Join us as a Quality Assurance Analyst at Barclays, where you'll contribute to functional, regression, and integrated testing of critical reference data changes. You will also be responsible for automating all testing processes, including historic and new deliverables. Be part of a highly skilled team working on Barclays' strategic vision for test automation and simplifying the delivery lifecycle. This role offers opportunities to hone existing skills and acquire new ones.
To succeed in this role, you should have:
* Experience in test automation using Specflow and Selenium.
* Understanding of data processes, including data flow, data lineage, and data structures.
* Knowledge of Agile methodologies, JIRA, and Confluence.
Additional valued skills include:
* SQL knowledge for querying and data analysis.
* Experience with reference data such as client data, instruments, and regulatory data.
* Investment banking experience.
You may be assessed on key skills relevant to success in this role, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen, strategic thinking, and digital technology, alongside technical job-specific skills.
This role is based at our Glasgow Campus.
Purpose of the role
Design, develop, and execute testing strategies to validate software functionality, performance, and user experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve defects, and continuously improve testing processes and methodologies to ensure software quality and reliability.
Accountabilities
* Develop and implement comprehensive test plans and strategies.
* Create and execute automated test scripts using testing frameworks and tools.
* Collaborate with teams to analyze requirements, participate in design discussions, and develop acceptance criteria.
* Conduct root cause analysis for defects and support resolution.
* Participate in code reviews and promote a culture of quality and knowledge sharing.
* Stay informed of industry trends and contribute to technology communities.
Assistant Vice President Expectations
* Advise, influence decision-making, and contribute to policy development.
* Lead a team or guide collaborative assignments, set objectives, and coach employees.
* Demonstrate leadership behaviors: Listen, Energize, Align, Develop.
* Manage complex issues, mitigate risks, and develop policies.
* Own risk management and controls.
* Collaborate across areas and analyze data to solve problems.
* Communicate complex information effectively and influence stakeholders.
All colleagues are expected to embody Barclays' values: Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship, and to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset: Empower, Challenge, Drive.
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