Quality Assurance Analyst (Salesforce)

We are looking for a Quality Assurance Analyst to ensure the quality assurance of enterprise systems, focusing on Salesforce-based applications and data modernization initiatives.

Job title: Quality Assurance Analyst

Duration: 7+ Months (Extendable)

Location: Trenton, NJ (Hybrid)

Client: Direct

Local candidates to New Jersey Only

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Create functional and non-functional test cases and acceptance criteria for Salesforce Lightning components, custom objects, and automated flows
• Execute functional, regression, and integration testing, including Salesforce and external data platform integrations (e.g., Snowflake, AWS)
• Document and evaluate test results within Agile management tools (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps)
• Detect and log program bugs, such as validation rule failures and integration bottlenecks
• Work with developers to troubleshoot errors and verify fixes in sandbox environments
• Develop test procedures, training materials, and documentation for end-user testing and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) sessions
• Implement appropriate testing strategies, including manual and automated testing for Salesforce UI and API layers
• Collaborate with Salesforce Architects and Data Engineers on security requirements and customer-facing issues
• Participate in Agile development practices, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives

Required Skills:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related technical field
• 5+ years of experience in software quality assurance
• Proficiency in manual testing, including system, integration, and regression testing
• 4+ years of Salesforce platform testing experience (e.g., Lightning, Flows, Objects)
• Strong knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies
• Proficiency in defect tracking tools like Jira or Azure DevOps
• Experience in API testing tools such as Postman or SoapUI
• Expertise in test case design and documentation

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of data validation and SQL (e.g., Snowflake or similar platforms)
• Experience with test automation tools like Playwright, Selenium, or Copado
• Skills in UAT coordination and business analysis
• Familiarity with public sector standards, including accessibility (Section 508) and data privacy requirements
• Experience managing test data and deployments across Salesforce Sandbox environments