Software Tester / QA Analyst

SMX USA

Glen Allen,, VA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Agile Programming Methodologies, Analysis Skills, Atlassian JIRA, Automation, Bug Tracking Software, Bug Tracking/Defect Management, Business Analysis, Case Management, Communication Skills, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Improvement, Continuous Integration, Cross-Functional, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Documentation Plan, Enterprise Applications, Establish Priorities, Functional Testing, Integration Testing, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Project/Program Management, Quality Assurance, Quality Assurance Methodology, Quality Metrics, Radiography, Regression Testing, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Scrum Project Management and Software Development, Software Testing, Software Validation, Sprint Planning, Standup Meetings, System Test, Test Automation, Test Case, Test Design, Test Plan/Schedule, Test Scripts, Test Tools, Testing, Time Management, Traceability, Web Testing, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Glen Allen,, VA
POSTED
3 days ago

Role: Software Tester / QA Analyst
Location: Glen Allen, VA (Onsite)
Duration: 08/03/2026 – 01/22/2027 (Approx. 6 Months)
Interview: In-Person Only

Required Experience

  • 5+ years of experience in Software Testing / Quality Assurance.
  • 5+ years of hands-on experience with test automation scripting.
  • 4+ years of experience using JIRA for defect tracking and Agile project management.
  • 4+ years of experience using Xray for test case management and execution.
  • Experience with both Manual and Automated Testing methodologies.

Must-Have Skills

  • Manual Testing
  • Test Automation
  • Automation Scripting
  • JIRA
  • Xray
  • Test Case Design & Execution
  • Regression Testing
  • Defect Tracking & Management
  • Software Quality Assurance (QA)
  • Agile/Scrum Methodology
  • Functional Testing
  • Test Documentation

Job Responsibilities

The Software Tester / QA Analyst will be responsible for ensuring software quality through manual and automated testing, defect management, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, hands-on automation experience, and experience working in Agile development environments.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, and execute test cases based on functional and technical requirements.
  • Perform manual and automated testing to validate software functionality and performance.
  • Identify, document, prioritize, and track software defects through resolution using JIRA.
  • Manage test cases, test executions, and traceability using Xray.
  • Collaborate with developers, QA Leads, Business Analysts, and stakeholders to ensure quality standards are met.
  • Execute regression, functional, integration, and system testing.
  • Maintain test documentation, test plans, and test coverage reports.
  • Support automation initiatives by creating and maintaining automated test scripts.
  • Participate in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
  • Verify defect fixes and perform regression testing before production releases.
  • Continuously improve QA processes, testing standards, and automation coverage.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
  • Experience with modern automation frameworks and testing tools.
  • Experience testing web-based enterprise applications.
  • Knowledge of CI/CD testing practices is a plus.

Required Soft Skills

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Exceptional attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.

 

About the Company

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