Data Tester

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Glasgow
11 months ago
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Job Title: Data Tester (12-Month Contract, Hybrid – Financial Services)

Location:Edinburgh or London

Contract Type:Initial 12-Month Contract (via Umbrella Company)

Work Arrangement:Hybrid


About the Role

A leading financial services organization is seeking a skilledData Testerto join their team on an initial 12-month contract. The role focuses on validating and ensuring the accuracy, reliability, and performance of data systems, with a specific emphasis on API data usage and lifecycle management. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on critical projects that drive value through data quality and actionable insights.


Key Responsibilities

  • Data Validation & Testing:
  • Design and execute test cases to validate data accuracy, consistency, and performance.
  • Use tools likeSQL, Tableau, and Excelto analyze and verify data integrity.
  • Ensure API-related data meets governance standards and organizational requirements.
  • API Testing:
  • Conduct testing usingAPI lifecycle management platformssuch asApigeeandPostmanto validate functionality, performance, and compliance with OpenAPI specifications.
  • Verify metadata management processes and adherence to API governance best practices.
  • Analysis & Insight Development:
  • Analyze API usage data to identify trends, adoption patterns, and areas for optimization.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to present insights that support strategic decisions and showcase the value of catalogue usage patterns.
  • Collaboration & Reporting:
  • Work closely with developers, data analysts, and product teams to ensure alignment on testing objectives and outcomes.
  • Prepare clear and concise reports to communicate test results and recommendations for improvement.


Skills & Experience Required

  • Essential:
  • Hands-on experience with data analysis and testing tools such asSQL, Tableau, and Excel.
  • Familiarity withAPI lifecycle management toolslikeApigeeandPostman.
  • Understanding ofAPI governance,OpenAPI specifications, andmetadata management.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and identify actionable insights.
  • Desirable:
  • Experience in testing within financial services or regulated industries.
  • Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with technical and business stakeholders.
  • A detail-oriented approach to identifying and resolving data issues.


What We Offer

  • An opportunity to work on high-impact data projects for a leading financial services client.
  • A competitive day rate via an umbrella company.
  • Flexible hybrid working arrangements inEdinburghorLondon.
  • A collaborative environment where your skills will contribute to data-driven decision-making and improved API management.


How to Apply

If you have a keen eye for detail and a passion for data testing, apply now to join a dynamic team making a tangible impact in the financial services sector.

This role is an excellent fit for candidates with strong data testing and API expertise, looking to further their career in a hybrid and contract-based environment.

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