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Sr. QA Specialist

SDLC
Test Plans
Test Cases
QA Test
Quality Assurance
Test Scripts
Test Lead
QA
MS Office
Data Warehousing
Agile
Mantis
SQL Queries
Database Modeling
SQL
Appium
Jenkins
.NET
XML
Jmeter
HP Unified Functional Testing
Selenium
QA Testing
Automated Testing
Description:

This is a contract opportunity. You will be employed by Magnit to work on assignment with GuideWell and subsidiary companies including Florida Blue. 

 

JOB SUMMARY

  • IT QA Testing Lead Specialists create test deliverables and perform hands-on testing for internally developed or externally purchased products. 
  • Types of testing may include system, integration, regression or end-to-end testing. 
  • IT Testing Specialists deploy or execute job streams for creating test beds, design test scenarios, author test scripts, execute tests and track defects to certify that applications meet the approved system requirements. 
  • Working collaboratively with other IT staff to review and understand system requirements, and to design and review test strategies identifying resolutions for defects. 
  • IT QA Testing Lead Specialist are expected to demonstrate strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and written communication skills to satisfy the main duties of this profession. 
  • Successful Testers are detail-oriented, self-motivated individuals who can work closely with teams of designers, engineers, and other related personnel while also being able to work independently as needed. 
  • They should display good judgment and be able decision-makers capable of exercising strong time management skills. 
     

Essential functions: 

  • Building up and leading the Testing Team to the success of project 
  • Defining the scope of testing within the context of each release / delivery 
  • Deploying and managing resources for testing 
  • Applying the appropriate test measurements and metrics in the Testing Team 
  • Planning, deploying and managing the testing effort for any given engagement 
  • Reviewing test plans to ensure that all steps have been completed and all requirements have been met before approving test plans for execution 
  • Communicating with other project team members such as analysts, developers regarding project status, issues, or concerns 
  • Conducting research on new technologies to determine their application in future projects
  • Coordinating with managers to ensure that deadlines are met, and quality standards are maintained 
  • Evaluating the success of a test by comparing results to predicted outcomes or using other metrics such as code coverage or defect rates
  • Coordinating activities with vendors and other external parties involved in the testing process 
  • Coordinating with business/stakeholders to determine project goals and objectives, and scheduling tests accordingly 
  • Monitoring progress throughout the test cycle to ensure that milestones are met 
  • Conducting tests on software applications and computer systems to identify issues and find solutions 
  • Creates a test approach, identifying scope of testing with risk-based approach for each feature or scope of work in a project effort identifying test environments, dependencies, constraints, prioritizing test cases and scheduling time for the testing. 
  • Responsible for ensuring end to end testing methodology including all appropriate documentation and requirements. 
  • Sets up software and hardware in the test lab, per specs. 
  • Ensures test results are accurate, thorough and appropriately documented. 
  • Communicates results and coordinates logistics to the Systems Analysts, Developers, and other key IT staff and leadership as appropriate. 
  • Documents problems or results inconsistent with expected results. 
  • Performs quality assurance tests on all work and performs detailed analysis on test results. 
  • Certifies application for release to the next testing stage or to the production environment. Generates and distributes periodic status reports for testing. 
  • Sets up and executes complex scripts independently. 
  • Sets up test data beds based on data matching specific test conditions. 
  • Creates and executes moderately complex SQL queries. 
  • Executes automated test scripts. 
  • Writes/coordinates resolution of system defects. Ensures appropriate hand-offs and re-testing 
  • May provide technical guidance to other IT Testing Specialists. 
  • Participates in requirements gathering sessions or solicits information on incomplete requirements. 
  • Participates in facilitation and coordination of user acceptance testing. 
  • Design tests to aid learning and mitigate risks. 
  • Work with developers to create automated tests. 
  • Knowledge of performance and security vulnerability testing is a plus. 
  • Assist product owner in coming up with the acceptance criteria for user stories. 
     

REQUIREMENTS: 

  • Must have previous experience working as QA test lead and demonstrate capabilities of leading the team 
  • Must have strong knowledge of SDLC 
  • Must have strong knowledge of STLC 
  • Must have strong knowledge of Testing concepts 
  • Must be able to create and execute test cases 
    • Thorough understanding of the business process(s) and flows involved in the system capabilities being tested 
  • Thoroughly understands As-Is and To-Be business processes to understand what's changing 
  • Ability to communicate with the business in business language and with developers in technical language 
  • Must have strong PC skills and demonstrated proficiency in the MS Office Suite products 

Experience with testing management tools: 

  • o Automated; Selenium, Robotium, TestComplete, QTP, SoapUI, Visual Studio Test Pro, etc 
  • o Manual; Selenium, Appium, JMeter, Jenkins, TestLink, Mantis, Postman, Firbug, etc 
  • Must have the ability to extract data utilizing moderately complex SQL queries 
  • Ability to read logical and physical data models and understand the relationship between various tables 
  • Ability to clearly identify data needs and requirements for the respective test efforts 
  • Ability to execute automated test scripts as needed 
  • Ability to read various system input/output files; XML, Flat, 834, 835, etc. 
  • Must have the ability to create unique test scenarios 
     

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • The preferred qualifications listed below reflect desired knowledge, skill, and/or experience. 

Additional Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Various Domain experience; Health Care, Financial, etc. 
  • Experience using Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid methodology 
  • Specific tools, languages and specialty skills may vary 
  • Cloud/ Snowflake testing experience 
     

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: 

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a Computer related field or relevant work experience 
  • 6-8+ years of hands-on professional experience in an IT related field preferably in a development or testing environment 
  • Must have experience as a Test Lead leading teams (team has 5 testers currently) 
  • Position will require manual testing (primary) as well as automated testing (secondary) 
  • Hands on experience writing medium to complex SQL queries and TOAD (application tool) 
  • Experience working with data warehousing and cross-joining with different databases, Submittal Slots Per Supplier: 1 slot 
     

 

GuideWell and its family of companies has partnered with Magnit as its Managed Service Provider (MSP) and Employer of Record (EOR) since 2018. In May of 2025, GuideWell joined Magnit Direct Source to implement the GuideWell Contractor Cohort. This program is designed to create, manage and curate a contractor talent pool for temporary contract opportunities with GuideWell. As a contractor working on temporary assignment with GuideWell, you'll be employed by Magnit. You'll have the opportunity to work on temporary projects at GuideWell companies that make a real difference in people's lives while enjoying the benefits of being part of the Magnit team.

QUALIFICATION/ LICENSURE :
  • Preferred years of experience : 6+ Years
  • Travel Required : No travel required
  • Shift timings: 9 AM to 5 PM
Job Location Remote (Remote)
Pay USD 53.37 Per Hour
Contract Duration 6 month(s)