Quality Assurance Testing Analyst IV- Remote

Quality Assurance Testing Analyst IV
Remote (CST/EST)
5- month contract
$55.00-$62.00/hr.

We are seeking a Quality Assurance Testing Analyst to support the application development organization by independently conducting highly complex software testing activities with significant impact aimed to improve the functionality of applications systems across the organization. This position may serve as a lead for a small team, contributing to technical skill and knowledge development.

Key Responsibilities

• Leads the creation of comprehensive and well-structured test plans and test case scenarios for new and existing products
• Independently performs manual testing of applications and translates results into actions in collaboration with management
• Analyzes test data to determine pain points and recommend improvements or modifications to better meet customer needs
• Maintains documentation for testing activities and cases, ensuring team compliance to internal policies and procedures
• Collaborates with teams to identify process improvement strategies and develop effective testing solutions
• Creates and maintains quality metrics
• Collaborates with peers to create parameters and comparison data for improved accuracy Independently performs post-production validation
• Assists with coordinating non-functional testing activities, including performance testing, concert testing, and pen testing
• Remains abreast of trends in testing tools and strategies
• Leads complex testing projects as a subject matter expert
• Relies on experience and judgement to perform job duties without supervision or direction
• Collaborates with management in determining technical knowledge pain points and developing training plans
• Offers advice and guidance to junior analysts, assisting in developing business/technical knowledge, analytical skills, and case management skills

Required Skills

• High School Diploma or GED and twelve (12) years of quality experience Or Bachelor's degree in related field and eight (8) years of quality experience
• Experience with Deluxe TRIPS Exception Manager.
• Experience in bank deposit operations, item processing, exceptions processing, or related financial operations.
• Familiarity with financial services or banking technology environments.
• Advanced knowledge of software implementation methodologies
• Advanced knowledge of test case design and strategy
• Advanced knowledge of test management tools such as Azure DevOps, qTest, or Application Lifecycle Management (ALM)