QA Analyst

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced QA Analyst I to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess strong manual and automated testing skills, a solid understanding of SDLC and STLC processes, and the ability to work effectively in both Waterfall and Agile/Scrum environments. This role requires excellent communication skills to collaborate across cross-functional teams and ensure the delivery of high-quality software solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in project team meetings to understand project requirements and timelines.
• Assist in developing and executing detailed test strategies and plans for both Waterfall and Agile/Scrum projects.
• Conduct manual and automated QA testing and evaluate results to ensure product integrity.
• Identify, document, and track defects; provide appropriate mitigation and gather supporting evidence.
• Verify and review software and business requirements; ensure requirement traceability.
• Execute tests, record results, and prepare test reports and metrics for project stakeholders.
• Communicate testing progress, results, and quality risks to team members and management.
• Coordinate testing activities and manage the test lifecycle.
• Support the creation and communication of test metrics and reports.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Quality Assurance and Quality Control.
• 3+ years of experience in test coordination and working with manual, automation, and performance testing tools such as HP Suite and/or Microsoft Test Manager/Team Foundation Server.
• Strong knowledge of testing methodologies and techniques for corner cases, verification, and validation.
• Hands-on experience with HP Quality Center for test management.
• Proven understanding of SDLC and STLC in both Waterfall and Agile environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate technical details.
• Strong team player with the ability to adapt in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to take direction and collaborate with senior team members, colleagues, and management.

Technical Knowledge/Skills

• Proficiency in HP Quality Center/ALM and Team Foundation Server – Required
• Experience with automation tools such as HP QTP and Selenium – Preferred
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies – Required
• Experience in Windows-based environments – Required
• Proficiency in testing web and client-server applications – Required
• Strong understanding of Oracle database concepts and SQL/database testing – Required
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel – Required