QA Analyst

Brief DescriptionWe are looking for a Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Analyst with 3-5 years of experience in the Mortgage Industry. You will be responsible for implementing, developing, and/or defining standards, methods, or procedures to determine product quality and release readiness. This will include developing testing programs, designing, and executing software test plans in order to identify software problems and their causes prior to release. In this role, you should have a keen eye for detail, excellent communication skills, and Mortgage Lending Industry knowledge. If you are passionate about quality, we’d like to meet you.Key Focus: Manual Testing This role is primarily focused on manual testing. The successful candidate will be adept at thoroughly testing software through hands-on execution, observation, and analysis, without relying on automated scripts. Candidates with a primary background in QA automation will not be considered for this position.RequirementsMinimum of 3 years experience in Mortgage Lending IndustryAt least 1 year of experience in manual software testingJira expertiseComfortable with Agile Project ManagementUnderstanding of SDLCFamiliar with SQL BS/BA in Computer Science, Engineering, Finance, Accounting or a business related field preferred Experience in the Mortgage Lending sector requiredResponsibilitiesDesign test plans, scenarios, scripts, or procedures from complex business requirements and specificationsTest system modifications to prepare for implementationDevelop strategies, methods, or procedures to determine product quality / release readinessDevelop testing programs that address impacts to database, software scenarios, regression testing, negative testing, error or bug retests, or usability testingInvestigate, document and report software defectsPlan and develop strategies in accordance with project scope and delivery datesLocation: Blue Sage Solutions, 270 Sylvan Avenue STE 1500, Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632, but the candidate may be in a remote location and not required to work on-site full time.SummaryWhat We’re Looking For:Passion for software development and commitment to delivering quality results.Eagerness to learn new technologies, frameworks, and tools.Strong problem-solving skills and a collaborative mindset.Blue Sage Solutions is unable to sponsor work visas at this time. We do not accept third-party submissions.Additionally, positions at Blue Sage require extensive onboarding and training. Due to this significant investment in new hires, we are unable to consider candidates on temporary work authorization, including student visas (F-1 OPT/CPT).