QA Analyst (US-based remote 1099 contractor)

We are looking for a remote mid-level QA Analyst to virtually embed with a prolific client headquartered in SF, CA. They are a ticket marketplace where users buy and sell tickets for sports, concerts, theater, and live events.The ideal candidate will have very strong client-facing communications skills and solid background in web and mobile apps manual QA testing. This role will primarily involve extensive facilitation & coordination of testing services.Basic Terms:Role: QA AnalystType: Independent Contractor (1099 ONLY)Pay rate: $40 to $45 USD per hourDuration: Through Jan 31, 2027; renewal on an annual basis thereafterCapacity: Up to 40 hours per week, primarily Monday to Friday local time with capability to work in alignment with either the client's East or West coast based teams. Also, must be able to work weekends when releases are typically dropped.Location: US-based remote Start date: ImmediatelyResponsibilities:Coordinate with Applause Manager on testing strategy and approachCoordinate with Client engineering teams to ensure timely and high-quality deliveryAcquire and review test case requirementsAttend Client meetings to understand scope, requirements, and schedulingManage Applause test cycles and its remote testing communityTriage issues reported during functional / payment testing, which include exporting to Jira and tracking trendsProviding defect reports and test summaries as requested by stakeholdersOther project related activitiesQualifications:Bachelor's Degree in computer science or relevant work experience4+ years of software QA work experience testing web and mobile native appsMust have a personal desktop or laptop to conduct business; access to Client and Applause systems will be providedAbility to communicate clearly and professionally with all levels of an organizationStrong coordination and facilitation skillsProficiency in multi-tasking and prioritizing projectsExcellent time management skills and be accustomed to working with deadlines