Manual QA Analyst in Agility Partners

About this RoleAgility Partners is seeking qualified applicants to fill an open Manual QA Analyst position working for an energy company that is focused on going green! This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in all phases of software development, from requirements definition to production releases. You will be embedded in a cross-function team of analysts, developers, product managers, and testing staff, collectively striving to quickly deliver high-quality, high-value software.Work closely with product management, business analysts, and developers to understand features and create a robust, comprehensive test strategy to verify functionality Create test scenarios, test cases, and test scripts mapped to business requirements, workflow, and system design documents to ensure proper coverage Perform test execution on complex systems, requiring deep understanding of both business objectives and technical architecture Report and track defects until resolution Responsible for understanding the application architecture and develop best method of performing end to end testing Perform backend testing using SQL query Assist application developers and technical support staff in defect root cause analysis and resolutions Maintain the regression test bed to meet changing requirements Escalate testing bottle necks that may impact project timeline Participate in the off-hour production releases as needed Contribute to the development of QA process and procedures The Ideal CandidateThe ideal candidate would bring the following:3 + years of experience in energy industry is a plus 2+ years of hands on experience executing automation scripts in Cucumber is a plus 3+ years of in-depth knowledge of Quality Assurance Processes and best practices 2+ years of hands on knowledge of SQL Query and backend testing Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience Enthusiastic self-starter capable of quickly taking ownership of features, applications, and systems Detail-oriented with excellent analytical and problem solving skills Strong technical skills, such as the ability to read and write SQL and XML Ability to independently plan, prioritize and perform software testing for complex systems within general guidelines with minimal supervision Ability to multi-task and drive results with a sense of urgency to meet aggressive project timelines Experience with ATDD in an Agile/Lean development environment desired Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills Working knowledge of creating and executing test scripts in TM4J Benefits and PerksThis is a great opportunity to join a family-owned company that provides a challenging yet rewarding work environment with a focus on work-life balance. This is an opportunity to get the mentorship and development needed to grow your skill set and progress your QA career.Named as one of Business First’s Best Places to WorkMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance401(k)Life InsuranceDisability coverageA highly collaborative, product centric work environmentAn organization that values meaningful relationships with team membersAn environment that fosters growth and career development Show more Show less Должностной уровень Руководитель среднего звена Тип занятости Полный рабочий день Должностные обязанности Информационные технологии Отрасли Услуги, связанные с энергией из возобновляемых источников