Lead QA Analyst

Job Overview
Under broad guidance, executes and verifies software application tests.

Essential Functions
Understands and reviews requirements, creates test plans and/or contributes in test estimations, manual and automation planning/strategies.
Responsible for test case planning, authoring and execution of compliance products for client implementation projects.
Executes test iterations, defect tracking and reports test results; troubleshoots and coordinates with team focusing on defect resolution.
Partners and collaborates with Developers, Tech Leads/Managers, BAs/Consultants and other project stakeholders throughout the SDLC.
Regularly coordinates with BAs and development teams in problem solving and resolving road blocks and issues.
Regularly documents, tracks and escalates issues and feedback to management as appropriate.
Strong experience in running manual and automated test scripts and identifying scope for areas for automation.
Proactively seeks necessary managerial support to discuss/flag/challenge risks and mitigation plans
Typically requires 3 years of prior relevant experience

Qualifications
Bachelors Degree Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent experience
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