QA Analyst (Automation)

J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc.; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and innovative firm where you can make a significant impact in quality assurance! This exciting role focuses on developing and executing quality assurance plans for cutting-edge applications, ensuring high standards of safety and compliance. You'll work with a collaborative team of developers and product managers, utilizing the latest technologies in a remote-friendly environment. If you're passionate about technology and quality, this is the perfect opportunity to grow your skills and contribute to meaningful projects that protect people and businesses across North America.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

Annual Profit Sharing

17 PTO Days

8 Paid Company Holidays

1 Paid Floating Holiday

Work/Life Balance & Flex Time

Annual Learning & Development Subscriptions

Computer Equipment Provided for Home Office

Qualifications

• 2+ years in software/web-based QA with strong API and automated testing skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Technology or related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute QA plans, test strategies, and procedures.
• Perform workload analysis and assess test coverage for web applications.

Skills

Quality Assurance

API Testing

Automated Testing

Mobile Testing

Problem-Solving Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Technology

Associate's Degree with Experience

Tools

MS Office Suite

SQL

Windows

IIS

Job description

Requisition #: 19739
Functional Area: Quality Assurance; Software Development
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Options: Remote / Work from Home in the US #LI-Remote
Work Hours: Standard Business Hours

Join one of J. J. Keller's fastest growing business units as we protect people and the businesses they run! This NEW QA role is part of our Outsource Services area in Managed Services, where we provide services to help customers manage their safety and regulatory compliance programs. These services are heavily technology-enabled with development teams building internal-facing and external-facing applications to support service delivery.

The purpose of this newly created QA position is to develop and execute quality assurance plans, test strategies and procedures for assigned software products and/or services. This position will be working on applications that are heavy client facing with 70% automation.

Why work at J. J. Keller?

• Latest MS tech stack: Our projects use the latest MS tech stack, Microservices, CI/CD, Automated Testing, Cloud Architecture and Predictive Analytics / AI / ML.
• Emerging technologies: We strive to keep current with emerging technologies to prevent platforms from slipping into the dreaded “legacy applications” category.
• Native solutions: Our 200+ Developers are building J. J. Keller’s line of native cloud robust solutions (web/mobile/IoT) from the ground up. They are passionate about technology, growing their skills and doing meaningful work.
• User-centered focus: Although we still have some proprietary applications, we’re continually evolving our technology footprint to provide a better, more intuitive user experience for our customers.
• Collaborative environment: The average software development team has 7-10 Developers who work closely with our QA’s and a dedicated Product Management team (Product Owner, Business Analyst & UI/UX resource).
• 80% Remote: We’ve embraced remote work for many years – long before the pandemic – so you can work remotely and feel confident in joining our remote culture.

Job Responsibilities

• Develops QA plans, test strategies and procedures.
• Performs workload analysis and reviews and assesses test coverage.
• Develops test scenarios, test cases and test procedures for web-based applications. Establishes and maintains test data sets.
• Executes test plans and coordinates test activities with others with regard to QA procedures.
• Verifies test results, analyzes defects and submits change requests.
• Promotes a consistent testing methodology and ensures that prescribed QA practices and methods are utilized throughout entire QA process.

Qualifications

Experience:

• 2+ years software or web-based quality assurance experience.
• Prior test case creation experience.
• API Testing experience in both manual and automation is required.
• Experience with Automated Testing is required.
• Any experience with Mobile Testing is a plus.
• Basic understanding of software development methodologies and practices.

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Technology or business-related field.
• In lieu of the Bachelor's degree, an Associate's degree in a related field combined with two years of additional related experience may be considered.

Computer Skills:

• Must be proficient in the use of a PC and MS Office Suite.
• Basic understanding of relational databases (SQL), web technologies, Windows and IIS.

Other Requirements:

• Strong analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to function both independently and as part of a team focused on specific deliverables and objectives.

We Protect People & The Businesses They Run

Every associate at J. J. Keller makes a difference by creating safer, more respectful workplaces. Whether serving our customers directly with expertise in safety and regulatory compliance or supporting the business with specialized skills, together we contribute to better workplaces for people across North America.

J. J. Keller provides a competitive benefit package which includes the following (eligibility requirements apply):

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match + Annual Profit Sharing
• 17 PTO Days + 8 Paid Company Holidays + 1 Paid Floating Holiday
• Work/Life Balance & Flex Time
• Annual Learning & Development Subscriptions
• Computer Equipment Provided for Home Office

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J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.