Job summary
We are looking for a highly motivated Digital & Data Test Analyst (Automated/Manual) to carry out a wide range of clinical and other applications software and their supporting hardware testing activities that inform project stakeholders about the quality of new or upgraded software applications and systems, to demonstrate that they meet agreed requirements, required workflows and identify defects before being promoted into a production environment for operational use.
One of the programmes that this role will provide a testing service for is the EPR programme. This programme is delivering a first of type mobile EPR being developed by Nervecentre Software Ltd in partnership with and being implemented by UHL.
As part of this programme UHL are developing a suite of automated regression test scripts, using the Leapwork Studio codeless automated testing application. This will involve analysis of both manual regression scripts and the application under test to develop automated flows and reusable elements, including ongoing maintenance and debugging, sequencing and scheduling of out of hours execution via remote desktop agents, and reporting of results.
Main duties of the job
As a member of the Digital & Data Department, the post holder will service a number of D&D enabled projects producing high quality clinical information systems across both software and hardware functionality, for use both internally and externally in the wider healthcare community.
Review requirements and specifications to define test conditions. Designing test scenarios, test cases and test scripts under their own direction, mapping back to functional requirements and technical specifications, and formally reporting and recording outcomes. Carry out test script execution and recording of defect / issues, to agreed testing standards.
About us
We are one of the biggest and busiest NHS trusts in the country, incorporating the General, Glenfield and Royal Infirmary hospitals. We have our very own Children's Hospital and run one of the country's leading heart centres.
Our team is made up of more than 17,000 staff providing a range of services primarily for the one million residents of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.
We work with partners at the University of Leicester and De Montfort University providing world-class teaching to nurture and develop the next generation of doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals, many of whom go on to spend their working lives with us.
Our purpose is to provide 'Caring at its best' and our staff have helped us create a set of values that embody who we are and what we're here to do. They are:
- We focus on what matters most
- We treat others how we would like to be treated
- We are passionate and creative in our work
- We do what we say we are going to do
- We are one team and we are best when we work together
Our patients are at the heart of all we do and we believe that 'Caring at its best' is not just about the treatments and services we provide, but about giving our patients the best possible experience.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust: (leicestershospitals.nhs.uk)
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will work under the general direction of the Test Lead and will use their discretion in how to respond to complex issues within their assigned task / project. Working to specific instructions and with reviews at frequent milestones, they will determine when / who to escalate concerns to a higher level.
- Producing an analysis of requirements with outline testing needs
- Producing test plans, test cases and test scripts to support project deadlines across both manual and automated testing.
- Producing regular records and reports of test plans and execution outcomes.
- Repeating test activity to match multiple software deliveries
As a Test Analyst you will be included in activities throughout much of the project life cycle.
- Identify risks to schedules; escalate quality issues
- Attend assigned task / project planning and quality review meetings
- Job shadowing to understand workflows
- Reading requirements catalogues, process flowcharts, technical specifications, user guides, standard operating procedures and associated documentation.
Across all testing levels, unit, integration, system and regression, using the Leapwork automated testing application the post holder will:
- Develop and maintain against current code base, complex suites of flows (test scripts) and sub-flows (reusable elements), using application building blocks and syntax, referencing test data built using SQL and/or MS Excel tables.
- Plan, sequence, schedule and debug test runs, across multiple remote virtual desktop agents.
- Develop automated processes to support both testing and application management.
- Develop reporting dashboards both internally within the application and externally using MS Excel, SQL and Power BI.
A systematic approach to selecting techniques, test execution and defect resolution within an assigned task / project is a key aspect of the role.
- Demonstrate appropriate test approach / technique selection rationale
- Maintain accurate test artefacts and deliverables
- Conduct defect review meetings to proactively monitor and manage defect progression leading to their resolution
- Monitoring progress and exception reporting of ones own work against planned activities
- Adhere to system documentation, process models / workflows and guidance from the Test Lead
- Adopt best practice standards and work with the preferred tool sets as directed
Effective communication of complex issues to both internal and external stakeholders is integral to this position.
- Influence immediate project team members and have assigned task / project-based contact with suppliers, partners and end-users of the systems being developed.
- Provide regular test status reports to the Project Manager and Test Lead
- Provide regular testing status feedback to developers and other stakeholders
- Provide mentorship, testing process advice and guidance to project stakeholders, including regression testers and user acceptance testers.
- Register project risk and issues with the Test Lead and Project Manag
Although as a Test Analyst you will have no direct budgetary responsibility, you will support the Test Lead and Project Manager to stay within budget and escalate appropriately any issues or risk that could impact the project budget.
Please ensure you read the downloadabled 'Digital & Data Test Analyst (Automated/Manual) Job Description + Person Specification' document from the link below for the full job description and person specification details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will work under the general direction of the Test Lead and will use their discretion in how to respond to complex issues within their assigned task / project. Working to specific instructions and with reviews at frequent milestones, they will determine when / who to escalate concerns to a higher level.
- Producing an analysis of requirements with outline testing needs
- Producing test plans, test cases and test scripts to support project deadlines across both manual and automated testing.
- Producing regular records and reports of test plans and execution outcomes.
- Repeating test activity to match multiple software deliveries
As a Test Analyst you will be included in activities throughout much of the project life cycle.
- Identify risks to schedules; escalate quality issues
- Attend assigned task / project planning and quality review meetings
- Job shadowing to understand workflows
- Reading requirements catalogues, process flowcharts, technical specifications, user guides, standard operating procedures and associated documentation.
Across all testing levels, unit, integration, system and regression, using the Leapwork automated testing application the post holder will:
- Develop and maintain against current code base, complex suites of flows (test scripts) and sub-flows (reusable elements), using application building blocks and syntax, referencing test data built using SQL and/or MS Excel tables.
- Plan, sequence, schedule and debug test runs, across multiple remote virtual desktop agents.
- Develop automated processes to support both testing and application management.
- Develop reporting dashboards both internally within the application and externally using MS Excel, SQL and Power BI.
A systematic approach to selecting techniques, test execution and defect resolution within an assigned task / project is a key aspect of the role.
- Demonstrate appropriate test approach / technique selection rationale
- Maintain accurate test artefacts and deliverables
- Conduct defect review meetings to proactively monitor and manage defect progression leading to their resolution
- Monitoring progress and exception reporting of ones own work against planned activities
- Adhere to system documentation, process models / workflows and guidance from the Test Lead
- Adopt best practice standards and work with the preferred tool sets as directed
Effective communication of complex issues to both internal and external stakeholders is integral to this position.
- Influence immediate project team members and have assigned task / project-based contact with suppliers, partners and end-users of the systems being developed.
- Provide regular test status reports to the Project Manager and Test Lead
- Provide regular testing status feedback to developers and other stakeholders
- Provide mentorship, testing process advice and guidance to project stakeholders, including regression testers and user acceptance testers.
- Register project risk and issues with the Test Lead and Project Manag
Although as a Test Analyst you will have no direct budgetary responsibility, you will support the Test Lead and Project Manager to stay within budget and escalate appropriately any issues or risk that could impact the project budget.
Please ensure you read the downloadabled 'Digital & Data Test Analyst (Automated/Manual) Job Description + Person Specification' document from the link below for the full job description and person specification details.
Person Specification
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent experience
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge and experience of SIT/UAT testing of clinical systems in an NHS environment
- Experience in manual testing; production of test scenarios, test cases, test scripts, test execution
Desirable
- Experience of testing throughout the software development life cycle
- NHS Acute Hospital - IM&T project experience
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Good verbal and written English communication skills
- An effective collaborator
- Competent in complex communications of test issues and product defects
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Competent in problem solving
- Competent in design of tests from requirements definitions
Desirable
- Understanding of risk assessment
Skills
Essential
- Competent in technical problem diagnostics / debugging
- Competent in the use of PowerShell commands
Desirable
- Basic test automation
- Competent in script language based software development, including SQL, VBA, HTML, CSS and/or Java
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Competent in the planning and execution of functional tests
- Excellent problem solving and planning skills
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
- All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others
Knowledge
Essential
- Fully competent in the testing process in a development project context
- Knowledge of HTML and CSS syntax
- Beyond the basic knowledge of MS Excel
- Knowledge of the principles of automated testing and tooling available
Desirable
- Acute healthcare
- Automated testing development and execution
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential
- A quick learner
- A self-developer
Person Specification
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent experience
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge and experience of SIT/UAT testing of clinical systems in an NHS environment
- Experience in manual testing; production of test scenarios, test cases, test scripts, test execution
Desirable
- Experience of testing throughout the software development life cycle
- NHS Acute Hospital - IM&T project experience
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Good verbal and written English communication skills
- An effective collaborator
- Competent in complex communications of test issues and product defects
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Competent in problem solving
- Competent in design of tests from requirements definitions
Desirable
- Understanding of risk assessment
Skills
Essential
- Competent in technical problem diagnostics / debugging
- Competent in the use of PowerShell commands
Desirable
- Basic test automation
- Competent in script language based software development, including SQL, VBA, HTML, CSS and/or Java
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Competent in the planning and execution of functional tests
- Excellent problem solving and planning skills
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
- All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others
Knowledge
Essential
- Fully competent in the testing process in a development project context
- Knowledge of HTML and CSS syntax
- Beyond the basic knowledge of MS Excel
- Knowledge of the principles of automated testing and tooling available
Desirable
- Acute healthcare
- Automated testing development and execution
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential
- A quick learner
- A self-developer
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).
