QA / Manual Tester

Job Summary QA / Manual Tester Austin, TX | $42-52/Hr About the Role Join our dynamic IT team as a QA Associate Analyst, working closely with developers and business stakeholders at DFPS to ensure top-tier software quality and user satisfaction. Leverage your expertise in manual testing to discover and document software defects before release, play a crucial role in risk mitigation, and contribute directly to the reliability and success of mission‑critical applications. Responsibilities Develop and maintain detailed test cases for integration, data conversion, and system testing. Create, upgrade, and execute manual test scripts; manage test cases in HP ALM/JIRA. Analyze business processes and requirements to formulate comprehensive test scenarios. Document, track, and verify application defects using HP ALM/JIRA. Collaborate with Business Analysts, QA Leads, and project teams to ensure quality deliverables and timely completion of assignments. Prepare and manage test data using SQL and PL/SQL. Execute web service and batch process testing; utilize various toolsets as needed. Prepare and present clear testing documentation and reports with MS Office Suite. Contribute to continuous process improvement and perform other QA‑related duties as assigned. Required Skills and Experience 8+ years’ experience testing web‑based applications (UI, database, batch, web service). Proven ability to develop test scenarios, write comprehensive test cases, and perform manual testing in complex environments. 5+ years’ experience using HP ALM/JIRA for test case and defect management. Skilled in creating and maintaining test data with SQL and PL/SQL. 5+ years’ experience collaborating within multi‑disciplinary teams. Proficiency with MS Office tools (Word, Excel, etc.). Experience testing data conversions and web services. Preferred Skills Familiarity with browser testing tools. Experience with SharePoint. Basic exposure to test automation tools (Selenium, LoadRunner, accessibility testing). Experience testing within Salesforce. Working knowledge of accessibility testing tools (JAWS, Wave, CCA). Benefits Competitive hourly pay: $42-52/hr. Collaborative and inclusive team environment. Professional development in enterprise IT projects. Opportunity to work on high‑impact applications serving the community. How to Apply Ready to advance your QA career? Submit your updated resume and a brief cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and skills. Qualified candidates will be contacted for next steps. #J-18808-Ljbffr