Quality Analyst

Salary Range: $65,000.00 To $75,000.00 Annually LOCATION JOB PURPOSE Reporting tothe Director ofEnterprise Applications, the Quality Assurance(QA) Analyst playsa critical rolein ensuring thereliability, performance, and integrityofour software ecosystem. Operating in ahybrid environment, this role bridgesthe gap betweentraditional quality assuranceand modern automatedengineering. Utilizing a blend of foundational testing logic, robust API validation, and AI-assisted automation frameworks, the QA Analyst will actively collaborate with development teams to identify defects early in the lifecycle and streamline the continuous integration pipeline. This position is ideal for a high-potential professional with 1–2 years of experience who is eager to scale their automation capabilities and drive engineering efficiency within a fast-paced environment. ESSENTIAL JOBDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Early Defect Detection: Collaborate with the development team early in the development lifecycle to isolate bugs, clarify requirements,and prevent defectsfrom reaching production. Requirements traceabilitywill be ametric of futuresuccess. API Validation & Interoperability: Conduct rigorous testing at the APIlayer to validatebackend logic, ensuredata integrity acrossservices, and confirmseamless communicationwith third-partysoftware applications. Data Integration & Verification: Working with senior members of the enterpriseteam, write andrun database queriesto inspect datapipelines, verify back-end triggers, andensure information flowsaccurately throughout theenterprise ecosystem. Automated Framework Development: Build,maintain, and executeautomated regression testsuites to systematicallyreplace manual testingworkflows and shortenthe release lifecycle. AI Tool Utilization: Leverage modern, AI-assisted engineering andautomation tools todraft test cases, generate scripts efficiently, and optimize testcoverage within continuousintegration (CI/CD) pipelines. Onsite Collaboration & Operations: Actively participate insprint planning, engineeringreviews, and cross-functional problem-solvingduring required onsitedays at theBuffalo, NY office. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, ANDSKILLS REQUIRED 1–2 yearsof professional softwarequality assurance experience, with a focuson web applications, integration testing, orautomated pipelines. Strong technicaltroubleshooting skillsand the abilityto systematically tracebugs across backendAPIs, databases, andfrontend interfaces toisolate root causes. Proven integrity in handling sensitive corporate information, proprietary businesslogic, and liveproduction or testdata with strictconfidentiality. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a strong customer service mindset when translating technical bugs into actionablefeedback for developers, business analysts, andleadership. Practical exposure to API testing tools (e.g., Bruno or Postman), database query writing, and automated orAI-assisted testingtools. OTHER DUTIES Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are PHYSICAL DEMAND REQUIREMENTS The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, lift and/or move light weight items. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, for viewing a computer terminal distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception vision for moving objects and ability to adjust focus. This position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions. Reasonable accommodations will be considered on a case-by-case basis. #J-18808-Ljbffr