QA Analyst

Key Responsibilities:

Test Planning and Execution

• Design and implement comprehensive test strategies for functional verification and UAT.
• Develop and execute detailed test scripts while ensuring thorough test coverage across key business processes.
• Work collaboratively with developers and business stakeholders to define acceptance criteria and scope.

Issue Investigation and Analysis

• Identify, track, and document defects, inconsistencies, and performance issues across the system.
• Conduct root cause analysis, report defects effectively, and coordinate resolutions with development teams.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and automation strategies.

Documentation and Support

• Maintain and update test plans, test cases, and test data in alignment with evolving requirements.
• Assist in the review and refinement of user documentation to ensure clarity and completeness.

Integration and Business Process Testing

• Perform integration and end-to-end scenario testing, ensuring seamless interactions between systems.
• Validate business workflows and test cross-functional scenarios to ensure system accuracy.

Qualifications:

Experience:

• 6-8 years of experience in software testing, quality assurance, or test engineering roles.
• Strong knowledge of testing methodologies, Agile SDLC, and defect management processes.
• Experience collaborating across cross-functional teams to drive software quality.

Technical Skills:

• Hands-on experience with test management tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail, or equivalent).
• Ability to write and execute SQL queries to validate data integrity at the database level (preferred).
• Familiarity with manual and automated testing practices.

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
• Effective communication and stakeholder collaboration to drive alignment across teams.
• Detail-oriented approach to documentation, test coverage, and issue tracking.

Preferred Skills:

• Exposure to integration testing tools and automation frameworks.
• Experience in business domains such as finance, healthcare, or e-commerce (if applicable).
  • ISTQB certification or equivalent is a plus.