Software Test Analyst

Job: Software Test Analyst 3

Location: Lansing MI - HYBRID

• Interview Process: Virtual, should only be 1 round. Candidates should join from a laptop and be prepared to share their screen if requested.
• Local candidates vs non-local: 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)

Required Skills:

• Minimum of 5 years conducting comprehensive software testing activities, including test planning, test case design, execution, defect documentation, and process analysis to improve quality and reliability.
• Minimum of 5 years creating, refining, and managing test cases and acceptance criteria within Agile development projects, including supporting user story validation and participating in sprint ceremonies.
• Minimum of 2 years 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.
• Minimum of 2 years testing IT solutions designed for public use, including validating functionality, accessibility, performance, and security considerations for customer-facing applications.

Preferred Skills:

• Recommended to have 2 years experience with ADA/WCAG accessibility and compliance testing.
• Recommended to have 2 years experience with reviewing and triaging vulnerability scan results.
• Recommended to have 1 year experience working with systems or programs governed by state and/or federal regulations, ensuring quality practices support compliance requirements..

The QA Tester will work closely with DTMB teams and project stakeholders to:

• 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.

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