QA Automation Analyst II - Drive Quality at Scale

Liquidity Services, Inc.; United States; Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Liquidity Services is seeking a Quality Assurance Analyst to lead test planning, development, and execution for our enterprise-scale software solutions. You will implement automated testing using C# and Java, develop automation scripts, and build dashboards to report test results to stakeholders.

The role emphasizes working across multiple projects, strong backend testing, and collaboration in a virtual environment with a focus on quality throughout the software lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field is required.
• Strong manual back-end testing experience including database, data feeds, scheduled jobs/batch processing.
• Experience with Agile, Waterfall, Kanban development lifecycles.

Responsibilities

• Implement automated testing using C# / Java and/or related technologies.
• Develop and verify automation test cases to build a system to support automation of unit, functional, performance, security, and integration testing.
• Work independently and as a member of the delivery team, developing and maintaining test automation scripts.
• Build dashboards for viewing test results, metrics, and other relevant testing information for appropriate project stakeholders.
• Ensure that quality processes are carried out through all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle
• Work concurrently on multiple projects, each with specific instructions that may differ from project to project.
• Develop thorough understanding of system design, data model, and functional components of large software systems.
• Actively works with other testers to gain insight and accept or provide guidance where appropriate.
• Perform application analysis, test strategy development, test case creation, test execution, defect tracking and reporting on Enterprise-level applications.
• Ability to write some SQL queries as well as simple HTML and CSS
• Participate in post-production implementation verification.

Skills

Test planning

Automation testing

C# / Java

SQL

API testing

Selenium/JUnit/Katalon

Postman

Communication

Analytical thinking

Defect tracking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Katalon

JUnit

Selenium

Postman

Job description

Liquidity Services (NASDAQ: LQDT) operates the world’s largest B2B e-commerce marketplace platform for surplus assets, with over $15 billion in completed transactions to more than 6 million qualified buyers worldwide and 15,000 corporate and government sellers. It supports its clients’ sustainability efforts by helping them extend the life of assets, prevent unnecessary waste and carbon emissions, and reduce the number of products headed to landfills.

Job Description

The Quality Assurance Analyst will provide project test planning, test development, test execution, release test planning, and various service activities within the Quality Assurance group.

Responsibilities

• Implement automated testing using C# /JAVA and/or related technologies.
• Develop and verify automation test cases to build a system to support automation of unit, functional, performance, security, and integration testing.
• Work independently and as a member of the delivery team, developing and maintaining test automation scripts.
• Build dashboards for viewing test results, metrics, and other relevant testing information for appropriate project stakeholders.
• Ensure that quality processes are carried out through all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle
• Work concurrently on multiple projects, each with specific instructions that may differ from project to project.
• Develop thorough understanding of system design, data model, and functional components of large software systems.
• Actively works with other testers to gain insight and accept or provide guidance where appropriate.
• Perform application analysis, test strategy development, test case creation, test execution, defect tracking and reporting on Enterprise-level applications.
• Ability to write some SQL queries as well as simple HTML and CSS
• Participate in post-production implementation verification.

Qualifications

Education/ Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field is required.
• Strong manual back-end testing experience including database, data feeds, scheduled jobs/batch processing
• Working experience in development life cycle methodologies (e.g. Agile, Waterfall, KanBan).

Skills:

• Familiarity with writing test cases in Katalon, Junit, OR Selenium.
• Working knowledge of Postman and Postman automation for API testing
• Ability to construct basic SQL queries for data validation.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills in a virtual environment
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to analyze complex system requirements and define test cases.
• Proficiency with test management and defect tracking tools
• Thorough understanding of the development life cycle, including the various stages of testing
• Experience with performance, security, and/or accessibility testing is a plus.

Ability:

• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong backend testing experience

Work Conditions/ Physical Demands:

• Normal office environment
• The employee must be able to frequently use a computer, keyboard, mouse, and other standard office equipment, as well as communicate effectively with colleagues, customers, and business partners. Occasional lifting of office materials or equipment up to 15 pounds may be required.

Travel:

• 0-10% Travel

Compensation is determined by various factors such as location, education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as internal and external equity and organizational needs. Additionally, this role is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

The salary range for this position is $76,000 to $95,000 annually. The posted range reflects our national average range for the job. We may ultimately pay more or less than the published range based on the factors mentioned above. This range may be modified in the future.

At Liquidity Services, we provide a comprehensive benefits package that supports our employees' well-being and provides growth opportunities and career development. Our offerings include:

• Competitive wages
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional development and tuition assistance

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Liquidity Services Inc. reserves the right to modify position duties at any time due to business necessity.

Liquidity Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Info

• Job Identification 344
• Job Category IT - Engineering & Development