At Amber Labs, we are a cutting-edge UK and European technology consultancy that prioritises empowering autonomy, promoting experimentation, and facilitating rapid learning to provide exceptional value to our clients. Our company culture is centred around collaboration, where all colleagues, regardless of their role, work together to minimise risk and shorten delivery times.
Our team consists of highly-skilled cross-functional consultants, analysts, and support staff.
Our clients have the opportunity to earn R&D credits that can be used towards our areas of expertise: Data, Governance, and Cloud Engineering, allowing us to drive customer-focused innovation. Our work extends across both the public and private sectors, providing our colleagues with a diverse and interesting landscape of experience.
Amber Labs was founded on three key principles:
1. A people-first internal culture, with diverse investments and exciting opportunities for our team, and a partnership structure that ensures everyone has a chance to share in the success of the company.
2. Constant iteration to identify opportunities to develop artifacts, accelerators, and automation solutions that allow for rapid deployment of highly technical cloud or on-premises solutions for our clients.
3. Consistent investment in our ADM (Amber Labs Delivery Methodology, underpinned by Agile Methodology) to ensure maximum velocity, quality, and value.
ROLE: Data & Analytics Tester
LOCATION: UK (Remote)
SECURITY: SC Clearable
Overview: We are seeking a meticulous and experienced Data Warehouse and Analytics Tester to join our team. As a Tester specializing in Data Warehouse and Analytics, you will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, reliability, and performance of our data solutions. Your primary responsibility will be to develop and execute comprehensive test plans, focusing on data integrity, ETL processes, and analytics outputs. Your efforts will contribute directly to the quality and efficiency of our data-driven decision-making processes.
Responsibilities:
• Test Plan Development: Create and implement detailed test plans and test cases for Data Warehouse components, ETL processes, and analytical systems.
• Data Validation: Perform rigorous data validation and integrity checks to ensure accurate data transformation, migration, and integration across various systems.
• ETL Testing: Conduct end-to-end testing of ETL processes to verify data extraction, transformation, and loading into the Data Warehouse.
• Analytics Testing: Validate the accuracy and reliability of analytics outputs, including reports, dashboards, and data visualizations.
• Regression Testing: Execute regression tests to ensure that system changes do not adversely affect existing functionalities.
• Performance Testing: Assess the performance and scalability of the Data Warehouse and analytics solutions under varying conditions.
• Defect Management: Document, track, and prioritize defects, working collaboratively with development teams to resolve issues efficiently.
• Collaboration: Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including developers, data engineers, business analysts, and stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure comprehensive test coverage.
Requirements:
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in software testing, with a focus on Data Warehouse and Analytics Testing.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in SQL for data validation, understanding of ETL processes, experience with testing tools (e.g., Selenium, JIRA, Apache JMeter), and familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets and identify discrepancies or irregularities.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous approach to testing with a keen eye for detail to ensure data accuracy and system reliability.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Adaptability: Ability to work in a dynamic environment, managing multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
Preferred Qualifications:
• Certification in software testing (e.g., ISTQB) or related field.
• Experience with Big Data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark) and cloud-based data platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure).
Benefits:
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment with a focus on innovation.
If you are passionate about ensuring the quality and reliability of Data Warehouse and Analytics solutions through rigorous testing methodologies, we encourage you to apply and be part of our dedicated team.
Benefits:
• Join a rapidly expanding startup where personal growth is a part of our DNA.
• Benefit from a flexible work environment focused on deliverable outcomes.
• Receive private medical insurance through Aviva.
• Enjoy the benefits of a company pension plan through Nest.
• 25 days of annual leave plus UK bank holidays.
• Access Perkbox, a global employee rewards platform offering discounts, perks, and wellness resources.
• Participate in a generous employee referral program.
• A highly collaborative and collegial environment with opportunities for career advancement.
• Be encouraged to take bold steps and embrace a mindset of experimentation.
• Choose your preferred device, PC or Mac.
• Diversity & Inclusion:
Here at Amber Labs, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all. Our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion includes:
• Valuing the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of all employees and creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and valued.
• Prohibiting all forms of harassment, bullying, discrimination, and victimisation and promoting a culture of dignity and respect for all.
• Educating all new hires on our Diversity and Inclusion policies and ensuring they are aware of their rights and responsibilities to create a safe and inclusive workplace.
• By taking these steps, we are dedicated to building a workplace that reflects and celebrates the diversity of our employees and communities
