QA Analyst

- Entry Level

Troy, MI

Credit Intermediation and Related Activities

About the position

Carry out procedures to ensure that all applications under test (AUT) meet organizational standards and end-user requirements. Thoroughly test software to ensure proper operation and freedom from defects. Document and work to identify all problems to ensure resolution. Report progress on testing and problem resolution to appropriate parties. Devise improvements to current procedures and develops models of possible future configurations. Perform workflow analysis and recommends quality improvements.

Responsibilities

• Conducts online, batch and data verification testing in assigned functional area(s) and creates test designs according to project requirements.
• Effectively uses different types of testing techniques while performing test analysis on moderate level project requirements and identifies/reports issues as appropriate.
• Analyzes requirements necessary to design testing strategies for internal/external clients and develops knowledge and understanding of structured analysis and design.
• Utilizes identification and design processes to increase efficiency, performance and reliability.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of the use of automated testing tools and executes manual and automated tests.
• Works with stakeholders, business, developers and test analysts to develop test plans, conditions and cases.
• Documents test results and creates detailed and accurate defect reports.
• Follows all defects through to resolution and closure.
• Applies a basic knowledge of procedures, methodology and/or application standards to testing activities.
• Acts as a single point of contact for assigned small, less complex client projects with regard to test activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• Relevant Experience or Degree in: Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Business or related field; additional experience in lieu of degree will be considered.
• Typically Minimum 2 Years Relevant Experience
• Relational databases, Bankcard industry knowledge and IBM Rational tools.

Nice-to-haves

• Typically Minimum 4 Years Relevant Experience
• Working towards the International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB) Certification.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision care
• EAP programs
• Paid time off
• Recognition programs
• Retirement and investment options
• Charitable gift matching programs
• Worldwide days of service