Contract QA Analyst – Java, DB2/Postgres Expert in Atlanta

Padmore Global Connections LLC; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Padmore Global Connections LLC, located in the Atlanta area, is seeking a skilled Quality Analyst (Tester) to analyze requirements, write test cases, and validate results for Java-based applications. The role requires familiarity with IBM/DELL mainframe environments and hands-on use of Jira to manage test activities.

The candidate will develop detailed test plans, execute tests across distributed platforms, verify data with DB2 and Postgres, and document findings for production deployment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in testing Java programs.
• Proven experience with DB2 and Postgres, including queries and data verification.
• Solid understanding of the full software development life cycle, including writing and executing test cases and integration testing.
• Ability to troubleshoot, test, and debug computer software to produce required outcomes.
• Strong analytical skills to support data analysis and reporting.
• Experience in preparing comprehensive documentation for program- and user-level.
• Excellent communication skills to obtain user sign-off before production.
• Capability to follow organization guidelines for checking out source code and migrations.
• Commitment to enhancing software for improved efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Analyzing business requirements and developing detailed test plans, scenarios and cases; perform testing for Java programs on distributed platforms.
• Strong experience with database technologies such as Postgres and DB2, including queries and data verification.
• Execute test program changes, update test files, run tests, review results, and ensure accuracy of program changes per requirements.
• Hands-on experience in Jira tool.
• Prepare both program-level and user-level documentation to support the SDLC.
• Organize and guide teams to reach testing goals within deadlines with candor and collaboration.

Skills

Java testing

DB2

Postgres

SDLC understanding

Troubleshooting

Data analysis

Documentation

Communication

Process compliance

Quality improvement

Tools

Jira

Job description

Padmore Global Connections LLC, located in the Atlanta area, is seeking a skilled Quality Analyst (Tester) to analyze requirements, write test cases, and validate results for Java-based applications. The role requires familiarity with IBM/DELL mainframe environments and hands-on use of Jira to manage test activities.

The candidate will develop detailed test plans, execute tests across distributed platforms, verify data with DB2 and Postgres, and document findings for production deployment.