Description
GREAT contract to perm opportunity to join a global technology company with self-service solutions for ATM machines and software, POS and Retail systems, and airline check-in systems as a QA Analyst in the Alpharetta area!
The Quality Assurance Analyst is responsible for verifying the quality of Specialty Retail software and hardware products. They will design, develop and execute test plans and scripts for all components of a product to ensure the delivery of quality software that exceed customer specifications. The overall mission of the Quality team is to help our customers to run their business, connect with their customers, and be able to sell anywhere. Occasional Travel to meet with clients is expected Occasional Travel to remote office is required Overtime may be necessary to complete tasks
KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:
Reviews and provides feedback around design documents, functional specifications, and test plans
Develops test plans and tests cases that validate customer requirements are met
Confirms, reports, and manages defects
Sets up and configures internal and 3rd party hardware and software environments for testing purposes
Prioritizes critical elements/actions during the software testing cycle
Prepares time estimates and work plan necessary to achieve the goals for assigned projects/features
Communicates effectively and works closely with internal and external resources, including customer base.
Provides status reports and participate in departmental and project team meetings and email communications.
Identifies testing risks and propose solutions to mitigate
Provides escalations in a timely manner and through the appropriate channels
Establishes and maintains strong working relationships with cross functional team members
Provides input into continually improving Quality processes and procedures
Serves as an escalated support resource for products that we release.
Troubleshoots and verifies hardware and software issues reported internally and externally from the field
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Working knowledge of MS Office S/W suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
Basic networking setup/troubleshooting skills
Basic knowledge of SQL and/or XML
Experience with Agile Testing methodologies
Testing experience, preferably in a Windows environment
Software/Hardware support experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Hands on automated testing a plus
Maintaining and creating virtual environments using VmWare or Hyper- V a plus
Retail experience is a plus
Able to work both independently or as part of a team
Able to follow guidelines/instructions, solid written and verbal communication skills
Fast learner and innovative, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Strong project management and multitasking skills.
Application Requirements
- Client will not accept subcontractors
- SQL
- Agile
- XML
- Outlook
- TROUBLESHOOTING
- Excel
- MS Office
- Word
- SUITE
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- and Life Insurance for Full-time W2 Consultants.
- Supplemental Disability and Long-Term Care Insurance
- Dependent Care Assistance. 401(k) with Roth feature.
- Free E-learning Courses