Job Title: Technical Test Analyst Location: Hybrid, 2 days in Bracknell Duration: 12 months with likely extension Rate: up to £465.00 per day via an approved umbrella company Role Overview We are seeking a highly skilled Test Analyst with strong technical expertise and experience in both infrastructure and application testing. The successful candidate will work closely with Workstream Leads, Project Managers, and Test Managers to ensure the delivery of high-quality testing across complex environments. Key Responsibilities Provide day-to-day support for testing activities within large-scale projects. Collaborate with Workstream Leads, Project Managers, and Test Managers to deliver planned testing. Contribute to the production of Test Artefacts (plans, scripts, reports). Execute testing across Functional, Non-Functional, Infrastructure, and Hardware domains. Support defect triage, investigation, and root cause analysis. Ensure adherence to Waterfall delivery methodology. Build and maintain strong working relationships with peers and stakeholders. Understand and apply Software Development and Testing Lifecycles. Essential Skills & Experience Strong technical skills in: SQL Point of Sale (PoS) systems UNIX commands Oracle Windows Understanding of: Functional and Non-Functional testing Infrastructure, Networks, and Hardware design/testing Experience working in large team environments. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Exposure to both Infrastructure hardware and Application design. Desirable Skills Experience in implementing test environments, tools, and resources. Knowledge of cryptography in relation to coding. ISTQB Foundation Level or above. Familiarity with defect management processes and tools. Personal Attributes Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Collaborative and proactive approach to teamwork. If this is the role for you please submit your CV at your earliest convenience