Senior Quality Assurance Analyst I

Summary

Join MetroStar as a Sr. Quality Assurance Analyst I and ensure project methodologies, quality assurance standards, and guidelines are implemented throughout projects. You will develop test plans for cloud application migrations and conduct various testing protocols. This role requires a Secret security clearance (or higher), a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, and at least 5 years of QA experience. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are essential. MetroStar offers a generous benefits package, professional growth opportunities, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Even if you don't meet every requirement, apply; MetroStar encourages applications from diverse candidates.

Requirements

• An active U.S. Government issued Secret security clearance (or higher)
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, or related field; or equivalent experience
• Proven experience supporting User Acceptance Testing (UAT), including developing testing scripts and user scenarios to ensure system functionality is working as intended
• Experience conducting regression, performance, and integration testing leveraging tools such as JMeter, Selenium, and Loadrunner
• At least 5 years of experience as a QA Analyst or in a similar quality assurance role with strong knowledge of software testing methodologies, tools, and best practices
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and facilitation abilities
• Ability to adapt and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Ensure project methodologies, quality assurance standards, and guidelines are implemented throughout the duration of the project
• Develop Test Plans for applications migrating to the cloud to ensure the system functions as intended
• Conduct UAT and varying testing protocols for systems
• Ensure that specific standards and measures identified in detail work plans are appropriate and reasonable for achieving the defined quality objectives for specific deliverables
• Ensure an appropriate quality-training program for all project participants is developed and implemented
• Review the adequacy of and adherence to general project controls, such as technical methodologies and change control procedures
• Ensure quality control activities are performed consistently and continuously; and analyze errors and defects to provide a basis for improving the quality of all documentation

Benefits

• A generous benefits package
• Professional growth
• Valuable time to recharge