testing techniques.
- Experience of re-testing following modifications of both hardware and software.
Desirable
- Other industry experience as a test analyst or equivalent job role.
- Experience in the use of healthcare solutions.
- Use of API testing tools.
- Basic database queries.
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Work effectively with service and technology stakeholders to ensure that the digital solutions delivered meet the service and performance requirements,
- Be able to inspire confidence and co-operation from Digital Services colleagues and the wider stakeholder community,
- Be able to act independently and on own initiative,
- Deliver under pressure working to tight deadlines, with constantly changing priorities,
- Think analytically to identify, break down and address complex problems and opportunities, followed by critical review of the outcome,
- Possess strong testing skills in Regression Testing, Functional Testing, Integration Testing, System Testing, Usability Testing and Accessibility Testing,
- Be an excellent team worker, able to work collaboratively as part of an innovative and agile team,
- Analyse complex IT, business and clinical processes to design, develop and deliver test strategies, test plans, test scenarios and test scripts,
- Identify and interpret customer requirements, risks, and issues, giving a range of evaluated options and solutions for testing of systems and services,
- Develop and maintain means of recording and managing defects and issues arising from testing and perform complex analysis on this information to produce reports for development and project staff,
- Investigate, diagnose and resolve defects/problems from internal/external stakeholders to a satisfactory conclusion,
- Ensure that customers are professionally supported and that their queries are dealt with in an efficient and professional manner, consistent with the quality levels specified within the relevant Service Level Agreement,
- Write, report and present the outcome of testing in accordance with the test strategy,
- Be able to communicate complex IT information to a variety of stakeholders,
- Display high levels of accuracy when inputting test data,
- Use judgement when interpreting complex IT queries and problems,
- To be able to research, identify and develop new testing opportunities,
- Be able to design test scripts based on user specifications written by others
- Identify and interpret customer requirements, risks, and issues, giving a range of evaluated options and solutions for testing of systems and services
Values/Personal Attributes
Essential
- Naturally inquisitive and observant.
- Delivery focused with an acute eye for detail.
- To recognise and reflect the Trust's core values.
- To demonstrate personal and professional integrity.
- Expect high standards of quality.
- Possess a methodical approach to work.
- Be responsible for the use of highly complex equipment.
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Educated to degree level (IT Related subject) with specialist knowledge at a post-graduate level or equivalent demonstrable experience.
- Working knowledge in Software testing concepts, methodologies, processes and tools.
- Strong knowledge of software development & software testing life cycles.
- Proven knowledge in the use of Microsoft Office tools and test management tools.
- A working knowledge of manual and/or automated testing and the different approaches to functional and non-functional testing.
- Understanding of UK GDPR and its implications for the holding of patient information NHS Information flows / services.
Desirable
- Understanding of UK GDPR and its implications for the holding of patient information NHS Information flows / services.
- High level understanding of cyber security best practice.
- Knowledge of standards, practices and assessment and certification programmes relevant to the IT industry.
- Expert level certification in Software Testing.
Experience
Essential
- A proven track record of analysing requirements, preparing test, scripts and conducting testing.
- Working in multi-project testing environment.
- Engaging and managing 3rd party suppliers to ensure successful acceptance testing of their digital solutions.
- Working with service users to ensure the digital deliverable meets the service needs.
- Building and delivering comprehensive, robust and reliable automated test frameworks and automation suites.
- Testing effectively in both Agile and Waterfall development frameworks.
- Using test management tools to plan, track and manage testing activities.
- Application testing with a focus on automation.
- Development of test plans, test strategies, test scripts & test reports.
- Leading, guiding and monitoring the analysis, design. implementation and execution of the test cases, test procedures and test suites.
- Use of Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office products.
- Reviewing and evaluating test plans and test reports.
- Use of test management tools to manage defects effectively.
- Experienced in communicating complex information with empathy and re-assurance.
- Use of both manual and automated testing techniques.
- Experience of re-testing following modifications of both hardware and software.
Desirable
- Other industry experience as a test analyst or equivalent job role.
- Experience in the use of healthcare solutions.
- Use of API testing tools.
- Basic database queries.
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Work effectively with service and technology stakeholders to ensure that the digital solutions delivered meet the service and performance requirements,
- Be able to inspire confidence and co-operation from Digital Services colleagues and the wider stakeholder community,
- Be able to act independently and on own initiative,
- Deliver under pressure working to tight deadlines, with constantly changing priorities,
- Think analytically to identify, break down and address complex problems and opportunities, followed by critical review of the outcome,
- Possess strong testing skills in Regression Testing, Functional Testing, Integration Testing, System Testing, Usability Testing and Accessibility Testing,
- Be an excellent team worker, able to work collaboratively as part of an innovative and agile team,
- Analyse complex IT, business and clinical processes to design, develop and deliver test strategies, test plans, test scenarios and test scripts,
- Identify and interpret customer requirements, risks, and issues, giving a range of evaluated options and solutions for testing of systems and services,
- Develop and maintain means of recording and managing defects and issues arising from testing and perform complex analysis on this information to produce reports for development and project staff,
- Investigate, diagnose and resolve defects/problems from internal/external stakeholders to a satisfactory conclusion,
- Ensure that customers are professionally supported and that their queries are dealt with in an efficient and professional manner, consistent with the quality levels specified within the relevant Service Level Agreement,
- Write, report and present the outcome of testing in accordance with the test strategy,
- Be able to communicate complex IT information to a variety of stakeholders,
- Display high levels of accuracy when inputting test data,
- Use judgement when interpreting complex IT queries and problems,
- To be able to research, identify and develop new testing opportunities,
- Be able to design test scripts based on user specifications written by others
- Identify and interpret customer requirements, risks, and issues, giving a range of evaluated options and solutions for testing of systems and services
Values/Personal Attributes
Essential
- Naturally inquisitive and observant.
- Delivery focused with an acute eye for detail.
- To recognise and reflect the Trust's core values.
- To demonstrate personal and professional integrity.
- Expect high standards of quality.
- Possess a methodical approach to work.
- Be responsible for the use of highly complex equipment.
Desirable
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
