Quality Analyst

Fairfax, VA, US • Posted 5 hours ago • Updated 5 hours ago
Contract W2
Contract Independent
6 Months
Travel Required
On-site
Depends on Experience
Fitment

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Skills

  • Agile
  • Automated Testing
  • API QA
  • Java
  • JIRA
  • SQL
  • Test Cases
  • Information Technology
  • Performance Testing
  • Functional Requirements
  • Database
  • Test Management
  • Test Plans

Summary

We are seeking a Quality Analyst (QA Analyst) to ensure the quality and reliability of software applications through comprehensive testing and validation. The ideal candidate will be responsible for creating test plans, executing test cases, identifying defects, and working closely with development and business teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Analyze business and functional requirements.
  • Create detailed test plans, test scenarios, and test cases.
  • Perform functional, regression, integration, system, and user acceptance testing.
  • Execute manual and/or automated test scripts.
  • Identify, document, track, and verify software defects.
  • Collaborate with developers, Business Analysts, and project stakeholders.
  • Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
  • Validate bug fixes and ensure successful deployment.
  • Prepare test reports and communicate testing status to stakeholders.
  • Ensure adherence to quality standards and best practices.

Required Skills

< data-start="1236" data-end="1255">Testing Skills
  • Manual Testing
  • Functional Testing
  • Regression Testing
  • Integration Testing
  • System Testing
  • User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
  • Defect Tracking and Management
< data-start="1420" data-end="1445">Tools & Technologies
  • Experience with Jira for defect tracking
  • Experience with Confluence
  • Knowledge of SQL for database validation
  • Familiarity with API testing tools such as Postman
  • Experience with test management tools
  • Understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies

Preferred Skills

  • Automation testing experience using:
    • Selenium
    • Cypress
    • Playwright
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines
  • Basic knowledge of Java, Python, or JavaScript
  • Experience with performance testing tools

Qualifications

  • Bachelor''s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field.
  • 3–7+ years of Quality Assurance or Software Testing experience.
  • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
  • Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
  • Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams.
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  • Dice Id: 10115823
  • Position Id: 9004203
  • Posted 5 hours ago
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