QA Specialist, Contractor

The Steely Group

Hybrid, Waltham, MA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Acceptance Testing, Agile Programming Methodologies, Analysis Skills, Atlassian JIRA, Best Practices, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Customer Satisfaction, Detail Oriented, ISTQB Foundation, Industry Standards, Maintain Compliance, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Product Testing, Project Tracking, Quality Assurance, Quality Assurance Methodology, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Scrum Project Management and Software Development, Selenium, Software Debugging, Software Testing, Test Automation, Test Case, Test Plan/Schedule, Test Tools, Testing, Usability Engineering
LOCATION
Hybrid, Waltham, MA
POSTED
2 days ago

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive QA Specialist, Contractor to ensure the delivery of high-quality products through meticulous testing and quality assurance processes. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in maintaining the integrity and performance of deliverables, supporting continuous improvement, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop, execute, and maintain test plans, cases, and scripts based on project requirements and specifications.
  • Perform manual and automated testing across applications to identify bugs, glitches, and usability issues.
  • Collaborate closely with development teams to communicate findings, validate fixes, and enhance overall product quality.
  • Document testing procedures, results, and defect logs thoroughly to support transparency and project tracking.
  • Participate in review sessions to provide feedback on design and functionality, driving improvements early in the development cycle.
  • Assist in creating and refining quality assurance processes and standards to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Contribute to user acceptance testing (UAT) and validation efforts to ensure client satisfaction and product readiness.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives related to testing tools, techniques, and best practices.

Qualifications:
  • Proven experience in quality assurance testing for software applications or related products.
  • Strong knowledge of manual testing processes with some experience in automation testing tools (e.g., Selenium, JIRA, TestRail).
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with an eye for detail.
  • Ability to effectively document issues and communicate complex information clearly.
  • Familiarity with Agile and Scrum methodologies.
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently.
  • Relevant certifications (e.g., ISTQB) are a plus.

Work Location:
Hybrid - Waltham, Massachusetts

About the Company

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The Steely Group