This role sits within Deltatre’s QA function, supporting the OTT and digital products that power major sports and entertainment platforms worldwide. The team holds the line on quality across the software development lifecycle — from test design through release sign-off — for products used by millions of consumers across web, mobile, and connected TV.
As Senior Manual Test Analyst, you will combine hands-on testing with strategic thinking and team leadership. You will design and execute test cases, drive regression and release testing, mentor junior and mid-level QA engineers, and contribute to the QA processes and standards that scale across the function.
Qualifications & Experience
- 5+ years’ relevant experience in software quality assurance
- Deep understanding of QA methodologies, testing types, and defect management
- Demonstrated experience working in Agile / Scrum environments
- Demonstrated experience mentoring or guiding junior and mid-level QA engineers
- Clear analytical and problem-solving skills
- Clear communication and collaboration abilities
- Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
- Fluent written and spoken English
Preferred Skills
- Experience managing estimations and contributing to effort planning
- Demonstrated ability to identify, assess, and manage QA-related risks
- Experience with test automation tools (Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, or similar)
- Experience with performance testing (JMeter, Gatling, or comparable)
- Experience defining or contributing to automation or performance testing strategies
- Hands-on experience designing, updating, and executing automation and/or performance tests
- Background in streaming, OTT, or media technology
Key Responsibilities
- Design, update, and review test cases, ensuring strong test coverage
- Execute test cases for user stories and features
- Perform regression, smoke, and sanity testing
- Conduct exploratory testing to identify unexpected issues
- Report defects clearly and track them through resolution
- Retest fixed issues to ensure quality and stability
- Analyse test failures, identify root causes, and provide timely feedback to the team
- Collaborate closely with developers, Product Owners, Business Analysts, and Test Leads to clarify requirements and acceptance criteria
- Participate in backlog refinements, sprint planning, release planning, and other Agile ceremonies
- Attend technical reviews and workshops, providing QA input and feedback
- Raise questions, suggest improvements, and escalate risks or blockers when needed
- Act as a QA point of contact for stakeholders and support client communication when required
- Guide and support junior and mid-level QA engineers
- Provide coaching on technical topics, testing approaches, and best practices
- Organise and deliver knowledge-sharing sessions and technical training
- Contribute to evaluation reviews and team development
- Provide task estimations and contribute to sprint planning
- Identify risks and communicate them proactively
- Distribute and coordinate testing activities within the team
- Track testing progress and ensure alignment with project timelines
- Coordinate with PMs, BAs, and Dev Leads on priorities and deliverables
- Support resource planning and contribute to longer-term QA planning
- Contribute to defining and improving QA processes and standards
- Ensure adherence to QA practices within the team
- Track and improve test coverage and quality metrics
- Lead regression and release testing efforts; provide QA sign-off
- Maintain test documentation and wiki pages
- Prepare and review weekly, sprint, and monthly QA reports; provide clear status updates to Test Leads and QA Managers.
Company Profile
Deltatre is a global leader in sports and entertainment technology, providing digital, broadcast, and data solutions to some of the worlds biggest leagues, federations, and media companies. The company specializes in streaming platforms, fan engagement tools, and content management systems that enhance the viewing experience. With career opportunities in software engineering, design, and operations, Deltatre emphasizes innovation, scalability, and cutting-edge technology in delivering immersive digital experiences.
