Senior Quality Assurance Analyst

The Senior QA Analysts are responsible for all aspects of QA for the Web Development team. They develop and apply testing processes for new and existing applications. This includes reviewing requirements to create test strategies and plans when necessary. They will also plan and execute regression tests when deemed necessary. This includes documentation of all testing activities completed and bugs found for future fixes and enhancements. QA is also involved in application development design and estimation sessions to be certain testing activities are accounted for in project sizing. As the QA functions continue to mature, automation of test scripts and test plans will be identified and implemented. This includes both automated UI testing, as well as, integration testing (API).

This is a full time, benefits eligible position.

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Responsibilities:

• Perform thorough regression testing when bugs are resolved.
• Develop and apply testing processes for new and existing products to meet client needs.
• Provides troubleshooting, problem analysis, debugging, and resolution of assigned system issues.
• Provides effective user training and support.
• Assures data integrity and system survivability by assisting with Disaster Recovery plans, back up procedures, business continuity/high availability, testing DR plans and system restores and maintaining current data in DR databases and tools.
• Liaise with internal teams (e.g. developers and product managers) to identify system requirements.
• Design, develop and execute scripts using automation tools.
• Monitor debugging process results.
• Investigate the causes of non-conforming software and train users to implement solutions.
• Track Quality Assurance metrics, like defect densities and open defect counts.
• Stay up-to-date with new testing tools and test strategies.

• Knowledgeable of and adheres to Children’s Hospital policies, processes, procedures, standards, and guidelines governing privacy, security, and disaster recovery/business continuity.
• Develops, implements, tests and/or maintains systems following IS Information Assurance policies, processes, procedures, and guidelines and industry standards to address security, privacy, and disaster recovery/business continuity needs to protect Children’s Hospital information and resources at established, defined levels.
• Actively protects sensitive, classified, and confidential information.
• Uses and accesses systems and information only for authorized purposes and in accordance with security procedures and guidelines to perform job duties as assigned.
• Maintains individual accountability for security controls and measures (e.g., individual passwords are not shared with other users).
• Reports suspected security and/or privacy incidents following established Children’s Hospital procedures.
• Follows established procedures to conduct reviews and audits of systems and information for assigned areas of responsibility.
• Maintains systems to keep information and resources secure and safe from known vulnerabilities to include updating applications and systems with security patches and code updates, applying appropriate virus protection, and testing changes before placing into production environments.

• Sets the example and provides leadership when working with other IS staff in functional or cross-functional teams to meet goals, objectives, and responsibilities.
• Sets the example in establishing and maintaining a professional demeanor and being accountable for their performance.
• Sets the example for establishing a team atmosphere within IS and other Hospital departments by interacting with others in an honest and straightforward manner, listening to and valuing the opinions and ideas of others, sharing knowledge, and helping others to accomplish goals.
• Develops and maintains expert level knowledge and skills in technical and professional areas.
• Mentors and trains IS staff members in areas of specialty.

Qualifications:

• Experience in writing clear, concise and comprehensive test plans and test cases.
• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development process.
• Strong knowledge of software QA methodologies, tools and processes.
• Work experience in software Quality Assurance.
• Work experience in software development.
• Extensive hands-on experience with both white box and black box testing.
• Experience with SQL and scripting.
• Experience with API testing methodologies and frameworks.
• Proven, hands-on experience with automated testing tools.
• Experience with performance and/or security testing is a plus.
• BS/MS degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related subject.
• 5 – 7 years of experience in IT; experience in healthcare preferred.

• Sitting for extended periods - Frequently (34-66%)
• Typing on a keyboard - Occasionally (0-33%)
• Talking on the phone/in person - Occasionally (0-33%)
• Stooping - Occasionally (0-33%)
• Standing/walking - Occasionally (0-33%)