Quality Assurance Tester

Job#: 2091761

Job Description:

Apex Systems is a world class technology services business that incorporates industry or insights and experience to deliver solutions that fulfill our clients' digital visions.

Apex has an opportunity for a Quality Assurance Tester. For applicants who are interested in this opportunity, send your updated resume to Mike Konjoian, Account Manager, at .

Here are the details:

Position: Quality Assurance Tester

Location:100 Hancock Street Quincy, MA (1 day / month)

Duration: 2-3 year contract

**Candidates Must Already Sit Locally In New England**

Rate: Negotiable Based on Experience

PROGRAM OVERVIEW:

The Executive Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS) IT team is seeking a skilled and motivated Quality Assurance (QA) to support the Local Public Health Data Solution implementation project. This role is critical in ensuring the accuracy, reliability, and quality of the product. The QA Analyst will collaborate with developers, business analysts, and the quality assurance manager to validate system functionality, safeguard data integrity, track issues, and contribute to the continuous improvement of the applications.

DETAILED LIST OF JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES:

• Develop, execute, and document detailed test plans and test cases for new and existing software features.
• Perform functional, integration, regression and user acceptance testing across multiple work streams with a focus on data integrity and validation.
• Test configurations, workflows, and integrations with external data sources.
• Test across roles and permissions to validate privacy and security.
• Log, track, and manage defects using Zephyr and Jira, ensuring timely resolution and clear communication with development teams.
• Create and maintain clear, comprehensive testing documentation and records.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to support User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and ensure testing activities align with project goals and timelines.
• Provide actionable feedback to improve product usability, performance, and reliability.
• Stay current with QA best practices, tools, and emerging testing approaches, including opportunities for test automation.

Qualifications

Required:

• 2 - 4 years of professional experience in software quality assurance or testing (or equivalent training/education).
• Demonstrated experience in test planning, execution, and defect management.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify inconsistencies and edge cases.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting while maintaining strong collaboration with team members.
• Desire and capacity to learn new systems, tools, and processes quickly.

Preferred:

• Solid understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies.
• Experience testing web-based applications and APIs.
• Experience with data validation testing across integrated systems.
• Experience with Salesforce testing (configuration, workflows, and data integrations)
• Hands-on experience using Zephyr and Jira for test management and defect tracking.
• Familiarity with public health, healthcare, or government IT projects

Work Environment:

• Full-time hybrid position combining on-site collaboration with remote work (specific schedule to be determined)
• Requires reliable internet connection and ability to participate in virtual meetings.
• Attendance at periodic in-person meetings and workshops required.
• Collaborative, mission-driven environment focused on improving public health services and outcomes across the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.