Software Test Analyst

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Software Test Analyst

We are seeking a Software Test Analyst to join our team. The selected candidate will work a hybrid schedule consisting of two (2) days each week onsite in Lansing MI (Mondays and Tuesdays) and three (3) days each week remotely.

Position Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Software Test Analyst to support software testing and quality assurance activities for technology initiatives and ongoing application enhancements. The contractor will work closely with IT development business analysts project teams and business stakeholders to ensure applications and system changes meet defined requirements and quality standards.
The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented analytical and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and deadlines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute test plans test cases and test scenarios based on business and technical requirements.
• Perform functional regression integration system and user acceptance testing.
• Review requirements and identify gaps inconsistencies and potential quality risks.
• Document prioritize and track defects through resolution.
• Collaborate with developers and business stakeholders to troubleshoot and validate fixes.
• Create comprehensive code coverage with the creation of automated test banks and automated regression test banks that are repeatable.
• Create comprehensive metrics and quality of tests against requirements.
• Perform data validation and reconciliation including SQL queries as needed.
• Test system integrations interfaces APIs and application workflows.
• Conduct regression testing following application changes and releases.
• Support deployment and production validation activities.
• Maintain testing documentation results and defect tracking records.
• Provide regular status updates regarding testing progress defects risks and outstanding issues.
• Participate in project meetings requirements reviews and release planning.
• Recommend process improvements to increase testing efficiency and application quality.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree
• 7 years of experience in IT quality assurance software testing systems analyst.
• 5 Hands-on experience developing and executing test cases.
• 5 Experience identifying documenting and tracking software defects.
• 5 Experience with Jira Azure DevOps ServiceNow or similar testing/defect management platforms.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet project deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with SQL and database testing.
• Experience testing APIs and system integrations.
• Experience with automated testing tools.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
• Experience with web-based and enterprise applications.
• Knowledge of SDLC and software testing methodologies.
• Experience supporting large-scale IT projects or system implementations.

*** Please note that any false information on your resume or application could lead to the offer being withdrawn or even termination after hire.***