Quality Assurance Analyst

Write detailed test cases for both enhancements and bugs Execute test cases written by themselves or others on local machines and emulated environments Compare test results across a variety of environments and platforms Interpret test execution results when they vary from expectations, to determine if a bug exists Log defects and suggested enhancements in our bug tracking system (Jira), providing detailed steps for bugs and well-reasoned justification for suggested improvements Create test data manually and via tools such as Postman Execute API tests using tools such as Postman Become familiar with the system using a variety of methods: Training, hands‑on experience, and documentation Execute queries against SQL and Multivalue (MV) databases Work independently against multiple priorities and deadlines Review logs in applications such as Graylog and Sentry to confirm the system is functioning as expected Perform after-hours production validation as needed Requirements BA/BS degree or equivalent experience in a related field; a Computer Science degree is preferred but not required Minimum 3 years’ experience in manual and/or API software testing Deep knowledge of the software development lifecycle and both Agile and Waterfall methodologies Minimum 3 years’ experience testing with SQL or multivalue databases Experience with executing a variety of tests: functional, integration, system, sanity, etc. Mortgage industry experience preferred Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in manual and API software testing, with a strong understanding of the software development lifecycle and proficiency in SQL and Multivalue databases. Capable of executing various test types and logging defects effectively while managing multiple priorities. Highest-signal resume keywords Manual Software Testing API Testing SQL Database Testing Agile Methodology Bug Tracking (Jira) Hard Skills Test Case Development Test Execution Defect Logging Test Data Creation Functional Testing Integration Testing System Testing Sanity Testing Query Execution Software Development Lifecycle Soft Skills Independent Work Time Management Attention to Detail Industry Keywords Mortgage Industry Agile Waterfall Tools & Technologies Postman Jira Graylog Sentry #J-18808-Ljbffr