Software Test Analyst (Hybrid - Onsite interviews)

Client: State of MI

Job ID: 165524

Job Title: Lansing, MI - IT - Agency Services - MB - N/A - Software Test Analyst 5

Job Title: Software Test Analyst 5

Job Location: 525 West Allegan Street, Lansing, MI, 48933

Projected Start Date : 10/05/2026

Projected End Date/Duration: 1 Years from projected start date with possible extension

Interview Process: Interviews will be conducted in-person in Lansing, MI. Candidates must be available to interview in-person.

Duration: 1 year with possible extension

Hybrid: Resource will be working a hybrid schedule. NO REMOTE ONLY OPTION. Will need to be onsite from day 1, two days a week. (Monday/Tuesday)

Local candidates: Candidates must be located within 1.5 hours from Lansing, MI by the time submission (no exceptions).

Clear and concise written and verbal communication is crucial to success and productivity in this role.

A LinkedIn link is REQUIRED at the top of resume. If candidate does not have a LinkedIn, please note that at the top of resume. Failure to provide the link or note will result in a rejection.

References are REQUIRED for this position. Please include a separate attachment with your submission that includes 2-3 professional references. Each reference should include the name, email, phone number, and their position title/company name. Failure to provide reference will result in a rejection.

The following are required for bid submission:

• Resume
• R2R
• Meets Work Location
• References
• Cover Sheet

Top Skills & Years of Experience:

• 7+ years of experience in IT quality assurance, software testing, systems analyst.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience developing and executing test cases.
• 5+ years of experience identifying, documenting, and tracking software defects.
• 5+ years of experience with Jira, Azure DevOps, ServiceNow, or similar testing/defect management platforms.
• Candidate must hold a Bachelor's degree (any major, but it must be completed).

Position Summary

• We are seeking an experienced Software Test Analyst 5 Contractor to support software testing and quality assurance activities for technology initiatives and ongoing application enhancements. The contractor will work closely with IT, development, business analysts, project teams, and business stakeholders to ensure applications and system changes meet defined requirements and quality standards.
• The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, analytical, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and test scenarios based on business and technical requirements.
• Perform functional, regression, integration, system, and user acceptance testing.
• Review requirements and identify gaps, inconsistencies, and potential quality risks.
• Document, prioritize, and track defects through resolution.
• Collaborate with developers and business stakeholders to troubleshoot and validate fixes.
• Create comprehensive code coverage with the creation of automated test banks and automated regression test banks that are repeatable.
• Create comprehensive metrics and quality of tests against requirements.
• Perform data validation and reconciliation, including SQL queries as needed.
• Test system integrations, interfaces, APIs, and application workflows.
• Conduct regression testing following application changes and releases.
• Support deployment and production validation activities.
• Maintain testing documentation, results, and defect tracking records.
• Provide regular status updates regarding testing progress, defects, risks, and outstanding issues.
• Participate in project meetings, requirements reviews, and release planning.
• Recommend process improvements to increase testing efficiency and application quality.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• 7+ years of experience in IT quality assurance, software testing, systems analyst.
• 5+ Hands-on experience developing and executing test cases.
• 5+ Experience identifying, documenting, and tracking software defects.
• 5+ Experience with Jira, Azure DevOps, ServiceNow, or similar testing/defect management platforms.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet project deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SQL and database testing.
• Experience testing APIs and system integrations.
• Experience with automated testing tools.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
• Experience with web-based and enterprise applications.
• Knowledge of SDLC and software testing methodologies.
• Experience supporting large-scale IT projects or system implementations.