M - 8/6 - #DSS86 - QA Test Analyst w/ Medicaid Exp

** Hybrid work Schedule - 1 day on-site in Hartford, CT each week. Local Candidates highly desired. All remote work must be completed in the United States. **Our direct client has an opening for a QA Test Analyst w/ Medicaid Exp # DSS83. This position is for 6 months, with option of extension, and will be worked on a hybrid schedule - 1 day on-site in Hartford, CT each week.If you are interested, please submit the following:YOUR CURRENT RESUMEYOUR HOURLY RATE Max Rate range is $43-47/hr W2 or $48-52 Corp to CorpBelow is the job description – Resumes due ASAP –Required Skills:Required QualificationsFive (5) or more years of Quality Assurance experience testing large enterprise applicationsStrong experience with both manual and automation testingExperience working throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)Strong understanding of Quality Assurance methodologies, testing processes, and best practicesExcellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skillsStrong written and verbal communication skillsExperience working directly with business stakeholders and technical teamsAbility to interpret business requirements and convert them into detailed test scenarios and test casesExperience working within Agile/Scrum development environmentsExperience using Jira for defect tracking and Agile project managementTechnical QualificationsCandidates should possess experience with many of the following technologies:SeleniumTestNGJavaSalesforce application testingREST API TestingSOAP Web ServicesPostmanSQL for backend data validationMobile Application TestingProgressive Web Applications (PWA)JSON/XML validationGit (preferred)Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) conceptsStrong understanding of:API and Web Service TestingTest Automation FrameworksDefect Lifecycle ManagementRequirements Traceability Matrix (RTM)Test PlanningTest StrategyTest EstimationDescription:Key ResponsibilitiesPerform hands-on manual and automated testing across multiple enterprise applications.Develop comprehensive test scenarios, test cases, and automated test scripts based on business and technical requirements.Review business requirements, user stories, functional specifications, technical documentation, and design documents to identify testing needs.Participate in requirements walkthroughs, sprint planning, backlog refinement, release planning, and design review sessions.Estimate testing effort and provide input into overall project planning and release schedules.Execute functional, regression, integration, system, API, and end-to-end testing activities.Develop, maintain, and execute automated test scripts using approved automation frameworks.Validate interfaces and integrations between enterprise applications and external systems.Perform backend database validation using SQL queries.Execute API and web service testing using industry-standard tools.Document test execution results and communicate testing progress to project leadership.Identify, document, prioritize, and manage software defects through resolution.Participate in defect triage meetings and validate software fixes.Ensure complete traceability between business requirements, test cases, and executed tests through the Requirements Traceability Matrix (RTM).Collaborate closely with developers, business analysts, architects, project managers, vendors, and State business stakeholders.Support production implementations by performing release validation and post-production verification.Assist in continuously improving QA standards, automation frameworks, testing processes, and quality best practices.Mentor junior testers and share knowledge of testing methodologies and automation best practices when appropriate.Position OverviewThe client is seeking experienced QA Test Analysts with expertise in both manual and automation testing to support mission-critical enterprise applications that deliver essential services to Connecticut residents.This role will work closely with business stakeholders, developers, business analysts, solution architects, project managers, and technical teams to ensure applications meet business requirements, technical specifications, State policies, and federal regulations.The ideal candidate has experience testing complex enterprise systems within State government, Human Services, Healthcare, Medicaid, Medicare, or Eligibility programs. Candidates who understand policy-driven applications and business terminology used in public sector environments will be highly successful in this role.This position requires a combination of manual testing, automation testing, API validation, backend data verification, and end-to-end business process testing across multiple enterprise platforms, including Salesforce, Java-based applications, Mobile/PWA applications, and integrated services.Candidates with prior experience supporting State government modernization initiatives, particularly within Department of Social Services (DSS), Human Services, Medicaid, Medicare, or Eligibility systems, are strongly preferred.Preferred Industry ExperienceStrong preference will be given to candidates with experience supporting one or more of the following:State Government agenciesHuman Services (HHS)MedicaidMedicareMedicaid EligibilityEligibility and Benefits Management SystemsIntegrated Eligibility Systems (IES)SNAPTANFChild Care ProgramsHealthcare Exchange implementationsMoney Follows the Person (MFP)Medicaid Waiver ProgramsLong-Term Services and Supports (LTSS)Public Sector modernization initiativesPolicy-driven enterprise applicationsCandidates with experience interpreting State and Federal policies, eligibility rules, and healthcare terminology will be highly valued. #J-18808-Ljbffr FHR