TOPS-IDOT-Senior Quality Analyst
Location: Springfield
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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Job Description:
Job Title: Senior Quality Analyst Location: Location: Hybrid – 2
days in Springfield 3 days remote Project Name: SharePoint Online
Modernization Project Overview: We are seeking a highly motivated
and detail-oriented Software Quality Assurance (QA) Analyst to
support enterprise-level software development initiatives. The
selected candidate will play a pivotal role in validating the
functionality, reliability, and performance of business-critical
applications. This role requires demonstrated expertise in
designing and executing test plans, Conductive comprehensive system
testing and facilitate user acceptance testing, and working within
Agile development environments. Familiarity with SharePoint Online
is essential. The QA Analyst will work closely with
cross-functional teams, including developers, product owners, and
business analysts-to ensure that software solutions meet high
standards of quality and user satisfaction. Key Responsibilities:
1. Test Planning and Execution Develop, document, and implement
detailed test strategies, test plans, and test cases based on
business and functional requirements. Conduct manual testing of new
features, enhancements, and bug fixes across web-based and
enterprise applications. Identify, log, and track software defects
using standardized tools and processes. Ensure thorough validation
of functional requirements, usability standards, and technical
performance. 2. User Acceptance Testing (UAT) Design and coordinate
the execution of User Acceptance Testing (UAT) plans with business
stakeholders. Facilitate UAT sessions, provide support and guidance
to end-users during testing, and collect structured feedback.
Document UAT results, including test execution summaries and issue
logs, and follow up on resolution of UAT-related defects. 3. Agile
Team Participation Actively engage in Agile ceremonies such as
daily stand-ups, sprint planning, backlog grooming, and sprint
retrospectives. Collaborate with developers, product owners, and
scrum masters to understand acceptance criteria and refine
requirements. Ensure QA deliverables align with Agile iteration
goals and timelines. 4. Functional Analysis and Validation Analyze
and understand existing application features and business workflows
to ensure accurate testing coverage. Participate in requirements
review sessions to provide input from a quality assurance
perspective. Recommend improvements in existing functionality and
testing processes where applicable. 5. Strong SharePoint Online
Knowledge: Deep understanding of site structures, libraries, lists,
web parts, and M365 integrations. 6. Hands-on Testing Expertise:
Proven ability to test SPFx customizations, Power Automate flows,
and PowerApps. 7.Security & Compliance Testing: Skilled in
validating permissions, access controls, and retention policies.
Required Skills and Experience: Minimum 3 years of hands-on
experience in software quality assurance, including: Developing and
executing manual test plans and test cases. Facilitating test
execution cycles and documenting results in a structured format.
Leading or contributing to User Acceptance Testing efforts. Minimum
2 years of experience working within Agile development
environments, with an understanding of Scrum or Kanban
methodologies. Proficient in writing, maintaining, and executing
functional and regression test cases with precision and attention
to detail. Strong analytical skills to interpret and validate
system functionality against defined requirements. Demonstrated
hands-on experience in testing SharePoint Online solutions and
overseeing migration processes to ensure system integrity and
performance. Effectively collaborated with cross-functional teams
and organized QA-related documentation to support streamlined
testing and knowledge sharing. Exceptional written and verbal
communication skills, with the ability to clearly document issues,
procedures, and outcomes. Preferred Skills (Nice to Have):
Experience with test and defect tracking tools such as JIRA, Azure
DevOps (ADO), or TestRail. Exposure to automation testing tools or
scripting environments. Prior experience working on projects within
the public sector, education, finance, or healthcare domains.
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