Test Analyst Jobs

STAND 8 is a global leader providing end-to-end IT Solutions. We solve business problems through PEOPLE, PROCESS, and TECHNOLOGY and are looking for individuals to help us scale software projects designed to change the world!

The Test Analyst plans, designs, manages, executes and reports on testing using appropriate testing tools and techniques conforming to agreed process standards as defined by Service Transition & Validation.

The purpose of testing is to ensure that new and amended systems, configurations, packages, or services, together with any interfaces, perform as specified (including security requirements). Testing includes the process of using and maintaining test ware (test cases, test scripts, test reports, test plans, etc.) to measure and improve the quality of the software being tested. The Test Analyst works to determine the accuracy and integrity of systems within their portfolio through drafting and execution of efficient test plans, test cases, automated testing scripts, and test scenarios. They will draft, track, modify, and execute testing plans, test cases, automated test scripts, and test scenarios. The Test Analyst must have a thorough understanding of the business, functional, and technical aspects of the applications used within that portfolio. They will work with testing tools, report on testing metrics, and extend the use of technology in testing.

Tools

• Azure is very nice to have
• MS Dynamics is very nice to have for web frameworks
• Azure DevOps
• Microsoft visual studio framework testing is nice to have
• International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB) Foundation Certification is nice to have
• Testing web code and different test frameworks

Responsibilities

• Execute test and reviews test data within specified scheduled dates.
• Utilize all test processes, including test plans, test deliverables and traceability.
• Design, develop and execute reusable and maintainable automated scripts using available tools.
• Take responsibility for integrity of testing and acceptance activities and coordinate the execution of these activities.
• Identify process improvements and contribute to corporate testing standards and definition of best practice.
• Participate in triage process, fully reproducing issues, communicating workarounds, developing missing test scenarios and validating fixes; accurately submitting and maintaining defects in the appropriate repository.
• Performs data mapping and data analysis. Creates data mapping and data visualization documents.
• Participate in peer review of software development cycle deliverables.
• Assist in Management of business/client relationships with respect to testing matters.
• Organize and conduct user acceptance and release testing of the software.
• Recommend functional and non-functional testing standards and implement same within the software test cycle.
• Work closely with Programmers and Business Analysts to resolve technical, design and functional issues.
• Understand business, functional and technical aspects of applications in assigned portfolio.
• Create and conduct REST & SOAP Web Service tests using SoapUI, REST API clients.
• Prepare and submit reports on work progress on a regular basis.
• Ensure that testing activities will allow applications to meet business requirements and systems goals, fulfill end-user requirements.
• Ensure cohesive integration of test and development activities.
• Define and communicate the test strategy for the initiative.
• Assist in monitoring unit testing and preliminary integration testing by programmers.
• Plan testing at different stages within the development cycle, including formulation of testing objectives and quality criteria, development of testing strategy and testing approach.
• Prepare effort estimation.
• Manage the complete test cycle of software development from requirements testing to user acceptance and release testing.
• Design and develop test cases in consultation with programmers and Business Analyst based on requirements specifications and design description.
• On-Call and/or after-hours work required.

Essential Competencies
Professionalism/Personal Accountability, Collaboration and Teamwork, Communication, Flexible and Adapts to Change, Service to Customers and Clients

Skill Qualifications

Required:

• Experience leading user acceptance testing
• Experience with at least 2 defect tracking tools (e.g., HP ALM, Bugzilla, PVCS Tracker, ClearQuest, Team Track) and 1 test management tool (e.g., HP ALM)
• Proficiency in software testing techniques, testing tools, incident/defect tracking systems and other test-support tools
• Experience in functional analysis, testing, verification, and validation
• Data analysis and presentation skills
• Experience in estimating testing efforts
• Experience in testing in Agile, Waterfall, and Hybrid environments
• Technical understanding of the digital platform, cloud applications, web services, server-side components and APIs
• Effectively resolves conflicts
• Data analysis skills including ability to perform intermediate SQL queries
• Proficiency in scripting test cases and defining test data sets
• Competency in Microsoft applications including Visio, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook. Advanced Excel skills required
• Effectively participates in teams and moves toward completion of goals
• Strong Analytical skills
• Excellent listening, interpersonal, written, and oral communication
• Experience in client/server, web-based systems, and/or mainframe environments
• Experience with Scripting languages.

Education and Experience Qualifications
Required:

• BS or BA with emphasis in computer science, information systems or business administration
• 5 or more years related work experience

Preferred:

• International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB) Foundation Certification a plus

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $69,000-$105,000. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.