Manual Data QA

Chambers Limited; City of London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in data solutions is seeking a Quality Assurance Tester in London. This role involves validating data flows through manual testing within a Databricks environment. The ideal candidate will have strong SQL skills, experience in data migrations, and an ability to collaborate effectively with various teams. A commitment to maintaining high data quality is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in testing data migrations and Data Lake environments.
• Familiarity with cloud environments, especially Azure is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of SQL.
• Experience with automated testing tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed manual tests within the Databricks platform.
• Assist in developing QA testing strategies and test plans.
• Identify, document, and track data discrepancies.
• Ensure compliance with company-wide QA standards.
• Provide comprehensive reports on test results.

Skills

Data migration testing

Database implementation

SQL proficiency

Data validation techniques

Understanding of Azure

Test automation tools

Performance testing methodologies

Analytical skills

Collaboration skills

Job description

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Full details of the job.

Vacancy Name: Quality Assurance Tester

Vacancy No: VN957

Location: London

Employment Type: Perm

Basis: Full Time

Overview

Join Chambers and Partners as a Manual Data QA Analyst and play a key role in ensuring the integrity of our data across industry-leading products and platforms.

You’ll be responsible for validating complex data flows, particularly within our Databricks environment through meticulous manual testing.

This is a critical position within our growing Technology & Data team, ideal for someone passionate about data quality and eager to make an impact in a globally respected organisation.

Experience with Power BI and/or Data Lakehouse architectures would be a strong advantage.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Testing Execution: Conduct detailed manual tests to validate data flows and processing within the Databricks platform. Ensure that data integrity, accuracy, and consistency are maintained across all stages of data handling.
• Strategy and Planning: Assist in developing and defining the QA testing strategy and test plans specifically tailored for continuous data verification and validation.
• Issue Resolution: Identify, document, and track data discrepancies and inconsistencies. Collaborate with development and data engineering teams to facilitate the resolution of issues.
• Quality Standards: Ensure all tests and procedures meet company-wide QA standards and advocate for best practices in manual testing environments.
• Reporting: Provide comprehensive reports on test results, including documentation of detected data anomalies and assessment outcomes.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other QA team members, data engineers, and product managers to ensure seamless integration of new data solutions into existing systems.

Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in testing data migrations, database implementations, and Data Lake environments.
• Familiarity with cloud environments, especially Azure, is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of SQL and experience in writing complex queries for data validation and testing.
• Proficiency in data validation techniques and the ability to identify and troubleshoot data quality issues.
• Experience or familiarity with integrated test automation tools and frameworks.
• Familiarity with performance testing methodologies and tools for assessing database load and system scalability.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail, ensuring high‑quality testing and accurate results.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross‑functional teams.

Person Specification

• Worked in a consumer facing industry (ideally publishing, media or data)
• Able to initiate and deliver test improvement programmes, enhancing ways of working and fundamentals for the team
• Passionate about technology and the quality of solutions we are designing.
• Able to clearly communicate with business and technology stakeholders.
• Attention to Detail, focused on the finer details that make the difference.
• Delivery Focus, pragmatic and driven to get solutions live.
• Able to inspire, providing thought leadership in the testing domain.
• A Proactive attitude. A self starter who seeks out opportunities for yourself and your team.
• Awareness of industry and consumer trends
• Awareness of and the ability to manage business and technology expectations.
• Able to build strong personal relationships and trust.
• Able sell ideas or visions. Influence and advise stakeholders at all levels

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to fostering and promoting an inclusive professional environment for all of our employees, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Diversity and inclusion are integral values of Chambers and Partners and are key in our culture. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, race, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. This commitment applies across all of our employment policies and practices, from recruiting and hiring to training and career development. We support our employees through our internal INSPIRE committee with Executive Sponsors, Chairs and Ambassadors throughout the business promoting knowledge and effecting change. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview.