Senior Test Analyst/Test Lead
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Coventry, Warwickshire
Summary: The Senior Test Analyst/Test Lead role at Scrumconnect Consulting involves providing technical leadership for CRM delivery work streams, specifically focusing on Microsoft Dynamics 365. The position requires mentoring junior testers and engaging with senior stakeholders to enhance testing practices within Agile teams. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in testing and quality assurance within complex enterprise environments. This role is pivotal in ensuring high-quality digital services that impact UK citizens positively.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide technical leadership across multiple CRM delivery work streams.
- Own test strategy and quality assurance for services built on Microsoft Dynamics 365.
- Guide and mentor junior testers.
- Engage senior stakeholders and drive continuous improvement in testing practices.
- Design and implement test automation frameworks.
- Lead BDD practices and manage test management using Azure DevOps.
- Conduct advanced API and database testing.
- Create and maintain test strategies, plans, and quality assurance frameworks.
- Advise on resource planning and quality strategies for digital programmes.
- Ensure compliance with testing standards and regulations.
Key Skills:
- Extensive experience as a Senior Test Analyst or Test Lead in enterprise CRM programmes.
- Hands-on expertise in testing Microsoft Dynamics 365 solutions.
- Ability to design test automation frameworks using tools like Cypress and Selenium WebDriver.
- Experience leading BDD practices with Gherkin and Cucumber.
- Advanced knowledge of Azure DevOps for test management and defect tracking.
- Strong API testing experience using Postman and database testing with SQL Server.
- Experience in creating test strategies and governance documentation.
- ISTQB Test Manager certification or equivalent.
- Experience in government or public sector digital delivery environments.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
Salary (Rate): £325 yearly
City: Coventry
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: Senior
Industry: IT
About Scrumconnect Consulting
Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens.
With a strong commitment to user-centred design and agile delivery, we continue to build innovative digital services that truly make a difference.
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Senior Test Analyst/Test Lead (SFIA Level 5) to join our team.
You will provide technical leadership across multiple CRM delivery work streams, owning test strategy and quality assurance for services built on Microsoft Dynamics 365. You will guide and mentor junior testers, engage senior stakeholders, and drive continuous improvement in testing practices across blended Agile delivery teams.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Extensive experience as a Senior Test Analyst, Test Lead, or equivalent role within complex enterprise CRM programmes.
- Deep hands-on expertise testing Microsoft Dynamics 365 solutions across multiple project life cycles.
- Proven ability to design and implement test automation frameworks from scratch using tools such as:
- Cypress
- Selenium WebDriver
- Equivalent automation frameworks
- Strong experience leading BDD practices using:
- Gherkin
- Cucumber
- Similar BDD frameworks
- Advanced experience using Azure DevOps for:
- Test management
- Pipeline integration
- Defect tracking
- Reporting
- Advanced API testing experience using Postman.
- Strong database testing experience using SQL Server.
- Experience creating and maintaining:
- Test Strategies
- Test Plans
- Quality Assurance Frameworks
- Governance Documentation
- Demonstrated experience mentoring and developing junior testing professionals.
- Experience advising on resource planning, test approaches, and quality strategies for large-scale digital programmes.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences.
- ISTQB Test Manager certification (or equivalent), such as CSTM.
- Experience working within government or public sector digital delivery environments, including:
- GDS Standards
- GDPR
- Information Security requirements
- Agile delivery methodologies
Desirable Skills & Experience
- Microsoft certifications such as:
- PL-200
- PL-400
- AZ-900
- AI-900
- Previous experience within government or highly regulated environments.
- Experience developing performance and load testing strategies.
- Knowledge of:
- Power Pages
- Power Automate
- Azure Functions
in a testing context.
- Familiarity with C# plug-in development or JavaScript customisations within Dynamics 365 environments.
- Experience supporting security-focused testing and Information Technology Health Check (ITHC) activities.
Standards & Compliance
All testing activities must be conducted in line with the following standards:
- GDS Service Standards
- WCAG 2.2 AA Accessibility Standards
- GDPR Compliance
- Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) Capability Framework
- Agile Delivery Methodologies
- Government Design System principles
- Information Security Standards, including ITHCs and AtOs
- Technology Code of Practice
Key Competencies
- Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strategic approach to quality assurance and testing
- Ability to influence delivery teams and stakeholders
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Ability to operate effectively within complex Agile delivery environments
- Strong governance, risk management, and quality assurance experience
Diversity & Inclusion
At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe that diversity drives innovation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every individual is respected, valued, and supported.
We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences, and we actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, under-represented communities, and those seeking flexible working arrangements.