Quality Assurance Analyst (Level 1)

QA Analyst - Level 1

This is a 100% long term remote opportunity. The candidate should be willing to work in 9 hrs shift anywhere between 11am-11pm IST with an overlap of 3-4 hrs on Pacific time zone.

Core Skills Required:

• 1-3 years of manual and automation testing experience (any domain)
• Basic SQL skills (ability to write simple queries for data validation)
• Understanding of SDLC and testing methodologies

Key Responsibilities

1. Manual and Automation Testing Execution

• Execute test cases for ETL processes (SSIS packages), reports (SSRS), and database solutions
• Verify data accuracy by running basic SQL queries (SELECT, JOINs, WHERE clauses)
• Log defects in Jira with clear reproduction steps and evidence
• Assist in test data preparation and environment setup

2. Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain test documentation in Confluence (or a similar repository)
• Report daily progress to the QA Lead
• Participate in creating basic test plans under supervision

3. Team Collaboration

• Work closely with offshore developers to understand requirements
• Attend daily stand-ups and Agile ceremonies
• Learn from senior QA team members to improve testing skills

4. Process Learning

• Gain understanding of client's QA standards and security protocols (VDI, MFA)
• Begin learning test automation fundamentals (e.g., Selenium, Postman)
• Support continuous improvement initiatives for productivity gains

Required Skills & Qualifications

Technical Skills

• Nice-to-Have:
• Exposure to SSIS/SSRS or data warehouse testing
• Familiarity with Jira/Confluence
• Awareness of test automation concepts

Soft Skills

• Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking
• Willingness to learn and adapt in fast-paced environment
• Basic English communication skills for team collaboration

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
• Internship or academic projects in software testing
• ISTQB Foundation Level certification is a plus