IT - Software Quality Analyst

Job#: 3028015

Job Description:
IT - Software Quality Analyst

Location: Memphis, Tennessee (hybrid-3 days on-site, 2 days work from home)

Employment Type: 12-month contract with a strong chance of extension (will be working on a W2)

Role Overview

We are seeking a Software Quality Analyst for a 12-month contract position. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and executing automated tests for a full solution stack, including UI, application layer, and REST APIs. This role requires collaboration with developers, QA analysts, and product managers to ensure comprehensive test coverage and contribute to enterprise test automation frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop automated test frameworks and scripts for UI using Selenium with Java and for REST APIs using Rest Assured and TestNG.
• Integrate automated test suites into CI/CD pipelines using tools like Bamboo and Git Hub.
• Participate in test planning, test case design, defect reporting, and root cause analysis using JIRA.
• Identify, document, and validate bug fixes in a clear and concise manner.
• Build and implement SQL queries to validate databases using automation tools.
• Provide accurate estimates for test strategy, design, and execution work.
• Collaborate with developers, QA analysts, and product managers to understand requirements.
• As needed, coordinate activities between US and remote testing teams.

Required Qualifications

Technical Skills:

• Experience in automation using Selenium Java, Rest Assured, and other Web UI automation tools.
• Ability to code in Java, JavaScript, and SQL to automate tests.
• Experience with test frameworks and tools such as Junit, TestNG, Appium, Cucumber, and Postman.
• Knowledge of CI/CD tools like Bamboo and source code management with Git/Bitbucket.
• Familiarity with Page Object Model (POM) and Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) using Gherkin.
• Experience with cloud testing, mobile automation testing, and AWS cloud deployment technologies.
• Proficiency with IDEs such as Eclipse or IntelliJ.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Docker.
• Experience with Selenium Grid for parallel test execution.
• Knowledge of Extent Reports 2.0.
• Front-end UI experience in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

Compensation & Benefits

The pay rate for this position is $50-$54/hour. Apex Systems offers weekly pay. Please note that as a contract employee, you may be eligible for benefits such as health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a 401k plan, with an employee contribution.

Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

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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.

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 uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

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.