Loughborough University is looking for a Software Test Analyst to join the Student Information Systems Team to support the testing of inhouse developed software.

Come and join IT Services at a UK top 10 university. We are at the forefront of supporting the digital campus, protecting and securing our IT systems and developing strategies to take us forward in a rapidly evolving world.

About you

If you are experienced in software testing and would like to expand your skills and knowledge in this area, then this may be the role for you.

You should have an interest and experience in software testing, with the desire to work towards, or possess a relevant testing qualification. As Test Analyst you would work in a collaborative manner, identifying, managing, and tracking software defects, and working closely with colleagues in IT software development, as well as business colleagues across the Univercity.

You will be required to test in-house developed software, which is delivered as part of formal IT projects, smaller service enhancements, but also business-as-usual support tasks. The role offers lots of opportunities to get involved with a diverse range of software used.

As a member of IT Services, you can expect:

• support in developing your career, allowing you to progress towards your goals in a friendly environment.
• mentoring and development opportunities including exposure to a wide breadth of technologies.
• to work closely with all of our partners from across the University to support digital transformation and deliver outstanding levels of service that are recognised as the best in the country by our students in the National Student Survey.
• a supportive dynamic working policy with flexible home/hybrid working where possible.
• a superb 440-acre green site in the heart of Leicestershire with first-rate facilities, plenty of open space, gardens, and sports areas.
• a great salary and benefits package, generous holiday allowance and pension scheme.

IT Services is largely based in Holywell Park, a beautiful area of our green campus with a large car park, good public transport links, next to Burleigh Woods. Loughborough IT came top in the National Student Survey for IT resources & facilities in supporting learning for 2021 & 2022.

We have a very supportive culture and understanding of work/life balance, with hybrid working available. Staff particularly enjoy the flexibility available and the opportunity to contribute to interesting University wide projects. Colleagues have a wide variety of backgrounds from different areas, bringing a broad range of experiences.

Training is encouraged via secondment opportunities, lots of internal courses run by Organisation all Development, job shadowing, as well as online learning and external providers. Departmental lunches allow us to get together to meet all colleagues in person on a regular basis, in an informal setting.

Diversity of experience, thought and perspective enriches our university and the lives of its community. It is crucial to our ongoing development as an international institution. We strive to create a culture that supports equality and celebrates diversity throughout the campus, and we are actively seeking to make our team more diverse.

Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

Whatever area of IT you work in, if you’re looking to make things happen then we’re looking for you.

For more information refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.