The University of Oxford is a stimulating work environment, which enjoys an international reputation as a world-class centre of excellence. Our research plays a key role in tackling many global challenges, from reducing our carbon emissions to developing vaccines during a pandemic.
Department
Students Systems is expanding its Testing team to support new developments and continuous improvements in many areas including:
• Graduate Admissions
• On Course Applications
• Examinations
• Undergraduate Admissions systems
• Student Fees and Funding systems
• PGR Outcomes
Successful applications will be based in Student Systems, and work as part of a cross-functional project team alongside colleagues from IT Services, AAD, Academic Divisions and Departments, and Colleges.
What We Offer
As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including:
• An excellent contributory pension scheme
• 38 days annual leave
• A comprehensive range of childcare services
• Family leave schemes
• Cycle loan scheme
• Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans
• Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs
This role also offers the opportunity for hybrid working.
About the Role
The Test Analyst position demands an outstanding candidate to carry out a comprehensive array of both functional and non-functional testing tasks for the University's student systems. This role entails creating and developing effective, reusable tests across various software systems. Working with IT colleagues and internal clients you will deliver priority driven tests following a risk based approach to testing.
About You
As a Test Analyst, you will possess an ISEB/ISTQB certification in testing or hold equivalent qualifications or experience. You will bring to the role experience in conducting both functional and non-functional testing within a complex IT environment. Additionally, you will have experience in using test management software like Quality Centre and be confident in writing server based queries for databases such as SQL.
Application Process
You will be required to upload a covering letter/supporting statement, CV and the details of two referees as part of your online application.
The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Wednesday 3 April 2024.
Interviews will take place during week commencing 22 April 2024 and will be held in person in central Oxford.
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