Senior Configuration Data Tester

Indra Group

. Own and coordinate testing of Base Data changes across relevant test environments, systems and field devices .

Posted 11/4/2026contractRedhill • United KingdomSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in software and systems testing, including the ability to produce comprehensive test strategies and manage defect identification and resolution. Proficient in SQL and configuration management, with strong communication skills to engage stakeholders effectively.

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Software TestingTest Strategy DevelopmentDefect ManagementSQL ProficiencyISTQB Certified Tester

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Hard Skills

Test PlanningTest ExecutionTest Environment ConfigurationTest Automation ScriptingDefect TriageTest Evidence DocumentationRequirements TraceabilityChange ControlIncident ManagementQuality Assurance

Soft Skills

CollaborationMentoringCommunicationStakeholder EngagementPrioritization

Tools & Technologies

Test Management ToolsDefect Tracking ToolsMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelCubic Base Data Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

ISTQB Certified TesterSQL CertificationQuality Assurance Certification

Industry Keywords

Transport TicketingFare Collection SystemsConfiguration ManagementFares Revision ProcessesBack-Office Systems

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

SQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own and coordinate testing of Base Data changes across relevant test environments, systems and field devices
Review requirements, change requests and technical analysis to determine test scope, coverage, dependencies and acceptance evidence
Produce test strategies, plans, specifications, scenarios and step-by-step scripts
Configure and validate test environments according to configuration management procedures
Execute approved test scenarios and record results with complete supporting evidence
Lead defect identification, triage, retesting and closure
Prepare and conduct customer or user witnessed testing, including independent test witnessing where required
Maintain testing, acceptance and handover records, including metrics, results, reports, maps, physical media and other delivery artefacts
Provide senior assurance on deployment suitability and document or escalate defects, risks and exceptions
Support controlled deployment and post-deployment verification
Investigate live or test issues, identify root causes and support remedial or preventative actions
Define and improve repeatable testing processes, templates, quality controls and traceability across the Base Data lifecycle
Mentor colleagues, review test work and promote consistent testing practices
Build relationships with customer, supplier and internal stakeholders and report progress, risks and readiness to management
Attend client premises, project meetings, test facilities and installation locations when required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Substantial professional experience in software, systems, device or integration testing within a controlled technical environment
Proven experience producing and reviewing test strategies, plans, specifications, scenarios, scripts, evidence and completion reports
Experience testing configuration data or referential data changes and assessing their end-to-end impact across systems and devices
Ability to translate business, operational and technical requirements into thorough, traceable test coverage
Experience configuring or validating representative test environments and applying configuration management principles
Strong defect management skills, including investigation, clear reproduction steps, prioritisation, retesting and closure evidence
Ability to explain system and device defects clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders
Working knowledge of SQL and databases, with the ability to interrogate data and support test analysis
Strong written communication and documentation skills, with competent use of Microsoft Word and Excel
Ability to plan and manage multiple testing activities, priorities and delivery deadlines with limited supervision
Experience supporting customer or user witnessed testing and working in a multi-stakeholder delivery environment
A collaborative approach, with experience mentoring colleagues or providing technical review and assurance
Experience with Cubic Base Data systems or comparable transport ticketing, fare collection or revenue systems
Knowledge of Fares Revision processes, transport fares, products, concessions, retail or device configuration
Experience testing across back-office systems and physical ticketing devices such as gates, validators, ticket vending machines or retail equipment
Ability to write SQL or automation scripts to improve test repeatability, evidence gathering or regression coverage
Experience of change control, release management, incident management and production deployment in a service environment
Exposure to test management and defect tracking tools used to maintain requirements traceability and auditable test evidence
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant analytical, technical or business discipline
Relevant certification or practical training in SQL, databases, configuration management, quality assurance or test automation
Educational background in Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering or similar
ISTQB Certified Tester qualification, particularly Advanced Level Test Analyst or Technical Test Analyst

Benefits

Comp & perks

25 days per annum + 8 days bank holidays (options to buy/sell days)
Pension – 4% employee and 4% employer
Private medical insurance (including dental & optical)
Life assurance
Income protection
Employee assistance programs
Flexible/remote working options
Charitable initiatives
Social events (formal & informal)
Learning and development programs
Innovative & collaborative work environment