QA Analyst POST NUMBER: 427521

• Test system application enhancements related to release implementations; new products and/or product enhancements.
• Creates and executes test cases/scripts; including identification and tracking issues through resolution.
• Create; execute; and maintain test scenarios; test cases; test data sets; and test scripts to be used in software testing for manual and automated testing.
• Implement integration and regression tests.
• Performs regression system testing to ensure that application errors have been corrected and that no other previously working functions have failed as a result of any code modifications and that newly added features have not created problems with previous versions of the software.
• Coordinates with departmental representatives or analysts in development of departmental testing requirements for applications programs and coordinates completion of change management control processes related to the production and test environment.
• Incumbent will have frequent interaction with user community and training staff to stay abreast of system processes and procedures.
• Participates in small and medium group projects under the direction of an assigned Project Manager as appropriate.
• Coordinates with business analysts to ensure appropriate end-user testing.
• Document software defects and report defects to software developers.
• Monitor bug resolution efforts and track successes.
• Produces testing results reports with summary findings for project stakeholders.

• Utilize and adhere to change management processes; including coordination of control processes related to the test environment.
• Work with project teams to identify; triage and isolate defects and issues in all environments and retesting.
• Coordinate required security testing with Information Security Officer and Security Analyst.
• Test applications according to project time lines; milestones and deadlines.
• Provides 3rd tier problem resolution assistance for system deficiencies or errors and coordinates the prompt diagnosis and resolution of application system issues that have an impact on the production environment. Coordinates with the application vendor/development team to resolve problems and incidents. Works directly with the vendor to obtain necessary application support.

• 3 years combination of education; training; or experience with software testing

• Contributor to project implementations that utilized a formal project management methodology; quality assurance program; and SDLC control environment

• Knowledge of testing techniques and technologies.
• Ability to develop manual scripts in testing software (e.g. Testing Anywhere; Client Quality Center; etc.).
• Ability to create manual test cases for regression purposes on multiple platforms and can develop reports.
• Develops and implements organized; maintainable automate testing scripts for.NET applications with either browser or win form-based user interfaces.
• Experience with testing .NET based applications.
• Knowledge of relational databases and MS SQL Server – should be able to write simple queries.
• Ability to follow technical and procedural standards for system testing and implementation.
• Ability to work in an environment using an SDLC or agile methodology.
• Ability to multi-task; work independently and manage unstructured tasks within specific guidelines and time constraints.
• Knowledge of requirements gathering process and documentation structure.
• Ability to create and maintain testing documentation for newly created or modified custom applications.
• Ability to gain proficiency in new technologies.
• Demonstrates the use of standard MS Office software (Word; Excel; Access; PowerPoint; Outlook; and Visio) and current Microsoft operating systems (Windows XP and Windows 7) at a level that increases productivity and work product quality.
• Ability to work independently on small projects.
• Interpersonal skills including collaborative style and ability to work effectively with diverse groups.
• Ability to adapt quickly to an existing; complex environment.
• Ability to quickly learn new concepts and software as necessary.
• Candidate should be a self-motivated; independent; detail oriented; responsible team-player.
• Passionate about building high-quality systems with software implementation best practices.
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively; both orally and in writing.

Vaco values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

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Vaco also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.

By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.

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Pay Transparency Notice

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:

• the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
• licensure and certification requirements;
• office location and other geographic considerations;
• other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.