Test Analyst

IO Datasphere, Inc.; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 58,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking a Test Analyst to ensure quality for public-facing applications serving Michigan residents. The role emphasizes testing breadth—from test planning to UAT—and requires strong communication with agency partners and management.

The position supports DTMB standards, collaborates with the QA/BA team, and works on-site in Lansing, with a 1-year duration and a C2C pay model.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software testing experience across various testing types.
• Experience creating and refining test cases and acceptance criteria in Agile projects.
• Experience communicating testing impacts with senior management.
• Experience testing IT solutions for public use and compliance considerations.
• Knowledge of ADA/WCAG accessibility testing a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, execute, and maintain test plans, cases, and scripts.
• Perform functional, regression, integration, and UAT testing.
• Identify, document, and track defects with clear communication.
• Validate changes to support DTMB standards and goals.
• Participate in meetings, provide testing perspective on requirements.
• Support QA/BA team in ongoing project activities.

Skills

Software testing

Agile

Communication

Test planning

Defect management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Client Name Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR)

Requisition 166890

Location Lansing, MI

Duration 1 year

Due Date 10/26/2026

C2C Possible Yes. Rate range is $42-48 C2C

Interview Method Webcam

NOTE: Open to local candidates or those that are willing to relocate. Resources that relocate must be ready to work on-site from day one and must relocate at their own expense (non-negotiable). On site Wednesdays and Thursdays. Candidates MUST be located within the State of Michigan on remote workdays. No remote-only option available. We can accept H1b, H4, TN and other valid work visas for IT. However we cannot accept OPT or CPT visas at this time.

Description:

Our client is looking for a Test Analyst to provide exceptional customer service and testing support primarily for project needs. This role focuses on ensuring the quality, accuracy, and reliability of enhancements and technology updates for a public-facing applications that provide services to the residence of Michigan.

Tasks

• Develop, execute, and maintain test plans, test cases, and test scripts.
• Perform functional, regression, integration, and user acceptance testing.
• Identify, document, and track defects, ensuring clear communication and timely resolution.
• Validate system changes and enhancements to support agency goals and compliance with DTMB standards.
• Participate in project meetings, provide input on requirements from a testing perspective, and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Additionally, this role serves as a key member of the Agency Services QA/BA team, contributing to various support requests and operational team activities.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Clear and concise written and verbal communication is crucial to success and productivity in this role Demonstrate strong customer service and communication skills.
• Help guide agency partners through processes, policies, and quality standards.
• Quickly learn new applications, workflows, and project contexts.
• Be self-directed, well organized, and confident in building strong working relationships.
• Adapt easily to shifting priorities, changing project needs, and evolving agency requirements.
• Detail oriented, collaborative, analytical, and committed to delivering high quality technology outcomes

Skills Required

• 5+ years - Experience conducting comprehensive software testing activities, including test planning, test case design, execution, defect documentation, and process analysis to improve quality and reliability.
• 5+ years - Experience creating, refining, and managing test cases and acceptance criteria within Agile development projects, including supporting user story validation and participating in sprint ceremonies.
• 2+ years - Experience working directly with senior management to communicate testing impacts, facilitate discussions on quality strategy, contribute to risk assessments, and gain alignment on testing approaches and defect resolution.
• 2+ years - Experience testing IT solutions designed for public use, including validating functionality, accessibility, performance, and security considerations for customer-facing applications.
• Bachelor's Degree in a related field
• 2 years - Experience with ADA/WCAG accessibility and compliance testing.
• 2 years - Experience with reviewing and triaging vulnerability scan results.
• 1 year - Experience working with systems or programs governed by state and/or federal regulations, ensuring quality practices support compliance requirements.