Remote QA Analyst — Public Safety Software Testing

Harris Computer; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Computer is seeking a Quality Assurance Analyst to create and execute comprehensive test plans for new features, fixes, and integrations. You will document defects, coordinate with developers and product owners, and communicate release notes for stakeholders.

Ideal candidates have strong attention to detail, experience with SQL and Jira, and the ability to work remotely within a nationwide team. This role supports continuous QA improvement and relies on collaboration with multiple teams.

Qualifications

• Experience testing software applications, creating and executing test cases, validating expected results, documenting defects clearly, and applying strong attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to write clear defect reports, release notes, and customer-facing documentation.
• Ability to work effectively with developers, support staff, product stakeholders, and other cross-functional team members.
• Strong knowledge of PC and LAN environments, primarily using Windows Server and Windows operating systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to use software tools for data entry, analysis, documentation, presentations, and calculations.
• Ability to manage priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently in a remote team environment.

Responsibilities

• Create, maintain, and execute test plans, test cases, and test scripts for new features, bug fixes, integrations, customer scenarios, and release validation.
• Document, investigate, reproduce, track, and validate software defects, enhancement requests, and customer-reported issues in collaboration with developers, product owners, support staff, and other stakeholders.
• Communicate release changes through clear release notes and demonstrations of new features for customers, peers, and internal stakeholders.
• Use approved AI-assisted tools, where appropriate, to support test planning, defect analysis, documentation, and release note drafting.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of QA processes, testing standards, documentation, and release readiness practices.

Skills

Test planning

Defect tracking

Communication

Windows OS

Office suite

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Criminal Justice, or related field

Tools

SQL

Jira

Test management tools

Job description

Harris Computer is seeking a Quality Assurance Analyst to create and execute comprehensive test plans for new features, fixes, and integrations. You will document defects, coordinate with developers and product owners, and communicate release notes for stakeholders.

Ideal candidates have strong attention to detail, experience with SQL and Jira, and the ability to work remotely within a nationwide team. This role supports continuous QA improvement and relies on collaboration with multiple teams.