QA Test Analyst (With Mainframe- Only locals-USC)

Summary: The role of Sr Test Analyst involves developing and executing test plans, managing defects, and validating data flow, primarily in a remote capacity. The position requires collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure the timely delivery of quality software. Candidates must possess extensive knowledge of testing methodologies and experience with mainframe testing technologies. The role is specifically targeted at local candidates in the Indianapolis area.

Key Responsibilities:

• Test planning and execution: Develop and execute test plans, scenarios, scripts, and test cases based on business requirements and technical specifications. Perform functional, integration, regression, and performance testing.
• Defect management: Identify, document, and report defects and issues to development teams. Work with developers to resolve problems and ensure quality standards are met.
• Data validation: Validate data flow between mainframe systems and other interfaces.
• Collaboration: Work with Test supervisor, project managers, Product owners, developers, and other stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of quality software.
• Documentation: Create and maintain detailed test documentation, including test results and progress reports.
• User support: Provide support to end-users during the User Acceptance Testing (UAT) phase.

Key Skills:

• Extensive knowledge of SDLC and testing methodologies.
• Good knowledge and experience with Mainframe testing including testing with technologies like COBOL, JCL, and DB2, analyzing batch job results, and collaborating with developers to resolve issues.
• Good knowledge and experience with API testing tool.
• Any Salesforce testing experience is an added advantage.
• Experience working in an Agile environment.
• Good knowledge of Atlassian's Jira tool.
• Good knowledge of qTest.
• Experienced in complete defect cycle and defect management process.
• Good knowledge of applicable federal/state/local rules, regulations, statutes and procedures in Child Support.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems or assist in the development of creative solutions, when necessary.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work as part of a team and collaborate with colleagues.
• Good English, presentable, confident and good people skills.
• Proactive, organized and collaborative approach.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Relevant bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: undetermined

Country: USA

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT