Software QA Analyst II

Software QA Analyst II

Software QA Analyst Job Description
Beast Code's fast-growing portfolio of projects has created a need for our Quality Assurance (QA) department to grow to keep up with demand and maintain high quality.

We are looking for a Software QA Analyst to join our team and help us develop software that is making a difference. The Beast Code team works hard to maintain the company's sterling reputation and credibility, and this position plays the vital role of medium between product development and user experience.

Our QA team is looking for someone who is much more than a fact checker and button pusher - we need a true testing guru who understands the software and will put its features through the ringer to ensure a product is its best version. Thus, you'll need to be a detail-oriented person who can hyper-focus on the smallest of details. That's right, we actually love perfectionists!

As a Software QA Analyst, your daily activities could include any or all the following:

• Working with project teams to create Test Plans
• Helping develop and refine project requirements for testing
• Creating and maintaining project test cases and cycles in a test case management tool
• Executing and leading testing on a project
• Working with QA Automation Engineers to create automated test cases
• Reviewing automated test code - must be able to read and understand Python or JavaScript
• Working with assorted languages (e.g., JavaScript, Python, Bash, YAML, etc.)
• Using code repository tools (Git, Gitlab)
• Executing manual tests
• Using industry standard networking practices
• Creating documentation
• Using Test Driven Development & Behavior Driven Development practices
• Using Test Automation integrated into a DevOps CI/CD solution

So, were you born to test limits? Come join the team and help us build some great software!

We have an open and fun work environment, and a culture that stands out from the crowd earning us recognition from Great Place to Work and FORTUNE Magazine as one of the Best Workplaces.

This job might be for you if you enjoy:

• Tinkering with things to examine how and why they work
• Solving problems and proposing solutions
• Developing test plans and determining parameters
• Creating and updating checklists to document findings
• Building quality in early during the development process

You should bring these skills to the table:

• Have a thorough understanding of automated testing tools
• Have a thorough understanding of task management tools
• Have a thorough understanding of Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
• Have a thorough understanding of software QA fundamentals
• Capable of reading, basic writing, and understanding in either Python or JavaScript
• Team player who is comfortable working in an Agile delivery model collaborating within a scrum team to achieve common goals
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Provides guidance to development teams and other Analysts on QA practices

You score Bonus Points if you:

• International Software Testing Qualifications Board (ISTQB) Certified Tester Foundation Level (CTFL) certification
• Have conducted QA testing in training and/or gaming software platform
• Research the latest industry standards and trends, and enjoy developing ways to improve processes
• Are familiar with the Beast Code line of products and services
• Can develop test plans and test cases for products to include functional testing, non-functional testing, acceptance testing, regression testing, and others as needed qa
• Use scripts and testing tools to develop automated tests to replace redundant manual processes
• Have an active Security Clearance

Pay Bands:

Software QA Analyst I: $52,600.00 - $82,300.00

Software QA Analyst II: $66,600.00 - $105,500.00

Software QA Analyst III: $84,500.00 - $124,700.00

Software QA Analyst IV: $101,000.00 - $147,200.00

Software QA Analyst I
Work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Typically requires 0 to 2 years of related experience.
Software QA Analyst II
Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience.
Software QA Analyst III
Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Typically requires 4-7 years of related experience.
Software QA Analyst IV
Work is highly independent. May assume a team lead role of the work group. A specialist on complex technical and business matters. Typically requires 7+ years of related experience.

Other Requirements:

• Currently hold or have eligibility to obtain and maintain the proper US DoW issued security clearance, which requires US Citizenship. Security clearance eligibility may be discussed during the interview phase.
• Successfully complete background check and maintain a valid USA driver's license
• Beast Code is a drug free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug testing per all applicable laws

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision (60% of premium paid by company)
• HSA / FSA Medical Plans
• 401K with 6% Company Match
• Unlimited Time Off
• Observes all federal holidays including a week off for Christmas
• Maternity Leave (6 weeks)
• Paternity Leave (3 Weeks)
• Professional Development ($1200 annual allowance)
• Discount Platform
• Pay Transparency
• Flexible Work Schedule
• Hybrid Work