PSL QA Analyst

The Senior QA Analyst role is directly involved in the promotion of a quality culture. As a member of the QA team this individual will be expected to develop and execute manual tests based off of test plans, as well as working closely with SDETs to inform our efforts at automation. The successful candidate will be part of an integrated team of QA and Dev individuals. We are looking for an individual who has a comprehensive knowledge of software quality assurance practices and tools and will be able to provide strategic direction on future test planning efforts.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Works with Product Management, Business Analysts, Developers and Solutions Architects to gain a thorough understanding of solution requirements.
• Builds and executes manual tests and suites.
• Makes recommendations about how to improve the quality, efficiency and effectiveness of testing activities and processes.
• Works with geographically distributed teams.
• Provides training and instruction on manual testing processes and technologies.
• As a Senior level Test Professional, you are self-managing, requiring minimal supervision and quick to pick up new skills.
• Has strong communication skills with a pragmatic and pro-active attitude.
• Has demonstrated commitment to quality with a passion for testing.
• Has strong problem solving and trouble shooting skills and an ability to come up with simple solutions to complex problems. The ideal candidate is exploratory in nature, not fixed and can think on their feet.
• Has a strong analytical background - the ability to understand, expand and improve our tests as well as contribute to the ongoing integration delivery of initiatives is a strong plus.
• Adhere to bank policies and procedures designed to comply with Federal regulations, including but not limited to the Bank Secrecy Act, USA Patriot Act and OFAC regulations.
• Has the ability to independently develop test strategies, practices, processes, and to monitor existing systems

• A relevant Bachelor or applicable experience.
• API testing experience using tools like Postman a major plus.
• At least 5 years of relevant work experience in Quality Engineering.
• Experience working within Financial Institutions is a bonus but not required.
• Experience with working in an agile environment.
• Experience with testing Web Services, APIs, backend validation and application-based solutions.
• Excellent knowledge of the software development life cycles and software process management.
• Experience with highly integrated environments.
• Experience collaborating extensively with developers and business experts.
• Familiar with DevOps methodologies.

At WaFd Bank you get all of these great benefits!

• Paid time off for vacation, sick days and holidays
• Health insurance
• Stock options
• Bonus programs
• Generous 7% 401(k) employer matching*
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Long-term disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee assistance programs
• Pre-tax health and dependent-care spending plans

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