QA Testing AnalystAs a QA Testing Analyst, you will play an important role in our Quality Assurance efforts. The QA Analyst responsibility is to execute functional and non-functional testing. You will also design, create, execute, and maintain test plans, cases and scripts related to various platforms.Experience with latest tools, best practices, QA methods and SAFe Agile delivery is desired.
Part of the QA Analyst’s responsibilities will also be to help setup best practices for testing software including identifying any automated testing the QA feels would benefit the team.The incumbent in this position is expected to model the following practices on a daily basis: Demonstrate alignment with the company's mission and core business values; Collaborate with key internal/external resources; Participate in ongoing self-development.Essential Functions:Review design specifications to ensure understanding of projectIdentify test requirements from specifications and design testing to ensure coverage of projectDevelop, document, and maintain test cases including data, and scripts usedPerform unit, functional, smoke, integrations, and regression testingHelping define and roll out improvements to testing and quality processesWork towards more efficient ways of testing using the best tools/methodologiesExecute and evaluate manual or automated test cases and report test resultsIdentify any potential quality issues and immediately report to the project teamIsolate, replicate, and report bugs and verify bug fixesKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Ability to create clear, concise detail-oriented test plans/casesAbility to understand and create test plans from specifications or verbal communicationsAbility to communicate with development and project managementAbility to work as part of a dynamic teamStrong communication skills are required (oral and written)Ability to work independently and manage multiple assignments simultaneously.Fluent in the agile mindset. Ability to lead or facilitate discussions, training on tools usage.Perform work independently with little or no direct supervisionBe comfortable working in a matrix environmentDetail-oriented individual with the ability to rapidly learn and take advantage of new concepts, business models, and technologies.Ability to stay focused in a fast-paced, high-energy, challenging environment where there are multiple competing priorities daily.“Get it done” mentality, with the ability to deliver against achievements, regardless of the challenges thrown their way.Education and Experience:Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, or related field preferred but not required4+ years of relevant QA technical experience4+ years of experience testing in finance, commercial, supply chains, Sales, Customer analyticsExperience with API testing, Automation, and MuleSoftUnderstanding of Salesforce, SFDC Architecture & concepts is preferredExperience in Web Services Testing is preferred (but not mandatory)Experience working in a Scrum/Agile environmentSupervisory Responsibilities:NoneTravel:Up to 20% with occasionally overnight stayPhysical Requirements:This position involves extended periods in a stationary position; additionally, occasional movement inside the office to access office machinery, file cabinets, etc.