QA Analyst - Application & Data Testing (Contract)

Starr And Associates LLC

Atlanta, GA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Application Programming Interface (API), Bug Tracking/Defect Management, Business Analysis, Computer Science, Consulting, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Data Analysis, Data Management, Data Quality, Data Sets, Detail Oriented, Embedded Systems, Fitness, Functional Testing, Information Technology & Information Systems, Integration Testing, Metrics, Problem Solving Skills, Quality Assurance, Quality Assurance Methodology, Quality Metrics, Regression Testing, Requirements Validation/Verification, Risk Analysis, Root Cause Analysis, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Software Engineering, Software Testing, Standards Development, System Validation, Test Automation, Test Case, Test Data, Test Design, Test Harness, Test Plan/Schedule, Test Requirements, Test Scripts, Test Tools, Testing, Traceability
LOCATION
Atlanta, GA
POSTED
30+ days ago
 At Starr & Associates (S&A), we are a full-service business consulting firm delivering advisory and execution services across multiple industries and complex business domains. QA / Test Analysts at S&A are embedded within client delivery teams to ensure solution quality, reliability, and fitness for purpose across custom-built technology solutions. 


This role focuses on functional testing, integration testing, and regression testing, with an emphasis on leveraging automated testing approaches. QA / Test Analysts collaborate closely with Software Engineers, Data Engineers, and Business Analysts to validate requirements, test execution, and defect resolution. 


Client programs may include initiatives involving emissions-related data and environmental metrics, requiring strong attention to accuracy, traceability, and end-to-end validation. 


Duties & Responsibilities 
  • Test Planning: Develop and maintain test plans, test cases, and test scripts aligned to project requirements
  • Functional Testing: Execute functional testing to validate system behavior against documented requirements
  • Integration Testing: Validate data flows and integrations across systems, APIs, and data pipelines
  • Regression Testing: Perform regression testing to ensure new changes do not impact existing functionality
  • Automated Testing: Design, execute, and maintain automated test scripts where appropriate
  • Defect Management: Identify, document, and track defects through resolution 
  • Test Data Management: Create and manage test data to support test execution
  • Requirements Collaboration: Work closely with Business Analysts to validate requirements and acceptance criteria
  • Release Support: Support testing cycles during releases and deployments
  • Consulting Engagement Support: Operate effectively within a client-facing consulting delivery environment
Education 
  • Bachelor’s Degree required 
  • Preferred fields include Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, or related disciplines 

Required Skills 
  • Minimum 3–5+ years of experience in quality assurance or software testing 
  • Strong experience with manual functional and integration testing 
  • Experience working with automated testing tools and frameworks 
  • Ability to test APIs, integrations, and data-driven solutions 
  • Experience working with test management and defect tracking tools 
  • Understanding of software development life cycle and testing methodologies 
  • Strong attention to detail and analytical problem-solving skills 
  • Experience delivering in consulting or project-based environments 

Nice-to-Have Skills (Preferred, Not Required) 
  • Experience supporting automated testing initiatives 
  • Familiarity with API and integration testing approaches 
  • Experience validating data pipelines or analytics platforms 
  • Experience working with emissions or environmental datasets 
  • Experience supporting large-scale or multi-year client programs 

Required Competencies 
  • Quality Focus: Ensures solutions meet defined quality standards
  • Analytical Thinking: Identifies gaps, risks, and potential failure points
  • Problem Solving: Investigates defects and supports root cause analysis
  • Collaboration: Works effectively with cross-functional delivery teams
  • Communication: Communicates issues and findings clearly and professionally
  • Adaptability: Adjusts testing approach based on solution complexity and change
  • Consulting Mindset: Operates with professionalism, accountability, and client focus

Flexible work from home options available.

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Starr And Associates LLC