JPC - 204840 - QA / Manual Tester

Job Summary: QA / Manual Tester – Austin, TX | $42-52/Hr

About the Role

Join our dynamic IT team as a QA Associate Analyst, working closely with developers and business stakeholders at DFPS to ensure top-tier software quality and user satisfaction. Leverage your expertise in manual testing to discover and document software defects before release, play a crucial role in risk mitigation, and contribute directly to the reliability and success of mission-critical applications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed test cases for integration, data conversion, and system testing.

• Create, upgrade, and execute manual test scripts; manage test cases in HP ALM/JIRA.

• Analyze business processes and requirements to formulate comprehensive test scenarios.

• Document, track, and verify application defects using HP ALM/JIRA.

• Collaborate with Business Analysts, QA Leads, and project teams to ensure quality deliverables and timely completion of assignments.

• Prepare and manage test data using SQL and PL/SQL.

• Execute web service and batch process testing; utilize various toolsets as needed.

• Prepare and present clear testing documentation and reports with MS Office Suite.

• Contribute to continuous process improvement and perform other QA-related duties as assigned.

• Required Skills and Experience

• 8+ years' experience testing web-based applications (UI, database, batch, web service).

• Proven ability to develop test scenarios, write comprehensive test cases, and perform manual testing in complex environments.

• 5+ years' experience using HP ALM/JIRA for test case and defect management.

• Skilled in creating and maintaining test data with SQL and PL/SQL.

• 5+ years' experience collaborating within multi-disciplinary teams.

• Proficiency with MS Office tools (Word, Excel, etc.).

• Experience testing data conversions and web services.

• Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with browser testing tools.

• Experience with SharePoint.

• Basic exposure to test automation tools (Selenium, LoadRunner, accessibility testing).

• Experience testing within Salesforce.

• Working knowledge of accessibility testing tools (JAWS, Wave, CCA).

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay: $42-52/hr.

• Collaborative and inclusive team environment.

• Professional development in enterprise IT projects.

• Opportunity to work on high-impact applications serving the community.

• How to Apply

• Ready to advance your QA career? Submit your updated resume and a brief cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and skills. Qualified candidates will be contacted for next steps.