QA Analyst - H

Mindlance; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A national recruiting company seeks a QA Analyst to ensure quality during the Software Development Life Cycle. The role includes designing test processes, executing tests, and documenting results. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 3 years of experience in QA testing for web applications. Proficiency in SQL and automated testing tools is required. Strong communication skills are essential for collaborating with diverse teams.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in the Technology/IT industry.
• 3 years of QA testing experience on web-based applications.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute end-to-end test processes.
• Prepare effort and cost estimates for test plans.
• Document test results and coordinate issue remediation.

Skills

Proficiency in Project and Software Development Life Cycle Methodologies

Knowledge of automated testing tools and methodologies

Proficient with SQL queries

Excellent communication skills

Ability to manage multiple projects

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

Tools

SOAP UI

Quality Center

Quick Test Professional

Job description

Mindlance is a national recruiting company which partners with many of the leading employers across the country. Feel free to check us out at http://www.mindlance.com.

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY STATEMENT:

The QA Analyst collaborates with Business Analysts and Software Developers to plan and execute quality assurance activities throughout the Software Development Life Cycle. The individual is primarily responsible for driving the quality of applications while ensuring the applications conform to functional requirements. The analyst will have experience creating, executing and analyzing functional tests. The analyst will interact with his or her supervisor as needed, but many activities will require independent thought and decision making. The QA Analyst will be responsible for the support and execution of systems and applications testing including Unit Testing, Integration Testing, Integrated Applications Testing and Regression Testing.

DETAILED RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:

• Design and execution of end to end test processes for complex enterprise solution
• Plan use of automated tools to execute functional testing as required
• Preparation of effort and cost estimates for test plan
• Documentation of test results
• Coordination with the project team to ensure remediation of issues identified during the test process
• Planning and preparation of test environments to ensure test plans can be executed in a timely and efficient manner
• Provision of final sign off for the testing process

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Skills:

• Proficiency in Project and Software Development Life Cycle Methodologies and in automated testing tools and methodologies. Must have a thorough understanding of test strategy and planning, test case development, deployment and execution.
• Thorough knowledge of information systems concepts and terminology.
• Proficiency with testing Web Services using SOAP UI and Web Service Studio
• Ability to effectively manage time, prioritizes work, multiple tasks across many assignments, and creates deliverables with minor supervision.
• Proficiency with SQL queries and data analysis.
• Ability to work with large amounts of complex data in both a batch and interactive environment
• Proven ability to bring complex test plans to timely and effective completion.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple, competing, high-priority projects with varying deadlines
• Able to effectively lead and motivate small project teams.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills to build strong business relationships.

Experience:

• 3 years demonstrated experience in the Technology/IT industry.
• 3 years demonstrated QA testing experience on web-based applications, in addition to experience with development & execution of test scenarios in both small scale and enterprise wide systems.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with Microsoft SQL Server. Able to write queries, understand basic database architecture can incorporate data validation and data mining into test activities
• Experience in use of automated test tools and test management software, preferably Quality Center and Quick Test Professional
• Experience in testing complex business applications and solutions in a quality assurance analyst role
• Experience with international or multi-level marketing business.
• Experience with complex, multi-national application implementations

Additional Information

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