Quality Assurance Analyst

Quality Assurance AnalystTallahassee, FL (ON-SITE) 5 months + annual extensionJob Responsibilities:Understanding the application functionality and Non-Functional requirements along with SLA's defined.Identifying the test scenarios to validate the performance of key business functions and certifying the NFR requirements.Identifying the test environment, test data and access needs.Creating performance test plans and baselinesExecuting planned tests.Analyzing test results and calling out any discrepancies against the SLA's.Publishing performance analysis reports and conducting review sessions with all the stakeholders.Providing ad-hoc performance testing/load generation for support of development tasks.Assisting with Troubleshooting & System TuningLeading performance test reviewsReviewing performance test artifacts for comment and approval,Writing and distributing risk assessmentWorking with the development leads and business leads to ensure full coverage in the testing scripts.Job Requirements:Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, MIS, or equivalent with programming experience6+ years testing and workload modelling experience across various technology platforms (Web-based, web services,.Net, apps etc.)6+ years of experience in test planning and SLA’s definitionWell versed in QTP/UFT Automation ToolExperience developing and deploying test strategies for software applications and interfaces6+ years of experience in developing and managing testing strategiesAs in-depth knowledge of a variety of testing techniques and methodologies.Good understanding of QA methodology – test plans, test cycles, and software releases.Solid understanding QA Best Practices.Strong Knowledge of current industry wide Quality & Test processes and practices, Tools and techniques.Excellent analytical, debugging, problem-solving and root-cause analysis skills. Samprasoft