Senior Test Analyst Data Migration (SC Cleared):

• Contract Duration: ASAP - expected to be 12-18 months
• Rate: £400 per day inside IR35
• Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland
• Job Type: Contract, Hybrid (3 days a week in Belfast Office)
• Mandatory: SC Clearance active

We are seeking a Senior Test Analyst for a Data Migration project. This is a new role within the Test and Validation Department, starting in early November and expected to last 12-18 months. The successful candidate will have to be based in Northern Ireland and will work three days a week from the Belfast office.

Day-to-day of the role

• Conduct thorough data analysis and reconciliation to ensure accuracy and integrity of data migration.
• Utilise strong SQL skills to manage data effectively, particularly with Postgres JSON/JSONB operators and functions.
• Work with various AWS services such as S3, QuickSight, and Glue to manage and analyse data.
• Validate data formats using JSON/Parquet and ensure compatibility with JSON/Avro schemas.
• Use tools like Postman for API testing and PowerShell for scripting and automation tasks.
• Collaborate with team members to identify issues and develop solutions in the data migration process.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Strong SQL skills, especially with Postgres JSON/JSONB operators and functions.
• Proven experience in data analysis and reconciliation, ideally with an ETL background.
• Must already hold SC clearance as part of the application process.

Highly Desirable Skills

• Basic understanding of AWS services (S3, QuickSight, Glue).
• Experience with JSON/Parquet validation and familiarity with JSON/Avro schemas.
• Proficiency in using Postman.
• Familiarity with PowerShell.