Software Quality Assurance Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Software Quality Assurance (QA) Analyst
Location: [Chicago, IL / Remote / Hybrid]
Company: Power Kiosk

About Power Kiosk

Power Kiosk is a technology platform transforming energy procurement and management for enterprises, energy advisors, and suppliers. Our platform streamlines energy purchasing, pricing, and performance reporting workflows, bringing clarity, control, and efficiency to complex energy decisions.

Role Overview

We’re looking for a detail-oriented and curious QA Analyst to join our growing product and engineering team. In this role, you’ll help ensure the reliability and quality of our platform by testing features, identifying bugs, and supporting the product release process.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute manual test cases for new features, enhancements, and bug fixes
• Identify, document, and track defects using issue tracking tools (e.g., Jira)
• Collaborate with developers, product managers, and designers to clarify requirements and expected behavior
• Perform regression testing to ensure existing functionality remains stable
• Assist in creating and maintaining test plans, test cases, and QA documentation
• Validate data accuracy and workflows across the platform
• Participate in sprint ceremonies and contribute to quality discussions
• Help improve QA processes and testing standards over time
• 2 to 3 years of hands-on quality assurance testing
• Has done both hands-on and automation testing or at least just hands-on testing.
• We need someone with the patience of manual testing.
• AI aptitude to leverage AI in building test cases, scripts, etc.
• Solid communication skills

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in QA, software testing, or a related field (internships included)
• Basic understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and QA methodologies
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Ability to clearly document issues and communicate findings
• Familiarity with web applications and modern browsers
• Eagerness to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment

Nice to Have

• Experience with tools like Jira, TestRail, or similar
• Basic knowledge of SQL for data validation
• Exposure to API testing (Postman or similar tools)
• Understanding of Agile/Scrum environments
• Interest in automation testing (no prior experience required)

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience testing a real SaaS platform
• Exposure to product development in the energy space
• Mentorship from experienced engineers and product leaders
• Opportunity to grow into more advanced QA or automation roles

Why Join Power Kiosk

• Work on meaningful technology in a complex, high-impact industry
• Collaborative, fast-moving startup environment
• Opportunity to shape product quality from the ground up
• Competitive compensation and growth opportunities