Senior Software QA Analyst

Maximus - Colorado Springs, CO

Full-time - Senior

Colorado Springs, CO

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Maximus is seeking a Senior Software Quality Assurance Analyst to provide expertise to a federal client in support of their mission-critical systems in defense of our Homeland. The role focuses on ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of software applications and systems for a federal client's critical operations. The Senior Software Quality Assurance Analyst will be instrumental in identifying and resolving defects, enhancing user experiences, and contributing to the overall success of projects.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements, user stories, and technical specifications.
• Design and develop comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts to ensure thorough testing coverage.
• Execute manual and automated testing processes, identifying defects and inconsistencies in software functionality.
• Perform functional, regression, integration, and performance testing to ensure software meets quality standards.
• Document and report test results, defects, and issues, and collaborate with development teams to resolve them.
• Provide feedback on usability, user experience, and design aspects of software applications.
• Participate in design and code reviews to provide input on testability and quality considerations.
• Collaborate with developers and stakeholders to validate software fixes and improvements.
• Stay updated with industry best practices and emerging trends in software testing and quality assurance.

Requirements

• Active Secret clearance is required due to contract requirements.
• Candidates must be U.S. citizens with no dual citizenship.
• 12+ years of experience as a Software Quality Assurance Analyst or related field.
• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off