Software QA Analyst

$60,000 - $90,000/Yr

Maximus Services - Annapolis Junction, MD

Full-time - Mid Level

Annapolis Junction, MD

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Maximus is seeking a 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, playing a pivotal role 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.
• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent is required.
• 7+ years of experience as a Software Quality Assurance Analyst or related field.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in usability testing.

Benefits

• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan